Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Housing Developer In New York Pays Nearly $250,000 To Resolve Workplace Sexual Harassment Claims
On March 2nd, 2023, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that Kingston Properties—a property development company in Ulster County—will pay $240,000 and furnish other remedies in order to resolve workplace sexual harassment allegations. Managers at the company were accused of engaging in and allowing sexual harassment of subordinates. Here, our Monmouth County workplace… Read More »
Grieving Parent Writes Powerful Letter In USA Today, Urges Action To Protect Teens Against Social Media Addiction
On March 3rd, 2023, Kristin Bride, a grieving mother and a dedicated social media reform advocate, penned a powerful letter in the USA Today. Tragically, her 16-year-old son Carson took his own life after terrible cyberbullying. Kristin Bride and other parents are demanding that congress takes action to hold social media companies accountable. Here,… Read More »
Nearly $170,000 Recovered On Behalf Of Roofing Workers Improperly Denied Overtime In New York
On March 7th, 2023, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced that it recovered $166,832 in compensation on behalf of several dozen roofing workers in New York. The DOL determined that Lakeside Roofing & Contracting LLC—a company based in Ontario County—improperly paid straight time wages to workers for travel time and for work in excess… Read More »
Lawsuits Seeks To Hold Social Media Companies Liable For Harm Caused To Teenage Girls
As reported by Observer, there is a massive lawsuit against social media companies currently pending in California. Filed by a large group of parents, the lawsuit contends that teenage girls are being harmed by social media addiction—and that the major companies are taking advantage of them. Here, our New Jersey & New York Meta… Read More »
Personal Injury Claims: What Is A Medical Lien?
Were you hurt in an accident? It is essential that you get the comprehensive medical care that you need to recover. It is no secret that medical treatment is expensive. According to data cited by K Health, the average cost to enter the emergency room is in excess of $1,200. When services are provided,… Read More »
Multiple Injuries Reported In Head-On Collision In Monmouth County
According to a report from MidJersey.News, multiple serious injuries were sustained in a major head-on collision on Old York Road, which borders Monmouth County and Mercer County. The crash is still under investigation. Here, our Monmouth County car accident lawyer explains what we know about the crash and discusses the danger of head-on collisions… Read More »
Study: Chemical Hair Relaxers Linked To Breast Cancer/Uterine Cancer (Class Action Litigation)
Did you know that chemical hair relaxers have been linked to breast cancer and uterine cancer? In recent years, very alarming new studies have come out—raising serious safety questions about these products. Lawsuits are being filed against some of the world’s largest cosmetic companies. In this article, our New York & New Jersey class… Read More »
Can You File A Lawsuit If You Fall On An Uneven Public Sidewalk In New Jersey?
Trip and falls can lead to serious injuries. A negligent business or property owner can potentially be held legally liable for a victim’s fall accident injuries through a premises liability claim. This raises an important question: What happens if you fall on an uneven public sidewalk? You may still have a claim—but these cases… Read More »
Can A “Joke” Be Considered Sexual Harassment In The Workplace?
Sexual harassment remains a major problem in U.S. workplaces. The Institute for Women’s Policy Research that as many as 80 percent of women have endured or witnessed sexual harassment while on the job. Many men have been victims of sexual harassment as well. You may have questions about what is and what is not… Read More »
60 Minutes: More Than 1,200 Parents Now Suing Social Media Companies For Harming Mental Health Of Their Children
On December 11th, 2022, 60 Minutes released an important story on the mental health lawsuits—now more than 1,200 nationwide—that parents of children and teenagers are filing against major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. We represent families in social media lawsuits. Here, our New York & New Jersey Meta lawsuit attorneys discuss… Read More »
