Author Archives: Jay Butchko
1 Killed, 1 Injured in Ferry Crash
Boat crashes do not happen as often as car accidents. With so much open water, colliding with a boat or other object is not something that happens every day. However, when these accidents do occur, they can be deadly. Sadly, this was recently the case in the Port of Miami. A boat crashed into… Read More »
Toddler Killed in Pedestrian Accident
At 3:30 in the morning, where do you expect your toddler child to be? Most parents would say, sleeping in their bed. Unfortunately, that was not the case for parents in Town ‘N’ Country, whose 3-year-old boy escaped their apartment at that time in the morning. Sadly, the boy was hit by a car… Read More »
Uninsured Motorists, Other Factors Causing Rate Increases
As you may have noticed in the past few years, the cost of everything has increased. It’s especially costly to get around nowadays, with gas prices, insurance rates, and the cost of vehicles themselves sky high. Drivers in Florida are especially upset over rising auto insurance rates. Nationwide car insurance rates are going up… Read More »
What to Do if Your Child is Injured at Daycare
Many parents don’t want their child to be raised in daycare. They may not think it is fair to the child or they may be scared that their child will suffer abuse or neglect while under the care of someone else. While this is a plausible concern, the truth is that children are much… Read More »
Reducing Emergency Room Errors Involving Children
Paramedics and emergency room doctors have to be prepared for medical emergencies. They need to be ready to treat people of all ages. However, medical issues are more common among adults, particularly older ones. What this means is that younger patients do not always get the best care. The most common pediatric emergencies involve… Read More »
Nursing Home Patient Abused Over Request for Ice
Patients in nursing homes are there for a reason. They are often physically and/or mentally disabled and unable to do many tasks on their own. They may need help with feeding, dressing, combing their hair, and using the restroom. It is the staff’s responsibility to take care of these needs. That’s what they are… Read More »
Child Suffers Burn Injury From McDonald’s Chicken Nuggets
When your child asks for a Happy Meal while you’re out and about running errands, you will probably oblige. After all, the combination of a yummy meal and a fun toy can be exciting for a kid. What’s not exciting, though, is getting burned by the food in question. This is what happened several… Read More »
Woman Speeds, Crashes on Florida Beach
When you’re at the beach, you’re likely enjoying yourself in the sand or in the water with friends and family. You usually don’t have to worry about anything except sharks. Well, in a recent case in Florida, beachgoers had to watch out for a car, as they almost got plowed over by a drunk… Read More »
Worker Injured in Deck Collapse in West Palm Beach
Construction workers often perform their job duties in hazardous conditions. Construction sites are notoriously dangerous, with electrical issues, falls, machinery issues, and other problems commonplace. In an instant, a building can collapse, causing workers to suffer serious injuries and even fatalities. A recent deck collapse in West Palm Beach left a 65-year-old worker injured…. Read More »
When You Have Side Knee Pain
Knees are delicate. They support the weight of your body, but one wrong move can cause torn ligament and tendons, significant pain, and mobility issues. When you twist your knee or something hits your knee from the side, you may develop side knee pain. The pain may be felt on the inner or outer… Read More »
