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- Save Early for Disaster Costs this National Preparedness Month
Sep 3, 2019
This month is meant to highlight the importance of emergency planning for families and the community. This year’s theme is Prepared, Not Scared. As we approach the middle of the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season, many of us remember the devastating impact that last hurricane season brought to the Florida Panhandle. In October 2018, Hurricane Michael’s 155 m.p.h. winds caused catastrophic damage. Despite prior warnings, many were unprepared, physically, emotionally, and financially. This hurricane season,...Read More - Tips I Should Tell My College Age Child When Driving an E-Scooter
Sep 2, 2019
Have you noticed the recent influx of electric scooters around Tallahassee? In July, approximately 1,000 e-scooters appeared on Tallahassee streets, marking the start of a three-month pilot program. This program aims to determine whether e-scooters are the right fit for Florida’s capital city, however, the presence of the scooters has raised some concerns, particularly when it comes to safety. When it comes to your college age children, we know that their safety is of the...Read More - Back-To-School Safety Tips
Aug 26, 2019
As summer comes to an end and children head back to school for another year, we know that preparing for the year ahead can be stressful. There are many factors to consider and plan for, and your child’s safety is one of them. To help keep your children safe and protected this upcoming school year, let us share with you a few back-to-school safety tips. First, if your child has specific needs, whether physical,...Read More - Let’s Say Congratulations to Ryan Hobbs – A Super Lawyer Rising Star!
Aug 19, 2019
We are pleased to share that our very own attorney Ryan Hobbs has been He is a Top Rated Employment & Labor Attorney right here in Tallahassee. According to “Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process...Read More - Congratulations to Scott Gwartney – A 2019 Super Lawyer!
Aug 12, 2019
As a top-rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in Tallahassee, Florida The results of Mr. Gwartney’s experience and efforts on behalf of the elderly speaks volumes about his expertise and dedication. For example, his work on behalf of his clients has led to numerous verdicts and settlements of $1 million or more across the southeast. He has been recognized as among the Nation’s Top One Percent, and in Florida as one of the Top 100 Trial...Read More - 5 Fine-Print Items to Watch for When Looking for a Medical Alert System
Aug 12, 2019
Medical alert systems are life-saving technologies that have helped countless people in emergency situations. What you may not realize, however, is that not all medical alert companies are the same. As we consider the safety precautions we need in our daily lives this National Medical Alert System Month, let us share five fine-print items to look for when evaluating which company might best serve your needs. Even if a medical alert company doesn’t require...Read More - Congratulations to Dean R. LeBoeuf – A 2019 Super Lawyer!
Aug 6, 2019
Did you know our very own Dean LeBoeuf has been named to the 2019 Florida Super Lawyers list as a top-rated Personal Injury Attorney in Tallahassee, Florida? If you haven’t yet had the opportunity to meet our managing partner here at Brooks, LeBoeuf, Foster, Gwartney, & Hobbs P.A., we encourage you to take a minute to do so today. Dean’s practice focuses on complicated civil litigation involving personal injury and all wrongful death matters, including...Read More - What You Need to Know About Nursing Home Injuries and Deaths
Aug 5, 2019
Placing your senior loved one in a long-term care or assisted living facility can be an overwhelming and challenging experience. During this difficult time, it is important that you are assured he or she will be well-taken care of. While most skilled nursing home facilities and assisted living facilities provide quality care to their residents, sadly, this is not always the case. Unfortunately, there can be problems that harm your elder or disabled loved one...Read More - Tips You Need This National Heatstroke Prevention Day
Jul 29, 2019
Did you know that vehicular-related heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash related fatalities for children 14 and younger? we are joining millions of Americans in bringing awareness to this important issue. Many people think that heatstroke only occurs after exposure to extreme heat for a long period of time. While this can be true, heatstroke can happen to anyone at any time, particularly in a vehicle. To help educate you about this...Read More - Did You Know The American Red Cross Has Resources Available For You?
Jul 22, 2019
Many of us have seen or experienced the devastating aftermath of hurricanes in Florida. Unfortunately, these negative effects tend to be worse through a lack of preparation ahead of time. As hurricane season gears up and you start to prepare to protect yourself and your loved ones, we want to share with you a few resources that you may not be aware the American Red Cross offers. Emergency Preparedness Kits While preparing for...Read More