Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Court of Appeals Strikes Personal Injury Damages Cap
One year ago the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the state’s $1 million statutory cap on non-economic damages in wrongful death lawsuits arising out of medical malpractice was unconstitutional. And recently, the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled unanimously that the $1 million statutory cap was unconstitutional in personal injury medical malpractice cases… Read More »
The At-Fault Driver In An Accident Is Responsible For Much More Than A Victim’s Initial Injuries
Florida drivers know that getting into a vehicle and traveling on a Florida highway can sometimes be risky business. According to statistics released by the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, there are over 200,000 traffic accidents in the Sunshine State each year. In 2009 alone, there were over 338,000 driver-involved crashes that led to… Read More »
Changes Could Be Coming to Workers’ Compensation Laws
Everyday, Florida residents head to their respective employers to work on their behalf. These workers typically place their trust in the equipment and environment that they are working with and in. But what happens when a worker becomes injured while on the job? Florida law employs a complex workers’ compensation regime that is truly… Read More »
Understanding Negligent Use of Jet Skis or Boats Resulting in Injury
Florida is one of the premiere destinations for vacationing in the entire world. People travel from around the United States as well as from abroad to enjoy the lush beaches, beautiful everglades, and warm weather that are enjoyed extensively by Florida residents. One of the popular places for tourists to populate is the many… Read More »
Dog Bite Victims Have Extensive Protections, Remedies Under Florida Law
Most Florida residents are happy to interact with dogs, whether they are their own, the pet of a friend, or simply a puppy and their owner walking down the street. In a perfect world, encounters with animals, including dogs, would be completely positive and worry-free. But recent statistics are showing that dog bite incidents… Read More »
Florida Drivers Could Be At Risk When Commercial Drivers Violate These Trucking Laws
When Florida drivers get on the road, they do so with the knowledge that there are some drivers who don’t follow the rules of the road, but with the hope that the ones that they cross paths with will. Motorists are especially hopeful that commercial truck drivers will follow the rules and regulations that… Read More »
Personal Injury While Aboard a Cruise Ship
Cruise ships are typically a place where families can go to escape from the monotony of daily life while relaxing on the open seas. But what happens when either you or someone you love becomes injured while on a cruise ship? Although cruise ship companies would like you to believe that you sign away… Read More »
Accident Causes Motorcyclist Fatality
An accident in Tampa recently caused the death of one motorcyclist and the serious injury of another. The three vehicle accident took place on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard on a Saturday night. According to the police, Kristopher Graham, 20, and Antoine Jones, 20, were each riding a motorcycle southbound on the boulevard last weekend… Read More »
How to Prevent Dog Bites
Every year, nearly 4.5 million people across the country are bitten by dogs, and over three-quarters of children who receive these bites are caused by dogs that they are very familiar with. Over half of all dog bites happen to children between the ages of five and nine years old, so educating parents and… Read More »
Two Teens Injured in Tubing Accident
Two teenagers were injured recently in a watercraft accident during a fun tubing experience gone wrong. According to the authorities, the teens were out of Lake Padgett when the accident occurred. Both of the injured teens, whose names are not being released by the authorities, were 16 years old. The accident happened at around… Read More »