Author Archives: Jay Butchko
HSN to Pay $16 Million Fine for not Disclosing Defect
Many of us enjoy shopping from the comfort of home. For many people, this means online shopping, but for some, it may mean turning on the TV and checking out the Home Shopping Network (HSN). This was how people shopped from home decades ago, buying items from clothing to jewelry to household appliances. But… Read More »
Six Vehicles Involved in Accident Caused by Reckless Driver
One of the basic laws new drivers are taught is to not pass on the shoulder. A driver recently did this in Tampa, causing a six-vehicle crash and shutting down roads for a couple hours. The driver was seriously injured in the accident. The incident happened on the morning of October 9 on Interstate… Read More »
Guide to Dog Bites
People love their dogs and will often do anything to defend them. Many say their dogs would never bite someone. But the truth is that they might, and the results could be catastrophic. Even President Biden’s dog, a German Shepherd, has bitten Secret Service agents a whopping 11 times since October 2022. One incident… Read More »
Staying Safe at Playgrounds
Children love playgrounds. Swings, monkey bars, and other play structures can provide hours of fun for kids. However, like anything else, there are dangers involved. Children can fall off play structures. They can injure themselves on slides. There may be sharp corners that cause injuries. Playground injuries can cause broken bones, concussions, sprains, strains,… Read More »
Slips and Falls in Hospitals
When you think of hospitals, you likely think of a place where sick or injured people go to get better. You don’t typically think of hospitals as a place where accidents are likely to happen, but they are. Slip and fall accidents are especially common and they happen more often than you may think… Read More »
Man Hit by Box Truck on I-275
Pedestrian accidents are common in Tampa. In many cases, the driver is at fault. However, there are also cases in which a pedestrian makes poor decisions and walks across a busy road. This can lead to fatality. Sadly, this was recently the case in Tampa. A man was crossing Interstate 275 when he was… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed in Crash on Dale Mabry Highway
While the roadways are supposed to support motorists, pedestrians, and others, the motorists often prevail. If there is someone in the road, it can be hard for cars to slow down in time to avoid a crash. This is especially true on busy highways. When motorists are traveling at high speeds, pedestrians don’t have… Read More »
What is Considered Distracted Driving in Florida?
When you think of distracted driving, texting while driving may come to mind. However, there are other things that may be considered distracted driving. But what exactly? When you get into a car, do you have to sit with your hands on the wheel the entire time? If you take one hand off to… Read More »
1 Killed, 2 Injured in Dump Truck Crash
When a dump truck and passenger vehicle collide, the result is often catastrophic. These two vehicles have extreme size differences that can lead to fatal crashes. Sadly, this was recently the case in Tampa. A man was killed and two others were injured in a dump truck crash. The fatal accident occurred on the… Read More »
Driver Survives Amtrak Train Crash
When you think of a train crash, you may imagine extensive damage and fatalities. A recent Amtrak train crash in Florida involving a passenger vehicle did result in extensive damage to the car. The good news is that the driver was not killed or even seriously injured. The accident happened on the afternoon of… Read More »
