Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Falling Utility Pole Results in Tragic Death in Aiken County
Justice has been served for the family of a South Carolina teacher who was tragically killed by a utility pole after a truck ran over and got caught on a drooping line, causing the pole to fall on the woman. A wrongful death settlement was reached and will award her surviving family $30 million… Read More »
Slip and Fall at Restaurant Results in $400,000 Settlement
Going out for a burger shouldn’t result in a serious injury, but it did for one South Carolina man. He slipped and fell on an exposed pipe, causing him to seriously injure his neck in the process. On February 16, 2024, the man was attempting to enter the front door of a Burger King… Read More »
Care Centers Sued for Wrongful Death
Sadly, abuse and neglect are common occurrences at nursing homes and assisted living facilities across South Carolina. When caring for vulnerable adults, any type of negligent behavior can have huge – and sometimes tragic – consequences. A Georgetown County assisted living facility and rehab center are facing a wrongful death lawsuit after a woman… Read More »
Why a Psychiatric Hospital Held People Against Their Will
Recently, New York Times reporters spent months investigating Acadia Healthcare, one of the largest chains of psychiatric hospitals. The chain operates psychiatric hospitals in 19 states, including in South Carolina. The facility has been accused of holding patients against their will – not for medical reasons, but for financial ones, The investigation revealed that… Read More »
1 Killed in Accident Involving Tractor
Every year, road work and construction are increasing across South Carolina. As a result, motorists need to be alert and act accordingly. Drivers may need to slow down and even stop in construction zones. In some cases, they may come upon tractors in the roadway and need to proceed with care. Recently, an accident… Read More »
Nursing Homes Cutting Corners on Safety, Accumulating Fines
Imagine this: residents wander the halls in a nursing home facility, yelling and hitting each other. One resident beats a roommate with a stick. Another person is found with a broken finger and a bloody forehead gash. Meals are served from dirty meal carts and the dining room is unsanitary. Shower facilities are a… Read More »
Counselor Arrested for Sexually Abusing Child
Counselors are meant to help those who are struggling with mental health issues. Their clients are often vulnerable children or adults struggling with mental illness counselors should never abuse their position of trust to take advantage of those they are supposed to help. Sadly, however, sometimes they do – causing irreparable harm. Earlier this… Read More »
Candy Recalled Due to Salmonella Scare
We all love candy and sweets, but not when they’re contaminated with bacteria or cause food poisoning. Recently, more than two dozen candy lines have been recalled due to salmonella concerns. Caramel pretzels, cookies, and other sweets have been recalled by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) due to the possibility of illnesses such… Read More »
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 »