Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Bicyclist Decapitated in NJ Crash
Traffic laws and signals are in place for a reason. Motorists need to drive safely and follow traffic laws at all times. When the light is red, they need to stop. When they don’t, serious or even fatal accidents can occur. Unfortunately, this was recently the case in Elizabeth. A driver ran a red… Read More »
Half-and-Half Product Recalled Due to Improper Testing
Raw food products such as milk and meat can sometimes be contaminated with bacteria and even medications. Wegmans, a popular grocery chain, recently issued a recall for its ultra-pasteurized half-and-half product due to possible improper testing for antibiotic residue. The recall affects Wegmans’ one-quart cartons of its half-and-half. According to the supermarket, it is… Read More »
1 Killed, 5 Injured in Crash in Hunterdon County
A teen never got to experience her first day of the new school year, as sadly, she was killed in a crash on the way to school. She and her brother were involved in a three-vehicle accident on the morning of August 22 in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Franklin Township Police responded to the… Read More »
Big Rig Crashes Into New Jersey Home
Truck drivers have a huge responsibility when they are on the road. They need to stay alert at all times or else they can cause a serious accident due to their large size. This is what recently happened in New Jersey. Fortunately, nobody was killed when a big rig collided with a home after… Read More »
2 Killed, 1 Injured in Wrong-Way Crash
When driving, it’s important to travel in the correct direction. If you are heading north in a southbound lane of a freeway, for example, you will likely end up in a head-on collision. These are the deadliest types of crashes. A wrong-way crash did recently occur in Paramus, killing two people and leaving another… Read More »
Man Killed in Tree Chipping Accident
Many jobs involve running machinery. While these machines are necessary to get work done efficiently, they need to be operated safely. Unfortunately, a man was killed in a workplace accident at a cemetery in New Jersey. The 22-year-old man died from injuries sustained during a tree-chipping equipment accident in Flemington Borough on the evening… Read More »
Boy Killed in Bicycle Crash in Parsippany
Children love riding bicycles, but they need to stay away from busy roads. Safety is key. Drivers who are in a hurry do not always see smaller objects such as bikes. This makes serious accidents more likely to occur. Sadly, this recently happened in Parsippany in Morris County. An 8-year-old boy was killed after… Read More »
Condo Association Pays $440K in Slip and Fall Settlement
Many residents pay top dollar for HOA fees and other costs in order to live in a condominium association with many amenities. As such, they should make sure the premises are clean and free of hazards and other dangerous conditions. A New Jersey condo association failed to do so, causing a resident to slip… Read More »
2 Killed, 6 Injured in Jersey Shore Car Crash
One wrong move can lead to a multi-vehicle crash in an instant. Such an accident can cause serious injuries and fatalities. This was recently the case in New Jersey. Four vehicles were involved in a crash in Egg Harbor Township, killing two people and injuring six others. The fatal accident occurred on the evening… Read More »
Construction Worker Suffers Fatal Fall in Trench
Trenches are part of the construction process. Trenches are dug to create a stable base for buildings, preventing settling and collapse. They are used to install underground pipes, cables, and lines for water, gas, sewer, electricity, and telephone. Trenches are essential but they pose dangers for workers. Sadly, a man recently died after he… Read More »
