Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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Intoxicated Pedestrian Killed in Crash
When a person gets hit by a car, the driver is often the one to blame. Why weren’t they watching where they were going? Were they speeding? The driver often gets interrogated and even wrongly blamed for such a crash, but sometimes the pedestrian is the one at fault. For example, what if a… Read More »
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Florida Cracks Down on Roofing Scams
Solar energy has been all the rage for the past few years. Harnessing the sun’s energy in the form of electricity has been touted as a great way to save money on energy bills. Solar does come with a hefty upfront cost, but many people experience savings over time. However, Florida residents have seen… Read More »
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Buying a Used Car? Be Aware of Odometer Fraud
Millions of Americans buy used vehicles every year. Buying used is a good deal, allowing you to save a lot of money. A new car may look good, but they are pricey and lose thousands of dollars of their value once you drive them off the car lot. One of the benefits of buying… Read More »
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Man Killed in Scooter-Motorcycle Accident
Scooters can be fun to ride, but they’re small and often hard to see. Larger vehicles may not expect to see them on the road, leading to serious and even fatal accidents. Sadly, this was recently the case in Escambia County. A man’s scooter was hit by a motorcycle, causing the man to die…. Read More »
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What to Know About Playground Accidents
Children love playgrounds. Parents do too, as these swings and jungle gyms occupy children and allow them to get rid of pent-up energy. However, playgrounds are not always safe ways to play. Accidents happen more often than you think. In the United States, more than 220,000 children under the age of 14 are treated… Read More »
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Pros and Cons of Non-Compete Agreements
When you are hired by a company, you may be ordered to sign a non-compete agreement. This is a common agreement that certain types of employees sign to reduce competition for the employer. But what exactly does this mean? When you work for a company, you will likely learn trade secrets, which is a… Read More »
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Child, Grandmother Injured in Dog Attack
Dogs are supposed to be man’s best friend, so you can imagine the horror and frustration of a dog attacking its owners. This was what recently happened in Florida, seriously injuring two people. The incident happened in Miami-Dade on January 31. A 3-year-old boy and his grandmother were attacked by their family dog in… Read More »
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Business Defamation vs. Disparagement
Business owners have a lot to deal with when it comes to managing their business. Not only do they have to make money but they also have to protect their reputation. As a child, we may have been taught to ignore the mean things that people say to us, but when you’re a business… Read More »
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2 Injured in Florida City Dog Attack
Dogs are often protective creatures. They will do anything to protect their owners, but sometimes they get in the way when someone tries to help their owners. This can make the dog angry, causing them to attack and cause serious injuries to the face and other parts of the body. This recently happened in… Read More »
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Florida Man Arrested for Throwing Oreos at Wife
People need to take stock of how they communicate with each other. Some people yell, scream, and throw stuff when they get angry. Being aggressive with your spouse over trivial issues is obviously not a good idea and can lead to criminal charges. This is what happened to a 70-year-old man from Florida. The… Read More »