Alternatives to Pain Pills Often Denied by Insurance Companies
Its discerning that insurance companies often deny coverage for alternatives to strong pain pills when nerve simulators, biofeedback, acupuncture, cognitive therapy, prolotherapy and PRP are so widely available with tremendous results. Watch the NBC Nightly News Report here
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.
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 [...]
‘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.
Feeling Vulnerable? Orlando Police Department Offers Free Residential Security Surveys – Watch Video
Feeling vulnerable these days? Orlando Police Department is offering free on-site security surveys of your home to give you and your family tips on how to better secure your home from intruders. Watch the video here and call 407-246-2369.
Leaving the ‘Big Fish, Small Pond’ Mentality Behind
More challenging ponds allow you to exercise in ways small ponds never allow. Don't limit yourself and never say never. Learn more here.
Medicare Eligible? Open your Mail and Read it Carefully
A special Medicare provision called "seamless conversion," allows private health insurance companies to automatically enroll individuals who become eligible for Medicare. Some health insurance companies are automatically signing members of its non-Medicare insurance plans into their Medicare plans when they reach 65, the age of Medicare eligibility. You can opt out. Read [...]
