Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Man Killed In Construction Site Collapse
Construction sites are home to many dangers. When there are trenches, walls, and pillars, there is always the risk of collapse. A collapse can be fatal to a worker. Sadly, this was recently the case at a construction site in Guilford Township. The body of a 30-year-old man was found by state police on… Read More »
What Non-Economic Damages Should I Claim?
If you’re filing a personal injury lawsuit, non-economic damages are very important. In fact, non-economic damages can cause your settlement to increase dramatically. If you’re allowed to claim these damages, you should do so. After all, psychological losses are just as important and as life-altering as physical injuries, and in many cases they last… Read More »
Most Common Types Of Car Accidents
Any time you get onto the roadway, there is the possibility of getting into a crash. Accidents happen every day in Pennsylvania. There are a lot of vehicles on the road and people make mistakes. They’re in a hurry. They’re distracted. They have a lot on their minds. Car accidents can happen everywhere, so… Read More »
Police Shoot Dog After Attack On Owners
The saying goes that dogs are man’s best friend. However, a Pennsylvania couple may think otherwise after their pitbull attacked them. The incident happened in the early morning hours of August 25 in Philadelphia. A man was being attacked by his pitbull mix at 5th and Venango streets. The dog had latched onto the… Read More »
COVID Outbreak In Pennsylvania Nursing Home
The COVID pandemic has been affecting the lives of Americans for more than two years now. Many people have gotten seriously ill and even died from the coronavirus. While the disease has quieted down in recent months, many people are still testing positive. Nursing homes have been especially hit hard. A Pennsylvania nursing home… Read More »
Listeria Outbreak Causes Death Of Unborn Child
These days, it seems like supply chain issues and other concerns are causing serious issues for food products. For whatever reason, major companies are now being sued for distributing toxic food products. Listeria is a major issue – as is Salmonella. The exact cause of this uptick in cases has not been confirmed, but… Read More »
How To File A Product Liability Lawsuit In Pennsylvania
As a consumer in Pennsylvania, you probably assume that every product you purchase has been carefully regulated, inspected, and approved before it reaches the general public. In many ways, this is true. In other situations, however, it becomes obvious that products were not properly regulated before being purchased. The simple truth is that many… Read More »
Suing Nursing Homes For Bedsores In Pennsylvania
Bedsores are some of the most obvious signs of neglect in nursing homes. Elder individuals only really suffer these injuries when they are bedridden for extended periods of time without being checked on. If your senior has suffered bedsores at their nursing home, there’s a strong chance that nursing home staff were negligent. Often,… Read More »
Sig Sauer Lawsuit Shows No Signs Of Slowing Down
When people first heard that Sig Sauer was being sued, most dismissed it as an impossibility. As everyone knows, gun manufacturers are very difficult to sue in the United States, as they enjoy a considerable degree of legal immunity. But that’s not to say that these companies are completely immune from being held accountable… Read More »
Tragic Construction Accident At State College Leaves One Worker Dead
If you people were asked to create just one building that would improve our society, many would probably choose a university. It’s a logical choice, as people with more education can contribute more to our cities and towns, and indeed our very nation. College graduates can also pursue higher wages, ensuring more people in… Read More »
