Author Archives: Jay Butchko
When to Sue for Your Miami Motorcycle Accident
From the beach views, sunshine, and warm temperatures, Miami is a prime location for riding a motorcycle. Just take a ride from Miami to Key West and you’ll see why. While riding a motorcycle can be a fun activity, it’s also a dangerous one, often resulting in motorcycle accidents. If you are involved in… Read More »
Warning: Distracted Driving in the Form of Texting is Illegal in Miami
The growing use of cell phones while driving is becoming a wide-spread problem for drivers, no matter the age. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, distracted driving remains one of the major causes of traffic accidents. This is why distracted driving, specifically texting and driving is now illegal in Miami. According to AAA’s distracted… Read More »
Ways to Avoid Recreational Boating Accidents in Miami
Florida is the fishing and boating capital of the world. For the Fourth of July, the name will live up to the expectation as people will spend time boating on the water in Miami with family and friends to watch fireworks and enjoy the time off from work. Although you’ve heard boating safety tips… Read More »
Why Posting About Your Workplace Accident on Social Media is a Bad Idea
Social media is the king of communication. It is an activity that we use daily to highlight significant events and spread the news about what’s going on in our lives. But because we use forms of social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat to show what’s happening in our personal lives,… Read More »
Medical Records and Why They Are Necessary for Your Personal Injury Case
You are beginning a personal injury case in Miami and your lawyer asks you to sign an authorization to obtain copies of your medical records. You wonder to yourself, “What do my medical records have to do with my case?” What you may not know about personal injury cases is that they require tons… Read More »
How to Prove Liability for Injuries While at Sporting Events
Due to the great weather the Sunshine State offers its residents, sporting events whether indoor or outdoor are a great way to spend time with family and have some fun. From the Dolphins to the Heat, to the Panthers, the Miami FC and the Marlins, Miami offers a sports team suitable for everyone to… Read More »
What You Should Know About Product Misuse in Product Liability Cases
Whenever we buy a product, we trust that it’s safe. Each day we spend our hard-earned dollars and put that trust in the hands of several entities – the retailer (store), the distributor (salesperson), and the manufacturer (maker). Most of the time, the products we buy are safe, but there are some instances when… Read More »
Types of Cruise Accidents and How You Can Handle Them
A cruise can be a great way to spend a vacation. After all, the purpose of a cruise is to relax, discover new and exciting entertainment, and experience good food. Unfortunately, while planning for their cruise vacation, passengers are too busy to concern themselves with what to do after being in a cruise accident… Read More »
Can I Sue the Homeowner if I’m Injured on the Premises of a Miami Home?
Summertime in Miami brings people together for gatherings such as pool parties, barbecues and other family functions at home. Most times, these gatherings will not take place at your house as you will be the person attending the gatherings in the homes of others. The person who owns the property has a responsibility to… Read More »
New Construction Worker in Miami? Three Reasons Why Inspections Are Important in Preventing Construction Accidents
The construction industry is an exciting field for a new worker looking for job stability, the opportunity to gain a skill, and the possibility to make a good living. But, new workers should be aware of the risks of working in the industry. The construction industry is a dangerous one for any worker —… Read More »