Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Postal Worker Killed In Dog Attack
They say that postal workers are loyal, working through sleet and snow to deliver your mail. Indeed, mail carriers face many hazards on their routes, including dogs. Dogs have been known to attack postal workers, causing serious injuries and death. Sadly, a postal worker was recently killed after she was mauled by dogs in… Read More »
Bradenton Couple Killed In Crash
You can never be too careful on the road. A car accident can happen when you least expect it, and if you’re not prepared, you could end up seriously injured or killed. A Bradenton couple was recently killed when their food truck sustained a tire blowout. The fatal accident happened on the morning of… Read More »
Woman Killed After Attack By 3 Dogs
Getting attacked by one dog is scary enough. Having a pack of three canines coming after you is a serious event that can result in catastrophic injuries or even death. Sadly, a 69-year-old woman was recently killed after she was attacked by three dogs in Florida. The fatal attack occurred on the evening of… Read More »
Developer Taken To Court Over Construction Delays
Delays are common in the construction industry. A contractor may expect to get things done quickly, but weather conditions, delivery delays, and price increases can all make it so things take longer than expected. However, when companies don’t keep customers in the loop, it can lead to a lot of frustration. This has happened… Read More »
Premises Liability Cases On HOA Property
Premises liability laws refer to a duty of care a person or business has to keep their property safe for visitors. These laws apply to homeowners associations (HOAs) as well. What this means is that if a person is walking in a communal space, such as a sidewalk, park, clubhouse, or community pool, and… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed In Pompano Beach Crash
In an ideal world, pedestrians and vehicles would coexist safely on the roadways. Unfortunately, though, that does not always happen. Pedestrians get hit by vehicles often, and the results are often fatal. Sadly, this was recently the case in Pompano Beach. A pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle at North Dixie Highway… Read More »
What Happens If Hurricane Ian Damages Your Home?
Hurricane Ian ravaged West Central Florida, obliterating homes and leaving hundreds of thousands of residents without power. The death toll is currently at 109 and the storm is expected to cause as much as $40 billion in damages. Once the damage is fully assessed, Hurricane Ian could be one of the top 5 costliest… Read More »
Motorcycle Rider Killed In Rear-End Accident
Many people enjoy riding motorcycles in Florida. While it’s a fun activity, it’s also a dangerous one. One wrong move can be fatal for a motorcycle rider. Sadly, this was recently the case in Kissimmee, when a rider failed to slow down and rear-ended an SUV. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon of… Read More »
Motorcyclist Killed After Sideswiping Sedan
Sideswipe accidents may not seem as dangerous as other types of collisions, like head-on crashes. However, when vehicles of two different sizes are involved—such as a sedan and a motorcycle—the results can be catastrophic or even fatal. Sadly, this was recently the case in Florida, when a sideswipe accident killed a motorcyclist. The fatal… Read More »
Slips And Falls On Cruise Ships
Slips and falls are incidents that tend to plague older people. In fact, statistics show that falls occur in 25% of seniors over the age of 65. But when it comes to cruise ships, anyone of any age can be a victim. Florida is a common area for cruises to depart from. However, these… Read More »
