Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Facing Charges of Abuse/Neglect of the Elderly
As an employee in a nursing home, you think you’ve seen it all. Patients of all stripes come in, and a beleaguered staff with limited resources is expected to address the many needs of multiple elderly residents. There’s no question that things could be better. But are you personally liable for the situation when… Read More »
Drunk Driving Causes Heartache
23 vehicles: that’s how many were involved in a Bay Bridge collision as a result of one drunk driver. Incredibly, 43 vehicles were damaged in the incident, which occurred after the inebriated woman smashed into the rear of one vehicle, resulting in a chain reaction. More tragically, twelve individuals had to be hospitalized, one… Read More »
Misconceptions Related to Criminal Charges
If you are facing criminal charges, you know how jarring it can be, even if you are innocent—or maybe especially if you are innocent. You may be told not to worry—the truth always wins out in the end. But, unfortunate as it is, innocent people are convicted of crimes and locked up every single… Read More »
Bicycling in Shadows or Darkness
A bicyclist was killed after a vehicle crashed into him in a Baltimore intersection one Friday evening. After impact, his body flipped from his bicycle and smashed into another vehicle, then bounced onto yet another vehicle. The man was just 44 years old. Staying Safe on Your Bike Plenty of people enjoy bicycling in… Read More »
9 Tips when Arrested
If you’ve been arrested, you may find yourself feeling so panicked that you just can’t think straight. But it’s essential that you hold it together, because mistakes in this situation can be very costly. Try to think rationally and keep these tips in mind: Cooperate: It is NEVER a good idea to resist arrest… Read More »
When Hunters Make Mistakes
Lots of people enjoy hunting, for a variety of reasons. No one goes on a hunt thinking their weekend will be marred with serious injuries—or even fatalities. But when accidents occur involving hunting weapons, lives may be altered indefinitely. If your hunting outing turns to disaster, contacting a local personal injury attorney to deal… Read More »
Voter Intimidation is Illegal
Although you sincerely believed you were acting as a patriot when you chatted up fellow voters, you’ve now been arrested and charged with voter intimidation. What is voter intimidation, and what should you do about these charges? Voter Intimidation Defined S. code defines voter intimidation as interactions with a fellow voter involving coercion, threats,… Read More »
When Kids Suffer Because Adults Don’t Lock Up Guns
It was an unspeakable tragedy. A five-year old child discovered a loaded handgun which was unlocked in his father’s home right here in Maryland. While playing with the weapon, the child shot and killed himself. His father, Warin Foster, is facing charges of reckless endangerment, allowing a minor to access a firearm, and manslaughter,… Read More »
Be Wary of Coercion After an Arrest
Cooperate with police—that’s a no-brainer. But what does it mean? If you’ve been arrested and charged with a crime, provide your name, don’t try to escape, and comply with officer requests. What doesn’t it mean? Spilling your guts. Instead, respectfully request an attorney before responding to any provocations, questions, or “facts” the police may… Read More »
When Kids Experience Harm Due to Neglect in Daycare
Your kids are precious, and when you leave them with a daycare center while you work or are otherwise engaged, you want them cared for with the same diligence you provide yourself. Oftentimes, that is exactly what happens. But unfortunately, there are sometimes cases where daycare centers are simply not safe, and parents don’t… Read More »
