Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Impaired Driving
After an incapacitated woman rammed her Mercedes into another driver, her strategy for convincing him that there was nothing to worry about was to tell him he was dreaming the whole thing. Unfortunately, her words did nothing to soothe the pain in the man’s injured ankle and foot, and he was quickly hospitalized. Meanwhile,… Read More »
Challenging Eyewitness Testimony in Court
Have you been placed at the scene of a crime by eyewitness testimony? If so, it can be extremely frustrating to have a complete stranger make an accusation that is completely untrue! What could possibly motivate someone to lie about your presence at the scene? The truth is, although eyewitnesses may be sincere in… Read More »
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Many of us take for granted the ability to speak, drink a cup of coffee, or remember our phone numbers. Our marvelous brains allow for these activities to occur with hardly a thought. But when the brain experiences serious injuries, activities as simple as breathing, blinking, and swallowing have the potential to lose their… Read More »
Charged With a DUI in Florida?
If you have been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Florida, your life could be about to experience some breathtaking changes. A DUI is no small matter in the Sunshine State; securing local, experienced legal help is an excellent idea. What Constitutes Driving Under the Influence? When a person… Read More »
Wrong Way Driving in Florida
A man was killed on the Selmon Expressway when a pick-up truck, driven by an individual who had been drinking to excess, came barreling toward him in the wrong direction. The pick-up had been recklessly weaving through Tampa with its headlights off, when it struck and killed this innocent driver, who was making his… Read More »
Serious Injury Following a Fall?
Let’s say you’re out and about having a wonderful day, when the unthinkable happens: you slip in a public venue, crashing to the ground. Not only is your pride hurt; you know immediately that you’ve incurred some serious injuries. A visit to the emergency confirms this, and as the bills start coming in, you… Read More »
Florida Hate Crimes Defense
If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, the charges could be reclassified to a more serious degree, with resulting heftier penalties, if it is determined that prejudice factored in the commission of the crime (775.085). Clearly, with so much on the line, securing aggressive, experienced criminal legal counsel is essential… Read More »
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
When making the difficult decision to put a loved one in a nursing home, we expect that family members will receive competent medical care, and will be treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. Choosing a facility that meets the needs of loved ones can be a difficult process, and peace of mind… Read More »
Health Risks of Asbestos Exposure
For years, asbestos has been present in building materials. Decades ago, the substance was causally linked to a number of respiratory issues that have led to the illness and death of millions of American workers across the country. Unfortunately, Florida is no exception, as asbestos has been an integral ingredient in shipbuilding, construction and… Read More »
Should a Defendant Testify at Trial?
Many defendants feel strongly that once they get the opportunity to testify, the jury will see the case through their eyes and will acquit them of any criminal charges. The fact of the matter is, though, that determining whether or not a defendant should take the stand is a something that needs to be… Read More »