Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
Consumer Fraud On The Rise As Scammers Target Bank Accounts
The holidays are over and your bank account has probably been stretched enough from buying gifts and having Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts. Don’t let down your guard, as scammers are out there trying to get every last dollar out of your bank account. Cyber theft is on the rise as scammers try to convince… Read More »
Common Legal Problems Small Businesses Face
Starting a business can be an exciting venture. However, running a business is complicated. You’ll face issues and conflict on a regular basis. Some of these conflicts may even become serious legal matters. A lawsuit against your company can be devastating. For a small business owner, it can shut down operations for good. That’s… Read More »
Wrongful Termination Charges Against A Small Business
Running a business can be an exciting venture, but it can also be a challenge at times. One of the most difficult things a business owner will have to do is terminate an employee. Whether the employee is performing unsatisfactorily or the business is suffering and you have to do a mass layoff, letting… Read More »
Employee Misclassification
With the freelance economy booming in recent years, there have been some concerns about how workers are classified. Is a person an employee or independent contractor? An independent contractor is a person who performs services for another person or business. They have a contract in place that clearly defines the contractor’s duties, pay, and… Read More »
Deadliest Roads In Florida
Car accidents can be minor fender-benders, but unfortunately, many end up being deadly situations. Certain roads and areas of cities can be more accident-prone than others. A website called Find By Plate aimed to determine where to find the deadliest roads in the United States. It compiled traffic data from across the nation and… Read More »
Woman Killed, Husband Injured In Pedestrian Accident
Recently, a driver hit a couple who were walking on the side of the road. One person was killed and the other was injured. The fatal accident occurred on the morning of March 6 on North University Drive in Sunrise. A man and a woman were walking on the sidewalk on North University Drive,… Read More »
Golfer’s Defamation Lawsuit Dismissed In Florida Court
Defamation can affect anyone. False statements can ruin a person’s reputation, especially if they own a business or are a public figure. Pro golfer Patrick Reed has filed a defamation lawsuit against Golf Channel and its employees for allegedly harming Reed, his family, and golf fans through various remarks. The $750 million lawsuit was… Read More »
