Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Near Drowning Injuries In Florida Boat Accidents
Depending on the circumstances, a boating accident out on the water in Florida can cause a wide range of injuries, from mild scrapes and strains to severe traumatic brain injuries, and more. One type of injury that can be caused in a boating accident is known as near drowning, which can cause substantial harm… Read More »
Common Types Of Premises Liability Accidents
When a person is invited onto the premises of someone else, either as a customer or a guest, the expectation is that the property is safe for visitors. However, when hazardous conditions exist accidents can happen that result in serious injuries for the victims. These are known as premises liability accidents, and certain types… Read More »
Common Types Of Car Accidents
Car accidents are one of the most common ways that people are injured and killed around the Delray Beach area every year. Crashes involving passenger vehicles can take many forms, but some types of car accidents are more common than others. At Earnhart Law, our team of dedicated Delray Beach car accident attorneys is… Read More »
Workplace Falling Accidents
Falls are one of the most common types of workplace accidents that cause serious injuries and a number of fatalities every year. Are you or someone you know one of the many injured in a workplace fall? You may have a claim for damages under workers’ compensation or a personal injury claim against those… Read More »
What Should You Do After An Accident?
Being involved in an accident is a scary, stressful, and often painful experience. It can be difficult to know what to do or who to talk to in the moment, especially when the accident is not your fault. The experienced Delray Beach personal injury attorneys at Earnhart Law are here to help you in… Read More »
What Dog Breeds Are Most Likely To Bite?
Although dogs are man’s best friend, not all dogs are friendly. Dog bite attacks happen more frequently than most people realize, and a study found that certain dog breeds are more likely to bite, and cause more damage per bite, than others. At Earnhart Law in Delray Beach, our dedicated legal professionals are here… Read More »
Premises Liability: Negligent Security Claims
Premises liability is an umbrella term for many different types of accidents that result in injury on another person’s property. One type of premises liability claim occurs when a property owner or occupier does not have adequate security for the premises, and a crime or violent act is perpetrated involving a visitor or guest…. Read More »
Who Is Liable For A Truck Accident Caused By Defect?
There are many reasons why truck accidents occur on the roadways in Florida every day, and most are caused by the negligent or reckless acts of the truck driver; however, in some cases an accident is caused by a defect in the truck itself. When an accident is caused by a defect, who is… Read More »
Negligent Infliction Of Emotional Distress Claims
In Florida, personal injury claims require a physical injury due to a traumatic impact. Think of broken bones caused by a car accident or a sprained back due to a slip and fall. Although victims can seek compensation for emotional distress, these damages depend on a physical injury. This is called the “impact rule,”… Read More »
Who Is Responsible For A Jackknife Accident?
A jackknife accident is a particular type of accident involving tractor-trailers. These commercial trucks have two parts—a tractor (or cab) in which the driver sits and the trailer which holds the goods. These two parts are joined at a single coupling that allows the trailer to swing to the side, if necessary, such as… Read More »