Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Man Starts Intentional Fire, Faces Arson Charges
When couples break up, there can be a lot of drama involved. Sometimes exes will stalk their former partner or even make threats to them. Threats can be scary and lead to serious crimes. A Georgia man was recently arrested for arson after attempting to burn down the home of an ex-girlfriend. The man… Read More »
Can You Sue A Convenience Store For Injuries?
You may not think about it, but every time you leave your home, there is the risk of an accident or injury. One of these is slips and falls. Slips and falls lead to 1 million emergency room visits every year. These falls can lead to injuries, including bruises, broken bones, sprains, and head… Read More »
Man Charged With Battery After Hitting Someone With Hot Dog
When you think of assault with a deadly weapon, you may think of a gun, knife, baseball bat, or maybe a stick or huge rock. But a hot dog? It may seem laughable, but it’s a true story that recently happened in Augusta. As you can imagine, alcohol was at play, with a drunk… Read More »
Parents File Wrongful Death Suit After Son Dies From Kratom
Kratom is an herbal extract that comes from the leaves of Mitragyna speciosa, a tropical evergreen tree found in Southeast Asia. Kratom has opioid properties and stimulant-like effects. It is used as traditional medicine in some countries and in the United States, many people use it for pain, anxiety, depression, and opioid withdrawal. The… Read More »
Patient Awarded $75 Million In “Locked-In Syndrome” Malpractice Case
Doctors are supposed to provide patients with the best care possible. Unfortunately, a Georgia man received a series of poor care in 2015, causing him to suffer a rare disease known as locked-in syndrome. He was recently awarded $75 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The Georgia man was just 32 years old when… Read More »
Teen Killed In Solo-Vehicle Crash
Car accidents can happen anytime, anywhere. However, teens are most likely to be involved in them due to a lack of driving experience. Sadly, many teens are killed in car accidents. This was recently the case in Georgia. A teen was killed in a crash near Denmark High School in Alpharetta. The fatal accident… Read More »
Were You Injured While Traveling With A Negligent Driver?
If you were injured while traveling as the passenger in a car that was being negligently or recklessly operated, you may still be feeling shaken from such a terrifying experience. It can be overwhelming in the aftermath of such an accident trying to figure out how to file an insurance claim and to know… Read More »
Will My Personal Injury Case Go To Trial?
If you have a personal injury claim and are pursuing compensation for your harm, you may wonder what will come next and if you will have to go to trial. Although there can be benefits to going to trial, there can also be drawbacks, so it often is more beneficial to settle before the… Read More »
How Does Georgia’s “Act Of God” Defense Apply To Car Accident Cases?
Sometimes we can do everything right, and a force outside of our control can still cause us to wind up in a tragic accident. The fact that such accidents are unavoidable does not mean that we do not still have to face consequences for them. However, a true act of God can serve as… Read More »
Did Bad Vehicle Maintenance Cause Your Crash?
If you’ve been involved in a car crash that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be feeling angry, frustrated, and upset. However, it’s not always immediately apparent what caused a crash. Sometimes you can be certain that you were not at fault, but still be unclear on what exactly caused the crash… Read More »