PTSD, First Responders, and Workers Compensation
PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) meet Florida’s worker’s comp laws. You’ll be spending a lot of time together in the future thanks to common sense
March 9, 2018
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Legal Opinionator
Former St. Pete City Council Candidate Faces Resisting Arrest Charge
A former candidate for City Council in St. Petersburg, Akile Anai, will be going to court later this month to face charges of disorderly conduct
March 8, 2018
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Ovarian Cancer and Talcum Powder
Ovarian cancer has been associated with talcum powder, particularly Johnson & Johnson’s brand Johnson’s Baby Powder for years now. While the science remains unclear and
March 7, 2018
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Due Process and Guns
Due process is a foundational part of the US legal system. It is found specifically in the Constitution, specifically, the fifth and fourteenth amendments. The
March 1, 2018
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Texting While Driving Bill Likely Not Going Anywhere
Texting while driving is dangerous. We have the experience and the facts to support this idea. It’s pretty much common sense, except in Tallahassee where
February 28, 2018
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Florida Legislature Examining Auto Insurance Overhaul
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) may be headed for the graveyard after being Florida law since the 1970’s. A new bill that’s gaining momentum in the
February 26, 2018
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Will Forcing People to Read a Marriage Guide Reduce Divorce?
Florida Republicans are proposing a bill that would mandate couples seeking to marry read a guide on marriage before they get hitched. HB 1323, which
February 22, 2018
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Children Shall Lead Us
In the wake of the Parkland tragedy, it’s our kids who are showing us the way. They aren’t tweeting “thoughts and prayers” but demanding something
February 21, 2018
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Pastor Says Girl He Sexually Abused Possessed by a Demon
Demon possession. That’s a new one. A Pasco pastor is defending himself against criminal sexual abuse allegations by claiming that the 17-year-old he stands accused
February 13, 2018
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Ask Gary Arrested for DUI
Dr. Gary Kompothecras, the chiropractor behind the ubiquitous “Ask Gary” tv ads, was arrested and charged with DUI in Manatee County after being clocked on
February 9, 2018
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