Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Ohio Train Derailment And Toxic Chemical Release Shines Light On Toxic Chemical Exposure Cases
For the past several weeks the daily news cycle has contained alarming reports regarding the train derailment and subsequent release of toxic chemicals from Norfolk Southern trains in East Palestine, Ohio. Accordingly, most people are now aware that on February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train crash caused the intentional release of the toxic… Read More »
Military Times Highlights Two Camp Lejeune Survivor Stories, Tragedy Of Camp Lejeune Toxic Contaminated Water Exposure Revealed
It is well-known that the United States government exposed veterans and their family members to toxic and contaminated water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. From the early 1950s through to the late 1980s, the U.S. federal government acknowledges that toxic chemicals, such as trichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene, vinyl chloride, and benzine, were present in the… Read More »
Keeping Safe While Keeping Fit –Three Tips For Women Who Work Out Solo At The Gym
After the now-viral video of the Florida woman who fought off a sexual attacker in her apartment complex gym, women in Houston and across the United States are wondering what they can do to keep safe while working out alone. The ugly truth of the matter is that although it is the year 2023,… Read More »
Texas 18-Wheeler Truck Driver May Face Charges After Running Red Light, Killing Motorist
There is no doubt that most 18-wheeler truck drivers who drive trucks for a living work extremely hard. Not only is 18-wheeler truck driving pretty hard labor in and of itself – with the lifting and moving of heavy cargo and products, jumping in and out of high truck seats, and working extremely long… Read More »
I Was Sexually Assaulted On A Business Property But I Am Told My Attacker Is Judgment-Proof, What Can I Do?
Experiencing the pain, trauma, and fear involved in a sexual assault attack is something that no person should ever have to go through. Though most Houston residents likely believe that when they visit a private business property, such as their local gym, the mall, or the grocery store, they are safe from violent and… Read More »
Taking Account Of Expenses In Houston Sexual Assault Premises Liability Cases
There is no doubt that it takes courage and strength to bring a sexual assault premises liability case in civil court. After going through a dangerous, traumatic, and perhaps even nearly fatal attack, to summon the courage to file a case in court for damages takes a brave and strong person. In Houston, under… Read More »
I Survived In An 18-Wheeler Truck Accident In Houston. Who Will Pay For My Injuries Under Texas Laws?
There is no question that surviving a car accident involving an 18-wheeler truck is often nothing short of a miracle. With the flow of traffic running at high speeds, the sheer weight of an 18-wheeler truck, which can be tens of thousands of pounds, even unloaded – can cause total carnage and wreckage even… Read More »
If You Drive On Houston Roads And Highways, You Must Know About These 3 Ways That 18-Wheeler Trucks Can Cause Serious Accidents
Pretty much everyone has seen a terrible accident on the road involving an 18-wheeler truck, also commonly known as a semi-truck. Whether we have rubbernecked an 18-wheeler accident on our daily commute home, or we have seen one on the news or read about one in the newspaper, most of us are familiar with… Read More »
Sexual Assault Victim Secures $3.8Million Award Against Apartment Complex For Apartment Complex Fitness Center Sexual Assault
Many sexual assault cases don’t make the front page of the news. This is, in part, because not many sexual assault cases go all the way to trial and secure a large jury award, but rather settle out of court. However, in late summer last year, an egregious sexual assault premises liability case in… Read More »
Did A Beloved Parent Serve At Camp LeJeune And Do They Now Suffer From A Serious Health Condition? Find Out What Can Be Done Today Under New Laws
It is heart-wrenching to witness a beloved parent struggle with a disease or seriously debilitating illness. As many of us get older, we, unfortunately, bear witness to a host of serious medical issues that our mothers and fathers suffer through, and often we feel helpless to do anything but offer love and emotional support…. Read More »