Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Louisiana Garbage Worker Horrifically Killed on Back of Garbage Truck – Workplace Accidents Can Happen Virtually Anytime, Anywhere in Louisiana
Louisiana workers may be eager to learn about their rights and options under Louisiana workers’ compensation laws after news of the death of a Covington, Louisiana garbage worker in a horrific and tragic way. According to local news reports, last year, back on Friday December 13, 26-year-old Benjamin Bonura, of Amite, Louisiana, was killed… Read More »
Claiborne County, Mississippi Car Accident Leaves 1 Person Dead and 7 Injured, What Can the Survivors Do to Get Justice?
A terrible and fatal multi-vehicle car accident shook the community of Claiborne County, Mississippi in the early morning hours on Wednesday of last week. According to local news reports, three separate vehicles were involved in a car accident at around 5:49 a.m. in the morning on MS-547 near Tillman Road in Claiborne County on… Read More »
Worker’s Death due to Electrocution in Biloxi Underscores the Dangers of Electrocution Accidents in Mississippi Workplaces
A fatal workplace accident took the life of one worker, and the terrible and unexpected workplace accident underscores just how dangerous electrocution accidents in the workplace can be. According to local news reports, earlier this year on January 16, 42-year-old Kevin Bartley, originally from Foley, Alabama, was working at a worksite off of Oaklawn… Read More »
Lafayette, Louisiana Tree Care Worker’s Tragic Death on the Job Spreads Awareness about the Dangers Tree Care Workers Face
A fatal workplace accident hit headlines earlier this year, and the Lafayette community mourned the loss of one of their own. According to local news reports, 71-year-old Curtis Spencer, of St. Martinville, Louisiana, was working for tree care employer Possum’s Tree Service, when he was tragically killed in a workplace accident. The terrible and… Read More »
Tragic Louisiana Pedestrian-Involved DUI Case Shows Impacts of Drunk Driving – Rights of Family Members of Victims of Fatal DUI Crashes under Louisiana Wrongful Death Laws Explained
There is no question that no matter what, a drunk driving car accident is a terrible thing. Things perhaps become even more unfortunate when young lives are transformed forever, and not for the good. Such was the case last year in October, when several young people were involved in a horrific DUI car crash… Read More »
Death of Louisiana Worker Due to Leaking Air Hose Exposes Dangers of Air Hoses to Louisiana Workers – Rights of Surviving Family Members Under Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Laws Explained
A terrible and fatal workplace accident left one Louisiana worker dead, and the manner in which the worker raises the conversation about the little-known dangers of air hoses on Louisiana worksites. According to local news reports, on Saturday, February 22, 39-year-old contract worker, Carlos Cardenas, was killed on the job while attempting to repair… Read More »
Making Sense of the Mississippi Code – What are Wrongful Death Actions in Mississippi and Who Can Bring Them?
When a person is killed in a serious car accident in Mississippi, there is no doubt that the loss of their life often, if not always, has major impacts on a number of other people. Indeed, often a person who is involved in a fatal car accident in Mississippi leaves behind them a number… Read More »
Curious about Whether a Lump-Sum Settlement Makes Sense in Your Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Case? We Get to the Bottom of Lump-Sum Settlements Under Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Laws
Many, if not most, Louisiana workers are aware that if they are injured on the job and are unable to work, they may be entitled to money compensation, as well as other benefits, under Louisiana workers’ compensation laws to help them financially while they heal from their injury. However, some Louisiana workers may not… Read More »
One Person Dead in Two-Vehicle Accident in Louisiana – 3 Tips for What to Do after a Serious Car Accident to Protect Your Rights
A terrible and fatal car accident took one person’s life in Sulphur, Louisiana, and five others have been hospitalized for their injuries. According to local news reports, the fatal car accident occurred at around 6:30 p.m. in the evening on Saturday, January 5. Houston River Fire Department personnel and first responders responded to the… Read More »
Gas Station Clerk, Two Others Killed in Deadly Robbery at Mississippi Gas Station – Are Mississippi Workers Entitled to Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Injuries Caused by Violent, Criminal Acts?
The death of three people, including a gas station clerk, at a State Line, Mississippi gas station has garnered public attention, and family members of those who were killed are demanding answers from law enforcement. According to local news reports, on Wednesday, January 31, gas station clerk Rhonda Denson, her boyfriend Lester Campbell, and… Read More »