Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Work Zone Crashes on the Rise
Construction workers face dangers on the job every day. Whether they work on building sites or perform road construction, they can get injured or even killed in an accident. In fact, work zones are becoming increasingly dangerous for construction workers, as road work becomes more common during the summer months and drivers fail to… Read More »
Distracted Driving Alleged to Be Cause of Woman Being Run Over on South Carolina Beach
Imagine going to a beach to relax, only to get run over and killed. Unfortunately, a South Carolina family is dealing with this tragedy after a Myrtle Beach woman was hit by a police department vehicle on June 13. Her family has filed a wrongful death suit against the police department, claiming her death… Read More »
Man Crushed, Killed by a Ton of Metal
The last place anyone wants to get injured or killed is at work. The family of a 31-year-old man is dealing with this situation after he was killed by a ton of metal while at work at in Pickens County, South Carolina. The fatal accident occurred on the morning of March 18. The man… Read More »
Apartment Complex Sued for Negligence, Security Failures
We all want to live in a safe environment. Nobody wants to worry about getting injured by a stray bullet while sleeping or assaulted while enjoying their backyard. Sadly, a tenant at an apartment complex in Columbia, South Carolina, was asleep when he awoke to the sound of gunfire. The man realized he had… Read More »
1 Killed, 3 Injured in Crash
Driving on the roadway can always be a stressful experience because you never know what’s going to happen. Intersections can be especially tricky because cars may be coming in several directions. A recent intersection crash in South Carolina has killed one person and injured three others. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon of… Read More »
Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes
When you think of sexual abuse, you may think of something that happens to younger people and in certain environments, such as homes, schools, and workplaces. However, sexual abuse can happen to anyone, anywhere — even in nursing homes, which can be a huge shock to residents and their loved ones. It can be… Read More »
Columbia Man Faces 7 Counts of Nursing Home Neglect
Elder abuse is on the rise as people cause physical, emotional, sexual, and financial harm to seniors for various reasons. Unfortunately, many people take advantage of people over the age of 65 due to certain physical and mental limitations that they may have. A South Carolina man is facing multiple neglect charges for poor… Read More »
Lawmakers Targeting AI-Generated Sexual Abuse Materials
Artificial intelligence (AI) has grown rapidly in the past few years. While many people are excited about the possibilities of AI, many have concerns. The technology has the ability to perform many human-like functions, such as writing resumes, creating contracts, and writing poetry. AI also has the capacity to create visual art, and this… Read More »
Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Bar After Shooting
When a person runs a routine errand to the grocery store, attends a concert, or visits with friends at a bar, they don’t expect to die. However, sometimes crimes and other types of negligence happen, causing a person to to get seriously injured or killed. Sadly, this recently happened at a bar in Greenville,… Read More »
Defective Tires: What You Need to Know
Our cars and trucks are made up of many parts that help them run properly. Some of the most important parts are the tires. When you are inside a vehicle, tires are the only thing separating you from the ground. An issue with your tires can quickly become a serious or even fatal issue…. Read More »