Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Suffering Due To Medical Malpractice
It was a simple procedure—a circumcision—something done to infant boys fairly routinely across the country. But this time it was anything but routine. The surgeon—Dr. Berto Lopez– bungled the procedure, and the infant lost one-third of his penis. Additionally, his urethra was damaged. Records indicate that earlier in his career, the same doctor had… Read More »
How To Get The Best Outcome When Facing Criminal Charges
When your future is up in the air because you are facing criminal charges, it can be more than a little disconcerting. The fact of the matter is, the likelihood of you ever seeing the inside of a courtroom is pretty small. The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) reports that fewer than… Read More »
Florida Dog Attacks
It happens when you least expect it, and as dread and adrenaline course through your veins, you have to figure out the best way to handle a vicious dog attack. You may think it’ll never happen to you, just like many of those who’ve lived to tell off the terror. Florida Attacks in the… Read More »
Distracted Driving Has Consequences
In the 21st century many of us are so used to multi-talking that we think we are invincible when it comes to doing multiple tasks in addition to driving. And although people get away with eating, texting, and other activities some of the time, the fact of the matter is that all too often… Read More »
Are You Facing Fraud Charges Related To COVID?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that fraud related to COVID has resulted in nearly $400 million in costs to Americans in the past couple of years. Seniors found themselves the target of multiple schemes, and people in their 80’s lost an average of $900. You can bet that if you are charged with… Read More »
Defending Against Charges Of Cyber-Crimes In Florida
If you’ve been charged with cyber-crimes, you’re not alone. There have been over $4 billion in losses related to cyber-crimes across the country, and Florida ranks second in the nation for such criminal activity. These kinds of crimes can result in significant time behind bars and other penalties. Having an attorney who is well-versed… Read More »
Does Signing A Waiver Mean You Can’t Sue After An Accident?
Like most people, you participate in all kinds of recreational activities, as do your children. Little League, rock climbing, zip lining, horseback riding—all of these, and many other activities—require you to sign a waiver before participating. It’s one of the things you do without giving it all much thought, let alone actually reading it…. Read More »
Can You Be Charged With Kidnapping Your Own Children?
After a particularly unpleasant divorce, let’s say you find yourself in constant conflict with your former spouse regarding anything and everything related to your parenting plan. Things continue to deteriorate, until one day you find yourself arrested for kidnapping! How can this possibly occur, when the case revolves around you and your own flesh-and-blood… Read More »
Prescription Writing That Is Problematic
Patients seek medical care in hopes of improving their medical conditions. They do this trusting that the physician who diagnoses and treats them has their best interests at heart. But negligent or self-serving physicians write out prescriptions that lead to serious complications and even death every single day in this country. When that happens,… Read More »
When Drivers Throw Caution To The Wind Near School Bus Stops
What is more precious than our children? When they are put in harm’s way while simply waiting for their school bus, or while actually riding the bus, simply because some random driver was in too much of a hurry to use common sense and follow Florida law, it’s more than simply infuriating. It’s downright… Read More »
