Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Family Of Tennessee FedEx Worker Killed On Duty By Forklift Brings Wrongful Death Lawsuit
The family of a Tennessee FedEx worker who was tragically killed while at work by a forklift has filed a wrongful death case in federal court in Tennessee. The family of Jessica James filed the wrongful death lawsuit in late February, which marked the one-year anniversary of the horrific and fatal workplace accident that… Read More »
First Responder On The Mend After Horrific Workplace Accident
First responders – the brave professionals who respond to emergency situations every day throughout Mississippi and the United States – are no doubt critical to protecting lives. When an accident happens, first responders are the boots-on-the-ground people who are first to arrive on the scene, protect us from further harm, and take us to… Read More »
Why Is Truck Driving Such Dangerous Work? Learn About The Hazards Hard Working Truck Drivers Face Every Day On The Job
It is easy to forget in the age of online shopping and 2-day shipping just what it takes to get a product delivered to our doorsteps. When we run errands at the grocery store or go clothes shopping, we also rarely stop to think about what it took to get a dress on the… Read More »
Paid Under The Table? What You Should Know About “Under The Table” Work Status And Mississippi Workers’ Compensation
Under the table work is not rare in the United States. Some employers in many industries, including in restaurant and hospitality, construction, agriculture, logging, manufacturing, and many more may opt – usually not lawfully – to pay their workers not according to state or federal tax laws and with sophisticated payroll systems, but with… Read More »
Mississippi Doctor Ordered To Pay $6.1 Million To Patient In Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
Going to the doctor for a serious medical problem is a nerve-wracking process to begin with. The uncertainty of a disease, injury, or illness, coupled with the financial strain, time commitment, and logistics of getting to the doctor’s office all make a medical case extremely difficult for average people who need help with their… Read More »
Louisiana Ranks Number 13 In United States For Most Dangerous Place For Workers
Louisiana is known for many great things: the birthplace of jazz, creole and Cajun food, Mardi Gras celebrations, and of course the bayou and crawfish. With an abundant cultural landscape and rich history, Louisiana is home to a vibrant music scene and the energetic hub of New Orleans. However, as well-known as Louisiana is… Read More »
Food Service Company ID’s Top 4 Biggest Worker Safety Risks In Food Service Industry
Louisiana is known for its vibrant culinary scene. From small mom-and-pop cafes serving tables up to six or eight, to the larger and more well-known spots such outfitted for tourists, parties, and events, the kitchens of New Orleans and throughout Louisiana are bustling and constantly pumping out the local flare and flavors of creole… Read More »
Will My Mississippi Personal Injury Lawsuit Go To Trial? Alternative Dispute Resolution And Trial In Mississippi Personal Injury Cases
The word “trial” when it comes to the legal context is often a word met with both a little bit of fear and a lot of mystery. Most people’s experience when it comes to a legal trial is limited to television shows or movies that show the glories and the pitfalls of lawyers battling… Read More »
Nurses, Doctors, Healthcare Workers Subjected To High Risk Of Workplace Injury, Violence, Report Shows
When we are injured, we typically seek out treatment at the emergency room, urgent care, or, in the fortunate case that we can wait, our regular healthcare provider. Indeed, we depend on and trust the dedicated nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals in our communities to take care of us when we are injured… Read More »
Working On The Road: Common Injuries Suffered By Mississippi’s Hard-Working Truck Drivers
Truck drivers are an integral and important part of America’s supply chain, economy, and job market. In 2019, 3.5 million professional truck drivers were out on the road and employed by trucking companies throughout the United States, and delivered 80% of the goods we use every day in our lives to American stores, ports,… Read More »