Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Why You Should Obtain the Help of a Personal Injury Attorney After an Accident
If you have been injured in a car accident or experienced some other kind of unexpected personal injury, you are probably struggling to understand your next steps. In this scenario, many victims of others’ negligence choose to hold the person who caused the accident responsible for his or her actions by pursuing a personal… Read More »
Updates on the Standard Regarding the Expert Witnesses That Are Important to Your Personal Injury Case
Every personal injury case requires a variety of evidence in order to prove that you were injured the way you claim you were. Additionally, even after negligence and liability are determined, the evidence you present as the injured party determines the compensation you are entitled to. One of the best ways to help you… Read More »
Premises Liability in Florida
Local 10 News recently reported that Airbnb has banned unauthorized “party houses” after five people were shot and killed at a Halloween party at an Airbnb rental house. The party, held on Halloween night at an Airbnb rental that specifically prohibited parties, was advertised on social media and had more than 100 people in… Read More »
Understanding the Causes of Golf Cart Accidents
Golf carts are no longer used just on the golf course. Instead, they have become a primary mode of transportation in many residential neighborhoods and are increasingly being utilized in such public venues, especially here in the Sunshine State. But unfortunately, golf carts sharing the roadways with cars can lead to accidents that result… Read More »
The Tragic Results of Medical Errors
Anyone who entrusts a medical professional with their medical care is literally entrusting him or her with their health. Unfortunately, more than trust is often broken when a doctor fails to provide the treatment he or she promises. According to the results of a Johns Hopkins study published by CNBC, medical errors are actually… Read More »
Injuries From Unexpected Accidents
The South Florida Sun Sentinel recently reported that a young woman who had a zest for life and a bright future tragically died in a recent unexpected accident. The Boca Raton woman reportedly went for a walk on a windy morning and was just under a mile from her condominium in the Boca Teeca… Read More »
The Effects of Paralysis After a Car Accident
The South Florida Sun Sentinel recently reported that one Florida man considers himself to be lucky after multiple brushes with death, including a serious car accident in 2008 that left him paralyzed. The 28-year-old suffered crippling injuries that left him paralyzed from the waist down. More recently, he nearly died after being struck by… Read More »
Who Exactly Are First Responders?
Local 10 News recently reported that a teenager was finally able to meet the people who saved his life after a horrific crash last April. The 19-year-old lost control of the Chevy sedan he was driving after he hit another car. His vehicle then slammed into a tree and immediately burst into flames while… Read More »
Staying Safe Around Space Heaters
As temperatures lower and weather gets chillier, many residents turn to portable heaters as a source of heat – ironically enough, even here in the Sunshine State. Space heaters can actually be an ideal alternative to turning on the central heating system, especially because they can be inexpensive to purchase, cost-effective to run, and… Read More »
The New Technology Combatting Hot-Car Deaths
We all know that cars can lead to serious results in the event of an accident. However, another potential consequence involving cars is publicly discussed much less often despite the fact that it actually holds the potential for equal or an even greater tragedy. This includes the circumstances that can result when a child… Read More »
