Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Staying Safe While Driving at Night
Summer is gone and the kids are back in school. We are at the point in the year when it’s almost time for cider and pumpkin spiced everything. That also means that the days have already started getting shorter and concurrently, the nighttime is quickly getting longer. And unfortunately, night driving is a top… Read More »
Preventing Daycare Tragedies
We all love our children who are undoubtedly the smallest and most precious members of our family. However, as much as we would love to stay home with them, most of us also have to find a daycare for them so that we can work and earn a living to support them and give… Read More »
So You Were Just in a Car Accident. Now What?
Every driver’s worst nightmare is a car accident – and one that many drivers here in the Sunshine State eventually experience. According to the Department of Motor Vehicles, there were almost 400,000 car accidents here in the State of Florida in 2018 alone. Fortunately, many of these accidents involve only property damage to the… Read More »
The Tragic Implications of Motorcyclists and Rear-End Accidents
Due to Florida’s seemingly endless highways and near-constant sunshine, it is unsurprising that motorcycles are so common here in the Sunshine State. But unfortunately, riding a motorcycle inherently carries serious risks and motorcycle accidents can lead to some of the most devastating and tragic consequences for a rider. In particular, a rear-end accident is… Read More »
What Florida Motorists Need to Know About Florida’s New Texting and Driving Law
Who doesn’t see a benefit in texting? Regardless of whether it’s your preferred method of communication, most people can likely agree that texting can be an extremely effective and efficient way to quickly deliver a message. The convenience associated with texting is likely the main reason for its popularity. However, this behavior has trickled… Read More »
Understanding Hit-and-Run Accidents
The prospect of a serious car accident is a scenario out of every driver’s worst dreams. However, being involved in a hit-and-run accident is a real-life nightmare. We all share certain responsibilities and duties when we climb behind the wheel of a car and hit the road. But unfortunately, sometimes accidents happen and one… Read More »
Cruises and Civil Liability For Sexual Assault
Most people associate cruises with sunny weather and clear blue water at their island destinations along with multiple theme park-like activities that take place onboard the ship itself. It probably seems like the worst thing that can happen is a bad sunburn. But unfortunately, cruisers sometimes get more out of their vacations than what… Read More »
The Risks of Not Using a Seatbelt
Wearing a seatbelt while driving or riding in a motor vehicle may seem like common sense to you. However, and unfortunately, common sense is not so common when it comes to this simple measure. Seat belt use is one of the most effective ways to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes. But tragically,… Read More »
Back-to-School Tips For School Bus Safety
The end of summer is almost here, which means it is time for children in the Sunshine State to head back to school. Almost every Floridian would likely agree that one of the most important priorities for our youngest loved ones is ensuring that they receive exceptional education in a safe learning environment. And… Read More »
Staying Safe After a Car Accident
As we all know, car accidents are a part of life and unfortunately, many of them are unavoidable. For example, in 2017 there were over 400,000 car accidents here in the Sunshine State according to Florida’s Department of Highway and Safety Motor Vehicles. And sadly, this staggering number represents a trending increase in the… Read More »