Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Could Police Mistakes Help Your Defense?
If you’re facing criminal charges, you know you’re in hot water! You could be facing some very stiff penalties in Florida depending on the charges. Now, more than ever, it is critical to have an experienced local criminal defense attorney working on your behalf. At The Law Office of Julia Kefalinos, our criminal defense… Read More »
Looking At Domestic Violence In A New Way
Survivors of domestic violence (DV) come from all backgrounds, religions, and races. They come from wealthy families and from those that are economically disadvantaged. The majority are female, but males are among the battered, as well. Survivors may be straight or LGBTQ+. Some abuse since they were small children, and consistently chose relationships that… Read More »
Medicare Users and Bankruptcy
Older Americans have Medicare, so medical costs shouldn’t be an issue pushing them into bankruptcy, right? Actually, while we’d hope for that to be the case, it often is not. Coverage Gaps Unfortunately, there have been plenty of gaps in Medicare coverage, leaving many elders with serious financial hardships following a medical emergency. Roughly… Read More »
Genealogy Testing Used to Solve Decades-Old Florida Cold Case
A murder case that had been going nowhere for 36 years has suddenly seen some promising developments. Michael Lapniewski, Jr. has been charged with the robbery and murder of Opal Well following he broke into her home back in 1987. While DNA was found at the scene of the crime all those years ago,… Read More »
Bankruptcy May Be A Better Solution Than You’d Imagine
Across the country, bankruptcy threatens families of all stripes. If you have creditors banging on your door and are getting fried by the stress, maybe filing for bankruptcy is a viable solution for you. The truth is, bankruptcy may not be nearly as intimidating a process as you think. Exemptions One frightening thing about… Read More »
Understanding the Process of Indictment Through Trump’s Case
There are those who are utterly disgusted by the fact that former President Trump was indicted, while others are joyously celebrating the news. Whichever side you’re on, you are likely curious as to what it means to be indicted. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg pursued charges by convening a grand jury, announced the indictment,… Read More »
Domestic Violence Has A Long History
Many believe that our society is becoming more violent as it ages. But the fact of the matter is that violence has been around since the dawn of time. Violence within families, too, has been well-documented in ancient societies, as well as modern ones, targeting all sorts of people, but primarily directed toward women… Read More »
The Down Low About Bankruptcy
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you already know that financial pressures can have a domino effect on your life. Not only are you stressed about the piles of bills; you dread answering the phone or opening the door, never knowing if it’s a bill collector there to hassle you. Crushing debt can… Read More »
Florida Probation
If you are one of the 146,000 individuals who have been sentenced to serving time on probation in the Sunshine State, you’re a lot better off than those who are stuck behind bars. Nonetheless, probation is not a free ride, and you will have to get used to a lot of rules, and to… Read More »
What Impact Does Christianity Have On Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence is everywhere. It impacts males and females, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, education level, or economic status. How about religion? Does it affect who suffers from domestic violence? The research reveals some interesting answers. Statistics on Domestic Violence Every minute of every day, 20 people experience physical abuse at the hands… Read More »