Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Trouble on the Road: Alarming Florida Accident Statistics
2020: the start of a new year, with high hopes and expectations for a brighter future. For some, however, dreams for the days ahead will be harshly interrupted due to an unexpected roadway collision. In some cases, the impact of an accident will be minor inconveniences. But for too many others, the effects will… Read More »
When Medication Errors Cause Harm
We trust medical personnel to take sensible, well-informed actions as they care for patients, and most of the time that is exactly what happens. But sometimes mistakes are made. When those errors have a significant impact on the wellbeing of the patient, it may be time to consult with a Kissimmee medical malpractice attorney…. Read More »
Secure Your Load!
Who among us has not been bewildered to come upon debris along the highway that forces us to swerve suddenly to avoid disaster? Sometimes small items like shoes or plastic bags litter the roadway, but often the items are larger and more dangerous, such as shovels, mattresses, and other obstacles. All too often, the… Read More »
Voyeurism: What is it, and What are the Legal Penalties?
Voyeurism has become a significant issue these days, potentially because modern technology enables the illegal activity. Peeping Toms are no longer just lurking in bushes and behind fence posts; nowadays hidden cameras might be concealed in all sorts of places that one would never expect. If you have been charged with the crime of… Read More »
Big Rig Drivers Just Want a Little Respect!
Anonymity on the road: that’s what one trucker attributes as the cause to the lack of common courtesy and civility on America’s highways these days. Sure, no one enjoys driving in traffic that’s backed up for miles, or taking turns merging as those ever present orange cones indicate that the lane ahead is under… Read More »
Medication Errors Rampant: Is Your Loved One at Risk in a Florida Nursing Home?
Over 1.4 million Americans reside in nursing homes across the country. As families search for just the right care facility for their loved ones, they might investigate by evaluating the cleanliness of the building, the relationships between staff and patients, and the activities available for residents. But something just as important to consider is… Read More »
It’s a DUI, Even if you’re Driving a Lawn Mower!
When Haines City police officers heard a loud commotion outside of a local business, they hurried outside to see what was going on. There they discovered that Gary Wayne Anderson had inadvertently struck their police cruiser while riding his lawnmower. That’s right: the 68-year old had been on his riding lawn mower, towing a… Read More »
Understanding Your Miranda Rights
If you’ve been arrested, you need to know that it is your right—and the smart thing to do—to keep mum, quiet, or shush (that means shut your mouth) until you have an attorney by your side. In fact, if law enforcement intends to interrogate you, whether or not they intend to arrest you—you must… Read More »
Johns Hopkins Admits Liability: Pays out $40 Million
What could be worse than watching your child suffer with overwhelming health issues that seem to have spiraling complications? Perhaps having trusted physicians and medical personnel fail you in their promise to provide reliable care is the only thing that could make matters more untenable. At Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, that is exactly… Read More »
Can DNA Evidence be Trusted?
When a defendant’s guilt or innocence is in the balance, it is often DNA evidence that clinches a final verdict. But the fact of the matter is, juries can be fooled by what is presented as irrefutable evidence. An experienced criminal attorney knows how to challenge such evidence when it, in isolation, might otherwise… Read More »
