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Last month, 18 attorneys general called for federal regulations for side-impact crash-tests for children's car seats. In addition to the regulated standards proposed, they are also demanding an improvement for specific labeling requirements for car seats. Specifically, concerns have been raised a...

After a brief stint of being put on administrative supervision by Florida's Office of Insurance Regulation (FLOIR), Gulfstream Property & Casualty Insurance Company announced this month that the temporary opportunity has been taken away. In a statement released by the company itself, it explained...

It's been more than a week since the Champlain Towers South building collapsed in Surfside, leaving 24 dead and many more unaccounted for. As time passes, officials struggle to make the next best move for recovery with added complications. Demolition of the Building Deemed Necessary Florida off...

One of the biggest industries hit during the COVID-19 pandemic has been that of food and entertainment. In a crisis that required social distancing, social gathering came to a stand still. In a state like Florida, where tourism is key, many struggled to uphold the normalcy of everyday life withou...

Florida motorists are likely to see a change in their required insurance in the near future. As of now, the state requires all drivers to have personal injury protection (PIP), but several lawmakers are unhappy with the current PIP law and the way an influx of third-party lawsuits have clogged up...

Children Fall Victim to Peloton Treadmill+ When the pandemic hit last year, many aspects of everyday life changed for everyone. One of those changes included how fitness enthusiasts continued their physical upkeep and health. Without normal access to gyms and in-person classes, an emphasis on h...

Florida recently passed CS/SB 72, Liability for Damages Relating to COVID-19, which will ultimately protect businesses, medical facilities, and nursing homes from COVID liability lawuits. With this legislation in place, it will now be much harder to sue for claims that are linked to COVID-19 and ...

Senate Bill 76 cleared its second senate committee, making it a stronger possibility that the proposed property insurance legislation becomes law. If it makes its way through, Florida homeowners can expect to see major changes to the way their insurer handles damaged roof claims. Additionally, at...

The beautiful skies in Florida make it easy to take up outdoor activities and hobbies. You won't have to look hard to find boat enthusiasts, avid surfers, or seasoned golfers. In addition to these hobbies, many in the area are licensed to fly their own small planes. However, like with any persona...

There are plenty of steps to take when involved in a car accident. Most people understand you should call the police, seek medical attention, and document as much evidence as you can. Generally, time is of the essence in these initial moments as you react to all that has just happened. However, s...

Losing a loved one is never easy, but it can be even more difficult to bear if the loss is sudden and unexpected. Unfortunately, this was the case for the family of Dawn Bajak who lost her life unexpectedly while exercising one morning in late November of last year. Right before sunrise on a Mond...

Treatment centers for substance abuse disorders are meant to be safe areas where patients can recover with the help of licensed professionals. An individual may spend days or months in a residential facility to receive the type of treatment that is best catered to his or her disorder. However, wi...

Residents in Florida are no stranger to heat or the many ways one can cool off at home. In addition to using the air conditioning inside your house, you probably also run your ceiling fans in each room. Some people even sleep better when they are able to turn on a ceiling fan. But, for some unluc...

Living in Florida comes with incredible perks. You can take your family to the beach regularly, enjoy professional spring training not far from home, and visit one of the many amusement parks the state has to offer. But, just like any other region, we have our own tradeoffs to accept. One of the ...

Local residents of the Summerwinds neighborhood are urging city officials to find a solution to a dangerous view obstruction coming out of their neighborhood and onto major traffic. Due to the obstructive positioning of the oncoming median and turning lane, drivers are suffering accidents on a re...

Hurricane Eta showed us record rainfall with two landfalls last week, but it is the widespread flooding many citizens are concerned about right now. Ten out of the first twelve days of November were brought on with heavy rainfall, and that water is now lingering. With only about two weeks left of...

The death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg last month left the Supreme Court with one seat open as the nation draws closely upon the November presidential election. President Donald Trump has nominated Amy Coney Barrett, his third nominee to the high court, and a final confirmation vote is expected to take...

Recently in Jupiter, a mom was frustrated to discover her auto insurance policy did not cover her son while he used his vehicle to deliver food for his job. The son is listed on the policy, but the insurer explained it is not their responsibility to cover an accident that happened while the vehic...

Getting into a car accident can be a huge headache for everyone involved. You have to sort out who is at fault, determine whose insurance company is going to cover damages, and find the time to deal with everything in between. Regardless of who caused the accident, both parties can easily find th...

The increase of protest activity has been felt nationwide this year. As the reasons to protest continue to vary, so do the reactions by local and state governments. Certain states have even started looking into their current protest laws to see if those laws are still relevant and effective for t...

Parents everywhere are eager to find new ways to provide both entertainment and physical activity for their children. One easy way to do this is to visit a local trampoline park. Though trampolines have been around for decades, the first trampoline park in the world was only just built in 2004 in...

Earlier this year, the Boy Scouts of America took a turn for a questionable future as it filed Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. With mounting allegations of sexual abuse, the effort to file bankruptcy is the organization's attempt to create the Victims Compensation Trust. The organization has already $150 ...

Almost two weeks have passed since Hurricane Sally ripped across Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Though the storm is long gone, the damage continues to reveal itself. Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) National Geodetic Survey (NGS) released aeria...

This year's pandemic has taken a toll on all of us. If you are a business owner, chances are you have felt that hit in a very specific way as business slowed down due to lock-downs and social distancing. To help with the loss of revenue, the federal Coronavirus Aid Relief and Security (CARES) Act...

As a homeowner with children, you will find yourself considering purchases you may have never considered before. Any well-seasoned parent will admit that it can be hard to keep kids entertained, but you get bonus points if you can find a way to do it outside where there is more room for running a...