Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Wrongful Death Damages For Family Members
The unexpected and tragic loss of a loved one to an accident can feel overwhelming to their loved ones. This situation can also lead to significant financial stress, but filing a wrongful death claim against those responsible for the loss can help alleviate this stressor for parents, children, or spouses of the deceased. If… Read More »
Premises Liability For Florida Amusement Parks
Florida is one of the top destinations in the world for amusement parks, and millions of people visit these amusement parks every year. Amusement park owners have an obligation to keep their premises safe for visitors, and if they do not they may be liable for any injuries that result in a premises liability… Read More »
Truck Accidents Involving Hazardous Materials
Tanker trucks are a specific type of large commercial truck designed to carry liquids and gasses across the United States. Some of the most common items that tanker trucks carry include gasoline, water, chemicals, liquid sugar, and more. These materials can be hazardous and pose a serious threat to others on the road, especially… Read More »
Workplace Forklift Accidents
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are on average 110,000 forklift accidents every year in the United States that result in 95,000 injuries and around 100 deaths. When used properly, forklifts can reduce the strain on employees and boost productivity, but when an accident occurs with one of these vehicles… Read More »
Common Types Of Boat Dock And Pier Accidents
Boat docks and piers are necessary elements of the boating experience. Not only do they allow for a safe way for vessel operators and passengers to get on and off a boat, but they also provide a space for vessel fueling, maintenance, inspection, and mooring. Docks and piers can also be dangerous if someone… Read More »
Injuries Caused By Scaffolding Accidents
According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), around 2.3 million construction workers, or around 65 percent of the industry, do some type of work on scaffolding. Thousands of accidents happen every year involving scaffolding, which results in an average of 4,500 injuries and sixty deaths annually. At Earnhart Law, our Delray Beach… Read More »
How To Get Compensated After A Hit And Run Accident
Hit and run accidents account for nearly one-quarter of all vehicle accidents in Florida. The victims of hit and run crashes can include other drivers and passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians, and the injuries sustained by victims in hit and run accidents can be severe. Without someone to take responsibility for the accident, many victims… Read More »
Personal Injury Claims Against Governmental Entities
When a person is injured by the negligent, reckless, or intentional acts of another they have the right to sue for personal injury. However, special rules apply in Florida when the one at fault is a government employee or entity. Whether the accident was a car crash, slip and fall, workplace incident, wrongful death,… Read More »
How To Minimize The Chances Of A Boating Accident
With boats as a year-round option for fishing, relaxation, work, and more in the Delray Beach area, accidents on the water are bound to happen. However, there are steps that you can take as an operator and passenger to minimize the chances of a boating accident. At Earnhart Law, our experienced Delray Beach boating… Read More »
What To Know About Filing A Workplace Injury Claim
Workplace injuries happen all the time, but many people do not understand how the system works when it comes to filing a workers’ compensation claim for benefits. At Earnhart Law, our experienced Delray Beach attorneys are prepared to assist you at every step of the process. To learn more about the wide range of… Read More »