Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Why Truck Accident Cases Often Involve More Than Just The Driver
A crash between a big rig and a commuter vehicle is one of the most hazardous crashes you can experience. This is because the truck itself outweighs even large commuter vehicles by quite a lot. Hence, any collision can cause significant injuries or even deaths. A recent Georgia lawsuit was filed over a commercial… Read More »
Unexpected Premises Liability Hazards: Injuries That Occur Inside Restaurants
When considering the possible hazards associated with a restaurant injury, most folks think of slip and falls or even food poisoning. However, restaurant injuries can happen in numerous and unforeseen ways. Such was the case for one Florida Outback Steakhouse restaurant. In that case, a Floridian filed a lawsuit against the Outback Steakhouse because… Read More »
Lawsuit Filed After Fatal I-95 Truck Crash Near Jacksonville Raises Questions About Driver Fatigue
A recent accident involving a commercial truck on Interstate 95 near Jacksonville has resulted in a lawsuit that has brought to light one of the most critical perils on American roads: fatigued truck drivers. Interstate trucking is the backbone of the U.S. economy, but the pressure on the drivers can have dire consequences for… Read More »
Family Files Lawsuit After Dog Attack Leaves Florida Child Seriously Injured
There was a recent case of a dog attack on a young child in Florida, which has resulted in the filing of a lawsuit by the family of the victim. Dog bites result in serious injuries, both physical and psychological, and can also cause medical issues, especially when the victim is a young child…. Read More »
Families File Lawsuit After Deadly Sapelo Island Dock Collapse
The structural failure of a dock in Sapelo Island, Georgia, has resulted in a lawsuit filed by the family of an individual who died in the collapse. This has been one of the most talked-about cases across the country in terms of contractor and engineer negligence. These sorts of legal actions in the aftermath… Read More »
Shopper Files Lawsuit After Slip-And-Fall Injury At Florida Grocery Store
A customer who suffered severe injuries after slipping and falling in a grocery store in Florida filed a lawsuit against the store, which brings up a number of issues regarding store safety and the liability of stores towards customers. As reported, the customer slipped on a wet spot on the floor while walking. They… Read More »
Negligent Hiring Lawsuits After Fatal Truck Crashes In Georgia
Truck accidents often cause severe damage, particularly when big tractor-trailers collide with regular-sized automobiles. Whenever these accidents happen, the victim and their family members can file a lawsuit against the trucking company for the negligence committed by their driver. In the case of a wrongful death lawsuit, the lawsuit would be filed by the… Read More »
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed After Fatal Tampa Dump Truck Crash
Fatal collisions involving trucks usually result in serious damage, especially when a large commercial truck collides with a small passenger car or a pedestrian. In Florida and Georgia, it is common practice for the family members of someone killed in an accident to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver, the company that… Read More »
Lawsuit Filed After Multi-Vehicle Interstate Crash In Georgia Leaves Several Injured
A recent multi-vehicle accident on an interstate highway in Georgia has given rise to a lawsuit that highlights the complex legal issues involved in chain-reaction accidents. Accidents involving multiple vehicles have the potential to cause severe injuries and raise complex legal issues about who is liable for damages. The accident occurred on a business… Read More »
$1.5 Million Settlement Highlights The Serious Risks Of Interstate Truck Accidents
Truck accidents can lead to catastrophic injury due to the sheer size and mass of tractor-trailers. When these accidents occur, the victim generally suffers severe injuries. A truck accident victim can sue for medical costs, lost income, and emotional distress (pain and suffering) that result from the lawsuit. When victims are involved in such… Read More »
