Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Airline Crew Members Injured By Toxic Fumes
Several members of a flight crew maintain that they suffered harm as a result of inhalation of toxic fumes in the aircraft’s cabin several years ago. One of those claiming injuries, the pilot of the aircraft, said that the whole flight crew as well as several passengers felt ill during the flight; the effects… Read More »
Seat Belt Safety
We are all well aware of the importance of wearing a seat belt and the difference it can make we are involved in an auto accident. The statistics regarding seat belt and safety are easy to find and even easier to understand – seat belts save lives. Most states require occupants of vehicles wear… Read More »
Shocking Statistics
Florida has earned itself quite a reputation for poor drivers – but a recent study by an insurance company has been released that seems to contradict what we have been led to believe. The study finds, it seems, that Florida drivers are actually the second best in the country. For those skeptics out there,… Read More »
Hallandale Beach High Rise Fire
Residents of a Hallandale Beach high rise were lucky to escape injury on a recent night when their building caught fire. The fire, which was allegedly sparked by a resident who was smoking on her balcony, injured the resident herself as well as a police officer, who required a trip to the hospital for… Read More »
High School Principal Expresses Thanks
A Miami area high school principal has set an impressive example in how to be thankful for what you have and not dwell on what you have lost. The principal, who lost both of his legs in a horrible accident months ago, took the opportunity to thank the folks who helped him after the… Read More »
Auto Accidents – Not Just For Autos
When we think of car accidents, we most often picture two (or more) automobiles colliding on the roadways. Sometimes, however, a car accident involves a non-traditional vehicle – and in Florida, those non-traditional vehicles are often golf carts. Accidents involving golf carts can be especially devastating, particularly when children are involved. One Florida family… Read More »
Former Dolphin Critically Injured In Auto Accident
A former player for the Miami Dolphins has been involved in a serious auto accident in his home state of Ohio and, according to reports, is still in critical condition. According to police reports in the Columbus area, the athlete was driving on the interstate when he lost control of his car. He was… Read More »
Injuries At The Retirement Community
In what had to seem like a scene straight out of a movie, residents of a retirement community who were enjoying time together in the activity room were surprised by a rampant squirrel that had gotten into the building. The squirrel attacked several people who suffered injuries including bites and scratches during the incident…. Read More »
No Joking Matter
Comedian Tracy Morgan showed his forgiving side when he said that he was not mad at the truck driver who was behind the wheel during a severe car accident several years ago in which Morgan nearly lost his life. The truck driver did not receive the same leniency from the jury and, in fact,… Read More »
Miami-Bound Plane Fire Causes Injuries
Several passengers suffered minor injuries, some requiring hospital treatment, when they were evacuated from a plane scheduled to leave Chicago for Miami one recent Friday afternoon. The incident arose when an engine in the plane’s wing caught fire after blowing a tire on the runway. The takeoff was aborted and everyone on the aircraft… Read More »