Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Understanding How Young Children Become Victims of Hot-Car Tragedies
The Orlando Sentinel recently reported that a 27-year-old woman is facing criminal charges in the hot-car death of the 4-year-old son of her boyfriend. The little boy was reportedly alone in a locked car for more than six hours before being found unconscious. He had an internal temperature of 108 degrees when he was… Read More »
The Increasing Fatality Rate in Accidents Involving Pedestrians
Walking to a destination seems like an environmentally friendly and economical option that concurrently allows for additional exercise. In other words, it seems like a great alternative to driving. Unfortunately, a new report indicates that some pedestrians are getting more than they bargained for from their walks. According to Local 10 News, a report… Read More »
Understanding Golf Cart Injuries
The News-Press recently reported that the wife of an Estero man who was killed in a late February crash between a truck and a golf cart has died as the result of injuries from the same incident. The woman’s husband was driving the Club Car golf cart she was a passenger in a northbound… Read More »
The Causes of Serious Crowd Injury and Fatalities at Festivals and Outdoor Concerts
We are in the midst of Spring and along with bringing warmer weather, it has also kicked off the festival and outdoor concert season for this year. The city of Miami recently hosted the Ultra Music Festival at its Historic Virginia Key Beach Park & Miami Marine Stadium. However, the Miami Herald has reported… Read More »
Understanding School Transportation-Related Accidents
The Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently urged motorists to exercise caution in a press release that addressed a string of recent accidents at school bus stops around the country. NHTSA has charged both individuals and the media to help educate communities on ways to… Read More »
The Problem With Traffic in South Florida
Local 10 News recently reported that traffic is so bad in South Florida that many commuters say they would give up alcohol to have an easier drive to and from work. A whopping 48 percent would rather make it more quickly and uneventfully from one place to another than indulge in a glass of… Read More »
Understanding the Risks of the Road This Spring Break
Spring Break is something that students from around the country look forward to every Spring as a welcome break from studying and tests. South Florida in particular attracts hordes of college students every year for Spring Break because of its beautiful beaches, abundant nightlife, and warm, sunny weather. In fact, Fort Lauderdale is the… Read More »
The Injuries You Can’t See: Mental and Emotional Implications of Car Accidents
We all know that car accidents can take a physical toll on your body and cause extensive injuries. However, one of the less discussed and contemplated potential consequences is something that no one else can see but which you can definitely feel. Regardless of visibility, mental and emotional injuries can actually remain long after… Read More »
The Potential Danger of Boating Accidents
Considering Florida has such beautiful year-round weather, it is unsurprising that boating is such a popular recreational activity. For Florida residents and visitors alike, there are a few things that sound more relaxing and enjoyable than a day out on the water whether engaging in water sports such as fishing or simply hanging out… Read More »
The New Toll Roads Coming to Pinellas County
The Tampa Bay Times recently reported that Pinellas County is constructing two new toll lanes that are scheduled to open by 2022. This project, which is part of the $580 million Gateway Expressway plan connecting I-275 to U.S. 19 and the Bayside Bridge, reportedly includes two new elevated roadways. Thus far, it has already… Read More »