Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Customer Awarded $8 Million in Slip and Fall at Burger King
Imagine taking a quick bathroom break at a restaurant and ending up being permanently disabled. This was the case for a Florida man who went to use the restroom inside a Burger King. He slipped and fell, suffering serious injuries and left unable to work. A Broward County jury recently found Burger King guilty… Read More »
Two Injured In Motorcycle Crash
It’s always disheartening to hear about motorcycle accidents. Many people in Florida love riding motorcycles and they always hope for a safe ride. However, it takes just a moment for a catastrophic accident to occur. A recent crash in Sarasota has left two people with life-threatening injuries. The accident occurred in the early morning… Read More »
Walmart Not Responsible for Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall accidents happen all the time. They can happen in your home or while at a store, restaurant, hospital, or office. They can also occur on a sidewalk, on stairs, or in a parking lot. These accidents tend to happen in slippery conditions, such as during a rain or snow storm or… Read More »
What Is SLAPP?
The United States is comprised of a litigious society. Residents file lawsuits for a variety of reasons. While many lawsuits are filed for issues relating to physical harm, sometimes these claims arise out of communication, particularly a person’s right to engage in free speech. This has led to an influx in strategic lawsuits against… Read More »
Non-Compete Agreements For Low-Wage Workers
Businesses must deal with competition on a daily basis. Obviously, they like having less competition from former employees. As such, many business require their employees enter into non-compete agreements as a condition of their employment. These agreements (if reasonable) can be very beneficial for businesses. However, when the agreements are unreasonable (as is often… Read More »
Two Women Arrested For Elder Abuse
The elderly should be respected, but unfortunately, they are often taken advantage of. They may be neglected or abused. In some cases, the elderly victims are seriously injured or killed. Fortunately, a dementia patient was not injured or killed, but she was abused by two staff members at a nursing home. The two women,… Read More »
Two Florida Collision Shops Sued For Breach Of Contract
Businesses have contracts in place with vendors and customers so that there are sufficiently defined terms and agreements in place that govern their business relationships. When a party fails to uphold their end of an agreement, it can result in breach of contract. When the parties cannot resolve the issue, the non-breaching party can… Read More »
Woman Injured In Bicycle Accident
Bicycles are fun to ride, especially in Florida’s gorgeous weather, but bike riding comes with dangers. Being around larger vehicles certainly has its challenges. In fact, many bike riders are seriously injured or killed in accidents. A woman suffered critical injuries in a recent bicycle crash in Boca Raton. The crash happened on the… Read More »
Woman Receives $3 Million In Slip And Fall Case
Dealing with the effects of a slip and fall accident can be frustrating, especially when you are seriously injured and your claim is denied for no valid reason. This is what happened to a Florida woman. Her claim was originally denied but she took the case to trial and won more than $3 million… Read More »
Girl Receives $100K After Dog Bite At Animal Shelter
Dog attacks can be scary for kids. A young child may not only have physical injuries but psychological ones as well. This was the case for a Florida girl who was bitten by a dog while visiting the Broward County Animal Shelter. The girl suffered severe injuries to her arm and while her physical… Read More »
