Author Archives: Jay Butchko
2 Children Injured in Dog Attack
The family dog is not always man’s best friend. Sometimes dogs attack children and other household members. These attacks can result in serious injuries. Two children from Lauderhill were hospitalized after they were bitten by the family dog on the morning of April 1. Police received a call and arrived at the home, located… Read More »
Woman Killed After Running Red Light in Manatee County
Traffic signs and signals are in place for a reason. They help keep traffic flowing and moving safely. When a driver disregards these signs and laws, they can cause serious accidents and even kill themselves or others. A 71-year-old woman from Parrish was recently killed in a car crash after she ran a red… Read More »
1 Killed, 3 Injured in Manatee County Motorcycle Crash
Left turns in front of motorcycles are some of the most dangerous maneuvers by passenger vehicles. Many drivers do not see these bikes approaching, causing serious and even fatal accidents. Sadly, this was recently the case in Florida. A woman pulled out in front of a motorcycle, causing a fatal collision. The crash occurred… Read More »
Local Residents Raise Concerns Over Abandoned Construction Projects
Abandoned construction projects have been an issue in Florida for quite some time now, and the locals are getting fed up. Multiple construction projects across Central Florida, spearheaded by developer D32 Invest, have been left unfinished. This has created frustration among local residents. In areas like Palm Bay and Deltona, stalled developments have become… Read More »
When to Sue for Breach of Contract
Contracts are necessary in various parts of life. As a business owner, you may enter into contracts on a regular basis. When you enter into a contract, you expect everyone to abide by the agreement. In many cases, they do, but sometimes they don’t, and this called a breach of contract. Unfortunately, breaches of… Read More »
When Does a Negative Review Become Defamation?
You’re trying hard to build a successful business. You do your best to be pleasant and treat customers right. You feel like your goods and services are reasonably priced. But you still got a negative review on Google. Among all the five-star reviews is that glaring one-star review from a disgruntled customer. It stands… Read More »
Woman, Child Injured in 4-Vehicle Accident
Rear-end accidents are often minor fender benders, but they can sometimes lead to major, multi-vehicle crashes. This was recently the case in Lakewood Ranch, where two people suffered serious injuries in a four-vehicle accident. The crash happened on the afternoon of April 21 at the intersection of Greenbrook Boulevard and State Road 70. A… Read More »
Florida Car Dealership Sued for Breach of Contract
One of the most common breaches in a contract is failure to pay money that is owed to one party. Breaches of contract may result in hundreds, thousands, or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. A Florida car dealership is being sued by a vehicle inventory financing company in Indiana for more than $330,000… Read More »
Pedestrian Hit by Car, Killed After Falling in Roadway
Driving can be difficult in the early morning hours. You may not be able to see the roadway clearly. With visibility reduced, you may end up hitting something in the road, like a pedestrian. Sadly, this was recently the case in Bradenton. An 85-year-old woman fell in the middle of the road, causing a… Read More »
Proposed Bill Would Require $100,000 in Liability Coverage for Dangerous Dogs
Dog owners often underestimate just how dangerous their dogs can be. The adage “man’s best friend” sounds great, but it doesn’t apply to every dog. While many are friendly, some are not. These dogs have attacked people, seriously injuring or even killing them. Florida lawmakers are proposing a bill that would require owners of… Read More »
