Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Miami Beach Road
When a pedestrian is hit by a motorist, the ramifications are usually severe. For example, a pedestrian who was crossing near Alton Road and Sixth Street in Miami Beach died after being struck by a car, according to NBC Miami. The pedestrian died at the scene. Take Legal Action to Hold the Negligent Motorist… Read More »
Understanding Florida Product Liability Law
A young woman in Miami had her life affected forever due to a defective airbag in her mother’s 2002 Jeep Liberty. Reports indicate that the young woman was driving the Jeep through her neighborhood when both the driver and passenger side airbags spontaneously deployed. There was no accident, no collision; not even a speed… Read More »
Margate Car Accident Results In Death Of Passenger
Losing a family member is a gut-wrenching, traumatic event that far too many people have to struggle with in and around Miami. The pain of the loss is especially visceral when the loss was caused by the careless or reckless actions of another individual. A prime example is the heartbreaking auto accident that occurred… Read More »
DUI Car Crash Involving Celebrity Bodyguard Results In Multiple Injuries
The bodyguard of pop celebrity Justin Bieber is facing criminal charges for driving under the influence after being involved in a serious car wreck that injured two police officers. The collision reportedly occurred in West Kendall, Florida, according to Us Weekly. The bodyguard reportedly fled the scene of the accident after his Chevy Tahoe… Read More »
Understanding Your Legal Rights After A Serious Burn Injury
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that approximately 1.1 million people suffer serious burn injuries each year in the U.S. that require medical treatment. If that was not bad enough, approximately 50,000 burn victims required spending time in a hospital and 20,000 people suffered significant burn injuries that covered 25 percent of… Read More »
Understanding Pain And Suffering Damages That May Be Pursued In A Miami Car Accident Case
If you or a family member was seriously hurt due to the careless or reckless actions of another, you can pursue financial restitution from the at-fault motorist’s auto insurance company through a claim. This claim will seek monetary compensation for the economic and noneconomic damages you suffered in the collision. Economic damages are those… Read More »
Young Child Dies In Tragic Accident On Florida Turnpike
Losing someone you love is always heartbreaking, but the pain is only amplified when the victim is a young child who had their whole life ahead of them. An example can be found in the tragic accident that occurred on Florida’s Turnpike in Southwest Miami-Dade where a 5-year-old girl lost her life. The young… Read More »
How To Manage Your Medical Bills After A Serious Car Accident In Florida
Getting hurt in an automobile collision is bad. Receiving a massive medical bill after getting treatment at an emergency room or other medical facility can feel even worse. Why? Because you are physically damaged as a result of the crash and receiving that bill confirms you may endure financial damage as well. You will… Read More »
Violent Crash In Miami Results In Injuries
When a driver decides to exceed the speed limit, they are putting their safety, and the safety of others, at risk. A prime example is the fiery wreck involving a Lamborghini. The driver of the exotic sports car decided to go an excessively high rate of speed, lost control, and wound up crashing into… Read More »
Day Of Joy Turns Into A Nightmare – Understanding Your Rights After A Birth Injury
The birth of your child is supposed to a joyous, life-changing moment that you will never forget. Unfortunately, many parents in and around Miami are scarred by traumatizing, stress-filled memories due to the fact that their child suffered a serious injury at birth. Some birth injuries can leave your child with long-term side effects… Read More »