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For residents and snowbirds alike, the formula is simple: water = fun. Florida boasts miles of beaches on three sides of the state. According to VisitFlorida, preliminary figures show that in 2020, Florida received approximately 79.8 million visitors, not including residents. This was a 39.3% increase from 2019, attributable to the […]

No doubt about it: Being out on the water is fun. But also make no mistake: It can be dangerous, especially for kids. According to a 2020 Boating Accident Statistical Report, in 2020, 402 boating accidents involved collisions and 44% of those were due to the operator’s inattention or failure […]

While bicycle riders can take steps to reduce their risk on the road, they cannot avoid the dangers of riding in close proximity to motor vehicles entirely. Drivers share responsibility for avoiding collisions with cyclists and bike riders as well; and, when they make bad decisions or dangerous mistakes, they […]

NEW LEGISLATION PROPOSED BY CONGRESS THREATENS RIGHTS OF VICTIMS OF MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE, JEOPARDIZES RECOVERY A dangerous bill has been introduced in the 112th Congress (2011-2012) that seriously undermines Americans’ right to seek recovery for death or injury at the hands of negligent doctors or other health care providers. Disguised as […]

A patient diagnosed with thyroid problems filled a prescription for the drug levothyroxine. It was written by the doctor for 75 micrograms. It was dispensed at 25 micrograms. Months went by before the mistake was noticed. “Since this started, my hair has been brittle and falling out, my skin has […]

Why is it important to vote? Because it is an opportunity to change the future of the country. Voting is a privilege and a right, but, more aptly, it should be considered a duty — a responsibility every American should take seriously. Although it has been very different at during […]