Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Golfer’s Defamation Lawsuit Dismissed In Florida Court
Defamation can affect anyone. False statements can ruin a person’s reputation, especially if they own a business or are a public figure. Pro golfer Patrick Reed has filed a defamation lawsuit against Golf Channel and its employees for allegedly harming Reed, his family, and golf fans through various remarks. The $750 million lawsuit was… Read More »
Dog Faces Consequences After Second Biting Incident
When a dog bites the first time around, it can be bad enough. The victim may suffer serious injuries, scarring, disfigurement, and even death. But when it happens a second time — even years later — it becomes especially concerning. A dog in Florida is in trouble after attacking for a second time in… Read More »
Man Killed In Cocoa Motorcycle Crash
Motorcycles are fun but they can also be dangerous if not handled properly. A rider who is not paying attention can easily cause a serious crash. Sometimes these accidents can be fatal. Sadly, this was recently the case in Cocoa. A motorcycle rider rear-ended a pickup truck, killing him. The fatal accident occurred on… Read More »
When HOA Disputes Turn Deadly
When people think of homeowners associations (HOAs), they tend to have negative thoughts. Many people think of HOAs as restricting, and in many cases, they can be. They tend to evoke a lot of anger in homeowners. Unfortunately, this anger often leads to violence. Sadly, a couple in Florida were recently killed over an… Read More »
Girl Injured After Tampa Dog Attack
When dogs attack, they can cause significant physical injuries as well as emotional scars. Many children who are bitten by dogs develop a fear of dogs. They may even be scared to go outside for fear of another dog attack. An 8-year-old girl in Florida was recently injured in a dog attack and now… Read More »
Woman Charged With DUI Manslaughter After Killing Pedestrian
Drunk driving accidents are all too common, especially around the holidays. People drink too much alcohol at parties and then get behind the wheel instead of getting a ride home from somebody or taking an Uber or Lyft. The results are often deadly. A woman has been arrested after hitting and killing a pedestrian… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Unlicensed Contractors
Nowadays, there are so many stories of homeowners getting scammed by unlicensed contractors. They agree to a job and even pay money up front without a contract in place. This leads to many cases of alleged contractors taking a customer’s money and running, never to be heard of again. These situations tend to happen… Read More »
Personal Injury On Apartment Premises
Unfortunately, you can be injured anytime you go somewhere. You can be injured at home or at the workplace. You can get injured at a store or restaurant. You can even be injured at apartment premises. Whether you live at an apartment complex or are visiting someone there, you have some degree of protection…. Read More »
1 Killed, 1 Injured In SUV/Scooter Crash
Mopeds and scooters are a great way for people in busy Florida cities to quickly get around town and save money on gas in the process. However, these vehicles have some downsides. They are small and hard for other drivers to see. Plus, when a crash does happen, those on the scooter are more… Read More »
Woman Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash In Palm Bay
Going too fast on the interstate and failing to slow down in time is a recipe for disaster. Sadly, this was recently the case for a Florida woman. She did not brake in time, causing a multi-vehicle crash that led to her death. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of October 27 on… Read More »
