Author Archives: Jay Butchko
1 Killed in Solo-Vehicle Crash
Halloween is supposed to be a night of fun, but for one family, it was a night of tragedy. A crash on Halloween night claimed the life of a young woman. The solo-vehicle crash occurred in Union County just before midnight on October 31. The accident happened at the intersection of St. George Avenue… Read More »
Slip and Fall Injuries at Schools
School employees have a lot to deal with. They not only are dealing with the future’s brightest minds but also the risk of slip and fall injuries. There are close to 230,000 school employees in New Jersey. Employee work-related injuries in K-12 schools are common. From the 2009-10 through 2013-14 school years, slips, trips,… Read More »
New Jersey Near Top of the List for Workplace Safety
Many people enjoy living in New Jersey. For those who work there, they may be happy to know that the state ranks high for worker safety. Protex Ai, a safety company, compiled a list of the most dangerous states for workers based on their level of safety in terms of work environment. According to… Read More »
Motorcyclist Killed in Fiery Crash in Parsippany-Troy Hills
Riding a motorcycle can be fun, but it comes with risks. Motorcycles can go very fast and it’s hard to maintain control of them at times. This can lead to a major crash. A motorcycle recently crashed into an SUV and the result was a fatality. The motorcycle rider was killed in a fiery… Read More »
Man Leaves Country After Fatal NJ Hit and Run
After their involvement in a car accident, most people remain at the accident scene. After all, that is the law. However, some people flee the accident scene. Some even leave the country in hopes of avoiding the legal consequences. This is what a New Jersey man did, but it didn’t work. The man killed… Read More »
A Look at Workplace Accident Claims
If you are an employee or employer in a dangerous industry, it’s a good idea to understand the trends with workplace accidents and how you can avoid accidents and injuries. Workplace injuries can result in long-term pain and other effects. By understanding where the risks were in the past, businesses can better identify what… Read More »
Man Hit by Train in Fatal Pedestrian Accident
Trains are not something to mess with. These vehicles can sometimes go as fast at 100 miles per hour. Whether you are a pedestrian or a motorist, you want to steer clear of railroad tracks at all times. Still, many people end up on train tracks, whether accidental or on purpose. Unfortunately, this recently… Read More »
Lactaid Milk Recalled in New Jersey, 26 Other States Due to Almond Contamination
Many people drink milk, but they don’t want it to contain almonds. Nut allergies are common and can cause a person to become seriously injured or even killed. Fortunately, no illnesses have been reported after various milk products possibly contained traces of almond. HP Hood, LLC, voluntarily recalled several types of Lactaid Milk across… Read More »
Teen, 2 Adults Killed in Crash on Garden State Parkway
Driving is a task that requires a lot of attention to the roadways. This is especially true after dark, when visibility is reduced and it is harder to see where you are going. Unfortunately, a recent late-night crash on the Garden State Parkway claimed the lives of a family. Two adults and a teen… Read More »
States With Most Dog Bites – Where Does NJ Rank?
It is estimated that close to 90 million dogs live in the United States. Dogs are often seen as man’s best friend, but is that really the case? It’s true in most cases. Dogs do tend to love their owners and other people, generally speaking. But of course there are cases where they don’t…. Read More »
