Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Major Gas Station Shooting in South Carolina Leads to Four Arrests
Gas station shootings in South Carolina continued at a frenzied pace, and it seems that a new incident is occurring every few days. People are now concerned about whether it is safe to pump gas in public, considering the relatively high chances of being struck by a stray bullet. What can you do if… Read More »
South Carolina School Sued After Student Suffers Finger Amputation
A South Carolina middle school is facing an injury lawsuit after a student allegedly lost her fingertip. The child’s mother states that the victim suffered this amputation injury in South Carolina because of inadequate supervision and substandard first aid protocols. What if your child suffered a similar type of amputation at school? Can you… Read More »
South Carolina Family Receives Almost $1 Million After Filing Wrongful Death Claim
In late December of 2026, Live 5 WCSC reported that a family in South Carolina had received almost $1 million for a wrongful death lawsuit involving a botched medical procedure. The payout reminds us that when families suffer preventable deaths, they at least have a legal avenue through which to pursue compensation. If you… Read More »
Which Non-Economic Damages Can I Claim for Burn Injuries in South Carolina?
If you’re recovering from burns after an accident that wasn’t your fault, you should learn more about non-economic damages. You’re probably experiencing some of these damages already, and you can recover compensation for them if you approach your case in the right way. Can a burn injury attorney in South Carolina help you get… Read More »
Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions in South Carolina: Can I Sue?
If a lithium-ion battery exploded or ignited in your home and caused a major fire, you might wonder whether you can sue. After all, you probably expected the product in question to work properly without destroying your home or causing serious burn injuries. Is this really possible? How much compensation could you receive? This… Read More »
What to Do After a Semi-Truck Hit-and-Run in South Carolina
Hit-and-runs in South Carolina are bad enough, but these incidents can become even more challenging if they involve semi-trucks. These heavy, lumbering vehicles are capable of leaving serious destruction and injuries in their wake. If you were injured by a truck driver who fled the scene of your crash, consider speaking with an experienced… Read More »
What’s the Most I Can Get From a Truck Accident Lawsuit in South Carolina?
For many victims, maximizing their compensation makes total sense after a truck accident in South Carolina. After all, inflation doesn’t seem to be slowing down. What seems like a lot of money today might seem relatively disappointing 10 years from now, and many truck accident injuries are permanently disabling, disfiguring, or life-changing. What is… Read More »
Multiple Semi-Truck Accidents Reported in South Carolina
In the past few days, there have been numerous semi-truck accidents in South Carolina. One of these crashes claimed the life of an average motorist. These fatal crashes remind us of how dangerous the trucking industry can be, and more fatal truck accidents will undoubtedly occur throughout the rest of 2026. What can you… Read More »
Can I Use Traffic Camera Footage as Evidence in a South Carolina Semi-Truck Accident Lawsuit?
There are few better forms of evidence than video footage. Unlike witness testimony or “black box” data, video footage shows exactly what happened during the accident. The question is, how do you access this footage? Is it possible to get hold of traffic camera footage as you prepare for your semi-truck accident lawsuit in… Read More »
Wrong-Way Drivers Kill Multiple People in South Carolina
In late February of 2026, wrong-way drivers killed multiple people in at least two car crashes in South Carolina. These incidents remind us of how quickly a routine drive can turn into a family-shattering tragedy. All it takes is one mistake, and a vehicle could veer across the center line into you. What can… Read More »