Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Man Injured After SUV Rolls Over Him
There are many types of car crashes. There are rear-end accidents, head-on crashes, T-bone crashes, and side-impact accidents. Then there are also freak accidents. This recently happened in Englewood. The brakes failed on a Ford Explorer, running over a man and causing him to suffer serious injuries. The accident happened on the afternoon of… Read More »
Dog-Related Injury Claims Top $1 Billion In 2022
We tend to think of dogs as man’s best friend, but the truth is that even the sweetest, friendliest dog can attack at any time. While dog bite claims have actually decreased, the payout for these bites has increased by 28% from 2021 to 2022. This is based on information from State Farm and… Read More »
Fisher-Price Sleeper Recalled Due To Children Deaths
It is devastating when a child dies, especially when the death is caused by a defective product and could have been prevented. This is the case for a Fisher-Price product that has been responsible for more than 100 deaths. When the Fisher-Price Rock ‘n Play Sleeper was recalled in 2019, it was responsible for… Read More »
1 Killed, 1 Injured In Crash Caused By Medical Episode
Car accidents happen every day in New Jersey for a variety of reasons. They can happen when you least expect it. Even if you do your best to stay clear of crashes, you or someone else could suddenly suffer from a medical episode and cause a fatal accident. Sadly, this was recently the case… Read More »
Paid Medical Malpractice Claims Hint At Future Claims
Medical malpractice claims are something that every healthcare professional wants to avoid. While many are thrown out or ruled in favor of the doctor, sometimes the client prevails. This can be frustrating for the doctor in many ways. Not only do they have to pay out, but they also face the risk of a… Read More »
Bicyclist Severely Injured In Dooring Accident
Motorists need to be aware of bicyclists at all times. Sometimes motorists can cause injuries to a bicycle rider even without directly hitting them. An example of this is suddenly opening their vehicle’s door, causing the bicycle to crash into it. This was the case for a woman last fall. The woman claims she… Read More »
Dog Bites Driver After He Hits Owner In Crash
After a driver hits a pedestrian, they are to stop and render aid, under New Jersey law (and all state laws, for that matter). Nothing can be more frustrating, though, than trying to help someone and their dog bites you, impeding the process. Dogs can get protective of their owners, though, and this was… Read More »
Crane Collapses, Gets Stuck In Power Lines
Cranes and other construction vehicles are very tall and heavy. One wrong move can get these vehicles into situations where they get stuck and become dangerous to bystanders. This recently happened in New Jersey. The front of a crane suddenly lifted up off the ground and got stuck in electrical wires. The incident happened… Read More »
1 Killed In Fiery Car Accident In Morris Township
Operating a vehicle requires a lot of focus and attention. When it’s dark, visibility is decreased, making accidents more likely to occur. Sadly, this was the case in Morris Township. A driver was killed after crashing into a tree. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of February 1 on Southgate Parkway. The solo-vehicle… Read More »
Dog Attack Results In $110,000 Settlement
Dogs are not always the friendly creatures they are made out to be. Dogs can attack and cause a lot of harm to victims. Even police officers can be held liable when their dogs attack people in their homes. A child’s family recently received a $110,000 settlement from a dog bite that occurred five… Read More »
