Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What To Know About Driving Fatalities In Florida
Most of us get in our cars and trucks with little serious thought about the possibility of getting in a fatal accident. But think about it: we’re traveling on roadways with tons of steel, glass, and rubber, often at high speeds, with hundreds or thousands of other drivers out doing the same. Without sounding… Read More »
How Safe Are Scooters & Mopeds In Florida?
When a 35-year old man mounted his motor scooter one March around 3:00 a.m., he surely had no idea it would be a life-changing ride. But when he was struck by a Toyota Camry, he was thrown from the scooter and taken to the hospital in critical condition. All indications are that the Camry… Read More »
Clergy Abuse In Florida
Florida’s Attorney General has spent a significant amount of time looking into accusations of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy members and has discovered nearly 100 cases. In many cases, those involved were transferred by the church from other states into Florida. Unfortunately in those cases, the statute of limitations had already expired and no… Read More »
Charged With Perjury?
If you have been accused of perjury, you are facing significant penalties if convicted. That’s why now, more than ever, you need an experienced, aggressive criminal defense attorney who is willing to go to the mat for you. What is Perjury When testifying in a court of law, or in any of numerous official… Read More »
Hurricane Season And Insurance Issues
With hurricane seasons becoming longer and more devastating, Florida residents are exposed to more chances of injury and death, as well as more financial risk than ever before. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts that 2022 will have anywhere from 14 to 21 storms that are named, and as many as half… Read More »
Double Jeopardy In Florida
When Robert Earl Hayes was found guilty of rape and murder three decades ago, a big part of the case relied on DNA evidence. But back in 1990, the technology around DNA was new, and it was within just a few years that defense attorneys successfully had the conviction overturned based on what they… Read More »
Wrongful Death Suit Filed Against Florida Group Home
A Florida family is alleging that the WWE wrestling therapy used on a 27-year old autistic patient led to his death. The patient, Caleb Walker, suffered from severe autism coupled with serious bursts of aggressive conduct, warranting the need for intensive therapy and treatment. The family contends that staff resorted to improper restraint techniques… Read More »
Criminal Defendants: Avoid These 5 Mistakes
Any defendant in a criminal matter has a number of rights that, when not taken seriously, can lead to a greater chance of a guilty verdict. It’s surprising how often defendants hobble their own case by not thinking things through. You can avoid a lot of consternation if you follow a few simple rules…. Read More »
Drunk Driving In Florida
A teenager who got behind the wheel while impaired may have thought that he was just being a typical teen. Maybe he wasn’t thinking at all. But when he put those keys into the ignition and headed down the road, there was a pretty good chance things wouldn’t end well. And they didn’t. By… Read More »
Understanding Florida Sentencing
If you are facing criminal charges, one of your primary concerns likely centers around what your sentence might be if convicted. In Florida, as in other states, two of the primary sentencing considerations are the offense itself and your past criminal history. There is much more to understand about sentencing than these factors, however…. Read More »
