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- What is Human Trafficking?
Jun 17, 2019
Did you know that approximately 40.3 million people around the world are being trafficked? You may have noticed the words What is human trafficking? Article 3, paragraph (a) of the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons What are some warning signs that someone is a trafficking victim? No two trafficking victims are alike, however, there are some notable What resources...Read More - Why Buy Uninsured Motorist Coverage?
Jun 13, 2019
By: Matthew Foster I quickly realized that fact when I began handling personal injury cases 25 years ago. Numerous people came into my office in situations where some uninsured driver ran a stop sign or was driving recklessly, causing them injuries ranging from broken bones to the death of a family member. Unfortunately, many of these people had no real remedy because they had not purchased uninsured motorist coverage. This happened even when my...Read More - Issues in Long-Term Care
Jun 12, 2019
By: Scott Gwartney Her request was familiar: My mother is no longer able to live in my home, and needs long-term care. How do I go about searching for the best place to meet her needs? She wanted to keep her mother safe, and it was implicit that she didn’t want to need my services after there was a disaster. She wanted to do all she could to prevent a disaster that needed legal...Read More - Ways You Can Help Aging Loved Ones Prevent Elder Abuse This National World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Jun 10, 2019
Did you know that Elder abuse is not limited in scope to America. It is an epidemic that impacts seniors across the world. This is a month long celebration with a specific outreach, education, and focus centering around June 15th. As a local community here in Tallahassee, what can we do to protect aging loved ones? For many of us our parents and grandparents live alone or, based on their care...Read More - How to be Safe at Summer Camp
Jun 4, 2019
The summer months are just around the corner, and for many, this means that children will be out of school and attending summer camp. As you work hard to ensure your children have a busy and fun summer, it is equally as important to make sure your children are safe and protected during their summer activities. First, we encourage you to ensure that your child’s summer camp has a detailed history of your child’s...Read More - Important Tips and Suggestions for National Safety Month 2019
Jun 3, 2019
This is a month-long celebration that began in 1996, and continues every year to promote the importance of safety. One of the goals is to raise awareness about safety culture in the workplace, on the road, at home, and across communities. The event is organized by the This year, Let us explore in our article what each of these topics means to you so that you may be better...Read More - Facts About Trauma Awareness Month
May 28, 2019
Did you know that trauma is the leading cause of death from those aged Unfortunately, trauma can be caused by a wide variety of injuries and violence, and those affected can have serious, long-lasting effects. To help better inform you about the impact of trauma in the United States, let us share with you a few facts about trauma this Trauma Awareness Month. How prevalent is trauma in the United States? ...Read More - What You Need to Know This National Foster Care Month
May 27, 2019
Research What is National Foster Care Month? National Foster Care Month is recognized every May as a way to keep the needs of youth in foster care prevalent in the minds of the public. How do I get involved? There are many different ways to participate in National Foster Care Month. One of the best ways is by volunteering your time to support youth in need. This can...Read More - The Importance of Mental HealthThis May, we are recognizing National Mental Health Month by raising awareness about the importance of mental health treatment, support, and services for those who are affected by a mental illness.
May 21, 2019
Did you know that one in five people will be affected by mental illness in their lifetime? This statistic may surprise you, but it shows just how important mental health is to each and every one of us. To better inform you about the importance of speaking up about mental health struggles, let us share with you some information and resources that you, or a person you love, can take advantage of if needed...Read More - Tips to Know This National Safe Boating Week
May 20, 2019
Did you know that To help better inform you about the importance of taking proper safety cautions when boating, we want to share with you some important safety tips. 1. Always wear a life jacket. We know how easy it can be to not wear a life jacket while out on the water. On a day when the weather is particularly beautiful, covering up with a life jacket may not be...Read More