Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Magic Kingdom Targeted for Two Lawsuits Related to “People Mover”
Magic Kingdom’s “People Mover” is the cause of two personal injury lawsuits that have been filed against Disney World. According to one couple, their cart came to an abrupt stop and they were struck from behind by another cart. Another plaintiff is alleging the same thing. Her cart came to a stop and collided… Read More »
Florida Man Trampolines off Cruise Ship
A Sarasota man is suing Royal Caribbean Cruise after managing to injure himself on an onboard trampoline. The cruise ship, which was traveling out from Miami, offers a new attraction known as The Skypad. The Skypad is designed with bungee cords and a highly resilient trampoline that propels visitors far into the air. Visitors… Read More »
Legislature Makes Push to Limit Damages in Personal Injury Cases
It’s no secret that Florida’s conservative Supreme Court opens up certain possibilities for those in the legislature and so-called ‘tort reform’ is set to be a major issue this legislative season. While it’s sold as an idea that will reduce insurance rates for everyone, it’s clear purpose is to protect businesses and insurance companies… Read More »
Family Blames ET Ride for Boy’s Foot Injury
The mother of an eleven-year-old boy has filed a lawsuit against Universal Studios after she claims her son’s foot was crushed while on the ride. The lawsuit alleges that Universal Studios was aware of problems with the ride before allowing children to get on it and that the ride posed a credible danger to… Read More »
Royal Caribbean hit with $3.38M Verdict
The family of a man who died on a Royal Caribbean Cruise liner recently won a verdict to the tune of $3.38 million. The man, who was with his family to celebrate his 70th birthday, suffered a cardiac event aboard the cruise liner. Attorneys for the plaintiffs, who filed a wrongful death lawsuit, claimed… Read More »
“Hidden” FDA Report Outlines Dangerous Medical Devices
A startling development has been reported by the Miami Herald concerning medical devices that have a propensity for failure, which can lead to serious injuries. Namely, there is a startling lack of information concerning devices that doctors know can cause harm to patients either during surgery or once they have been installed in the… Read More »
Man Claims Blake Griffin’s Dog Bit Him at L.A. Restaurant
Star basketball player Blake Griffin is being sued by a man who claims Griffin’s dog bit him at an L.A. restaurant. The attack occurred in July of 2018. Emmanuel Aframian claims that Griffin’s dog bit him requiring him to receive medical care and that he experienced severe emotional trauma from the attack. According to… Read More »
Pit Bull Attacks Five-Year-Old Girl in Airport
A woman is suing after an “emotional support” pitbull attacked her five-year-old daughter. According to the complaint, the girl asked permission of the dog’s owner to pet the dog but the dog became agitated and for whatever reason, attacked the girl. The five-year-old suffered serious injuries to her face including what the complaint alleges… Read More »
Excessive Levels of Vitamin D Blamed for Deaths of Dogs
A number of pet owners are suing Hill’s Pet Nutrition Inc. claiming that their pet food injured or killed their dogs due to excessive quantities of vitamin D. At least four dogs either died or had to be euthanized due to vitamin D toxicity. A recall notice released on January 31st of 2019 admitted… Read More »
Did Sneaker Failure Injure Duke Star Zion Williamson?
Thirty-six seconds into one of the most anticipated college basketball games of the year, star freshman, Zion Williamson, suffered a devastating knee injury on what appeared to be a sneaker malfunction. The situation is unfortunate for Williamson who is believed to be the top choice in the upcoming 2019 draft. It is equally devastating… Read More »