Big Tobacco Slapped with $6.4 Million Verdict, $0 in Punitive Damages
The question of addiction was at the heart of Prentice v. R.J. Reynolds, 2008-CA-000386 where a jury returned a verdict of $6.4 million to the family of a Florida smoker who died of emphysema. No money was awarded for punitive damages against R.J. Reynolds. Read more here.
You’ve Got Mail: Misconceptions about Email Delivery
Have you, your staff, or a client ever sent an important email that the recipient claimed he or she did not receive? Understanding the common misconceptions about email delivery, i.e. 'read receipt' and 'delivery receipt' notifications, will help your business. It will also reinforce the importance of follow-up. Read more here.
Hurricane Matthew Damage Assessment for Orange County
Based on an email from Rick Singh, Orange County Property Appraiser, the rough estimate of total damage inflicted by Hurricane Matthew is assessed at approximately $552,129.00 (subject to change). If you have any questions or concerns about property damage, you can contact the OCPA at (407) 836-5044.
Florida Approves 14.5% Workers’ Comp Rate Hike in Response to Court Rulings
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) has given contingent approval for an overall statewide workers’ compensation rate increase of 14.5 percent to take effect Dec. 1, 2016. The rate increase is in response to two recent Supreme Court rulings undoing reforms passed in 2003 and rocking the state’s workers’ compensation [...]
Dealing with Your Insurance Carrier in the Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew – Practice Tip
Hurricane Matthew threatens Florida and its effects will be felt far beyond the eye of the storm, including potential impact to buildings and structures by devastating wind, rain, storm surges, snapped or uprooted trees, roadway signs and large airborne projectiles. Regardless of whether you OWN or RENT, take pictures and/or video [...]
The Disturbing Rise in Traffic Deaths in the First Half of 2016
Experts say that self-driving vehicles drive more safely than humans, a theory contradicted when several Tesla Model S vehicles crashed this year while in autonomous driving mode. The number of roadway deaths spiked by 10% in the first half of 2016. Read on here.
‘Quiet on the Set’ with Johan Hernandez
A very special 'thank you' goes out to our photographer and videographer, Johan Hernandez @ Media Mercy, for producing distinctive visual material consistent with our unique brand and mission. You are a true professional with a "sure shot." You can browse more works and connect with Johan here.
A Growing Industry: Insurance for Shooting Someone in Self-Defense
Programs like U.S. Law Shield promise to defend gun owners for free if they shoot someone in self-defense. Click here to read more.
