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- How Older Americans Can Protect Themselves When Driving This May
May 16, 2018
As we age, it can become increasingly more difficult to drive. There are both mental and physical impairments that affect us. Unfortunately, research studies from the AARP tell us that seniors are specifically impacted by conditions including the worsening of eyesight, slower reaction times and loss of hearing. Physical impairments like these can reduce our ability to react timely to sudden situations. While all of these can certainly be the cause of...Read More - Tips for Saying Thank You to Mom on Mother’s Day
May 11, 2018
Moms are incredible. Our moms raise children, excel in their careers, maintain the household and keep food on the table, all while making it look effortless. Moms teach us everything we know and are incredibly selfless, kind-hearted and patient. How should we say “thank you” this Mother’s Day? In light of all our moms do for us, it may seem impossible to truly show your appreciation and gratitude. Let us share a...Read More - What is National Origin Discrimination?
May 9, 2018
National Origin Discrimination National origin discrimination is found when a job applicant or employee is treated unfavorably because they “are from a particular country or part of the world, because of ethnicity or accent, or because they appear to be of a certain ethnic background (even if they are not),” according to the Examples of National Origin Discrimination Discrimination can also be based on more than just the employee. It can...Read More - Why We Love Our Staff! (Happy Administrative Assistant Appreciation Week)
Apr 25, 2018
Every day, administrative assistants keep companies and offices afloat. These individuals work tirelessly to provide businesses with organization, communication and administration. While often administrative assistants and secretaries receive little credit for their work, they truly are the backbones of businesses like ours. Each April, during the last week, we celebrate Administrative Assistant Appreciation Week. This week highlights the important role all administrative professionals in all sectors of the modern economy worldwide have...Read More - Is Drowsy Driving as Dangerous as Drunk Driving?
Mar 21, 2018
Driving while drowsy is extremely dangerous. While most people are aware of the dangers of driving while intoxicated, many people tend to overlook how serious drowsy driving can be. Even without consuming alcohol, you can become a risk to yourself and others. This type of driving occurs more frequently than you may expect. For example, imagine you are in the final stretch of a long car ride home. Rather than pulling into...Read More - Tips for Building Culture in the Workplace
Mar 14, 2018
Regardless of how big a company is, where it is located or its purpose, every company needs to build a thriving culture. You may have heard this from Millennials and younger professionals as it is one of the latest workplace trends valued above others by job seekers. Although building culture in the workplace may seem like a trend itself, a positive workplace culture can be one of the essential keys to creating a better team...Read More - 3 Tips to Protect Your Children from Human Trafficking
Mar 9, 2018
While it is not something many people talk about openly, These are startling numbers. What can you do as a parent to protect your children from human trafficking? Let us share three key tips with you today. 1. Make sure your children are supervised. Human traffickers typically frequent malls, movie theaters, bowling alleys, parks and around school grounds. Basically, anywhere that a child or teenager...Read More - Responsible and Smart Auto Insurance Matters to Floridians
Mar 2, 2018
Matthew Foster has been lobbying for responsible and smart auto insurance in the state of Florida. Matthew Foster is a shareholder at the Tallahassee law firm of Brooks, LeBoeuf, Bennett, Foster & Gwartney, P. A. What you may not know, however, is Mr. Foster is also on the Board of Directors for the Florida Justice Association. The Florida Justice Association is “is dedicated to strengthening and upholding Florida’s civil justice system and...Read More - How We Are Helping Our Clients in Dram Shop Act Cases
Feb 27, 2018
Do you know what the Florida dram shop law is? In dram shop act cases, bars and restaurants can be held accountable when they serve minors alcohol or serve known alcoholics. Let our “I have the true privilege of representing Mr. J.D. Having moved to Florida for partial retirement, Mr. J.D. was run over from behind by a drunk driver whose blood alcohol was three times the legal limit. The huge multi-state personal...Read More - It’s Your Right to Say NO on a Date
Feb 23, 2018
Dates are exciting. Whether it is your first date with someone you have recently met or a few months in with your ‘dream partner,’ dating is a fun and exciting time in many of our lives. Sometimes, however, dates can turn out differently than you originally expected. If your date or partner assumes you are ready to do something that you are not or makes unwanted sexual advances on you, know this: it is your...Read More