Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Teen Driver Arrested for DUI After Building Crash
Building crashes happen for a variety of reasons. In many cases, they happen due to a loss of control, but sometimes due to driver issues and behavior, such as intoxication. This was recently the case in Palmetto. A 19-year-old Bradenton woman was arrested after crashing into two buildings. She was arrested and is now… Read More »
When a Privacy Policy Leads to a Breach of Contract
It seems like every company has a privacy policy nowadays. Does anybody really pay attention to them? It appears so. A wave of legal developments — highlighted by the International Association of Privacy Professionals — reveals a rising trend. Privacy policies, website terms of use, and other public statements about data practices are increasingly… Read More »
Woman Seeking $17.8M in Resort Parking Garage Slip and Fall Case
A premises liability trial recently began in Okaloosa County state court, where a Florida jury is hearing claims from a young woman who says she suffered a permanent ankle injury after tripping outside a vacation resort’s parking garage. Emily Webre, a former LSU student, is suing Destin West Beach and Bay Resort over a… Read More »
Road Rage Leads to Crash, Criminal Charges
Road rage is a serious issue that can lead to injuries and fatalities. Fortunately, a recent road rage incident in Florida did not lead to serious injuries. A shooting and crash in Bradenton was caused by road rage. Two people are now facing criminal charges. On the afternoon of June 2, the driver of… Read More »
Florida Jury Awards $6.2 Million for Walmart Fall
A woman who was injured in a Walmart on Black Friday in 2019 was recently awarded $6.2 million in damages. After a five-day trial, the jury ruled in favor of the woman, who suffered multiple surgeries due to a Walmart worker’s negligence. The jury held Walmart accountable for failing to implement necessary safety measures… Read More »
Reddit Files Lawsuit After AI Company Uses Data Without Consent
Artificial intelligence has gained a lot of ground in recent years. All sorts of companies are looking to take advantage of the AI trend. As a result, many are looking for ways to use consumer data to cheaply train AI models. This is causing harm to popular social media sites such as Reddit. Reddit… Read More »
Man Killed While Crossing Street in Wheelchair
When driving, it’s important to always be scanning the road and looking for hazards. Motorists especially need to be mindful of pedestrians. They tend to have the right of way but are often overlooked by drivers in a hurry. Sadly, a man in a wheelchair was recently killed in a crash in Manatee County…. Read More »
Dangerous Dogs Bill Now in Effect in Florida
The U.S. Postal Service sees its share of dog attacks. In 2024, mail carriers across the United States were involved in more than 6,000 dog-related incidents. Many of these dog bites occurred in Florida. The top cities were: Miami: 17 Petersburg: 15 Jacksonville: 10 Tampa: 9 Pensacola: 8 Orlando: 7 Hialeah: 6 Clearwater: 5… Read More »
Man Facing DUI Manslaughter Charges After Fatal Bradenton Crash
Killing someone while driving can result in serious criminal charges, especially if reckless behavior like intoxication was involved. A Florida man is facing criminal charges after causing a fatal accident. A Bradenton man is facing DUI manslaughter and DUI with serious bodily injury charges after a late-night crash that killed a motorcycle passenger and… Read More »
Boy’s Family Suing Sheriff’s Office After Dog Attack
A dog attack can cause serious injuries to a person, even to a teen boy. Some police officers overuse their power. They abuse the use of their K-9 units and use them to attack others. This happened in May 2023. A deputy from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office allegedly allowed a K-9 to attack… Read More »
