Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Tragedy of Car Accident-Related Amputations
No one wants a car accident or the injuries that can result. And unfortunately, while many people walk away from car crashes with minor injuries, other car crashes can lead to life-changing injuries that necessitate an amputation. And tragically, car accident-related amputations are the kind of injuries that can permanently alter the course of… Read More »
The Causes of Dump Truck Accidents
The Orlando Sentinel recently reported that one person is dead and two other people were seriously injured in an accident along SR-50 in Lake County that involved three vehicles, including a dump truck. The crash reportedly occurred when the dump truck, which was traveling east, crashed into a car from behind and pushed it… Read More »
What Happens When a Medical Condition Leads to a Car Accident?
First Coast News recently reported that a pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle in an accident that may have been caused by the driver’s medical condition. Police reported that there were no traces of drugs or alcohol despite the driver appearing to be unconscious inside of the vehicle when the accident… Read More »
Staying Safe During Fourth of July Festivities This Year
It’s almost time to celebrate the birthplace of our nation and that equates to lots of upcoming barbecues, parades and fireworks displays in celebration of the Fourth of July. And while you are picking out the perfect patriotic outfit and choosing which activities you want to attend with your family, you should also take… Read More »
Understanding the Crossing Hazards For Pedestrians
The Miami Herald recently reported that two men were killed within just a one week period while trying to cross U.S. 1. The first, a bicyclist, was killed in the Upper Keys when he reportedly “failed to observe” a southbound Kia Forte approaching “and darted in front” of the car according to Florida Highway… Read More »
The Potential Dangers of Lightning Storm Accidents and the National Campaign That Will Take Place Later This Month to Bring Awareness
We all know that one of the trade offs of living in sunny South Florida is the sudden lightning storm that can onset without warning. Additionally, we have all been in a situation where we had somewhere that we needed to be and were about to drive to when we noticed the bad weather…. Read More »
Summer Driving Safety Tips For Teens
The Miami Herald recently reported that two high school students have been killed in fiery crash near Miami International Airport. According to a video posted by a news outlet, at least two cars were involved. The car driving east on Northwest 36th Street reportedly began turning left onto Northwest 57th Avenue when it was… Read More »
A Recent Appellate Case and What a Passenger Should Do if Injured in a Car Accident
Car accidents are always difficult to deal with especially when they result in injuries. However, most of the billboards and commercials we see are geared towards the drivers of the accident. And drivers aren’t the only victims – passengers can be some of the greatest, and least faultworthy accident victims. As an injured passenger,… Read More »
How You Can Help Keep Your Young Loved Ones Safe From Car Accidents While Playing Outside
We all love the young children in our lives and for that reason, it can be extremely difficult to contemplate the possibility of any harm coming to them, especially while doing something as innocent as playing outside. But tragically, young children can be injured in car accidents while simply participating in childhood pastimes. The… Read More »
What Florida Property Owners Should Understand About Sinkholes
The South Florida Sun Sentinel recently reported that a car crash caused a sinkhole in Deerfield Beach. The road the accident occurred on, which is located east of Interstate 95, had to be shut down after a car struck a fire hydrant in front of a 7-Eleven gas station convenience store and caused the… Read More »