Blog: Safety

Jun 23, 2022

Floridians know better than most how quickly the weather can change. One moment it can be clear and a moment later it can be storming. Along with these seemingly constant weather fluctuations being incredibly inconvenient, they also put drivers at the risk of experiencing a sudden weather shift while on the road. Whether we see the rain coming or if it hits us by surprise, what matters most is how we react as drivers. Though...

What is a Patient Bill of Rights?

Jul 27, 2021

Did you know that the first Patient Bill of Rights was drafted by the The Patient Bill of Rights in the Affordable Care Act has three major goals: 1. To help patients feel more confident in the US healthcare system, the Bill of Rights helps assure that the health care system is fair and it works to meet patients’ needs, gives patients a way to address any problems they may have, and...

6 Tips for Pet Fire Safety In Your Home

Jul 14, 2021

National Pet Fire Safety Day With all of us finally seeing the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, parties are being scheduled, people are traveling, and the world seems to be moving again. While this is great news, it also means that pets will again be spending time alone at home. Did you know that half a million pets are affected by fires every year in the United States? In some cases,...

Post Covid Tips to Help Recognize and Prevent Human Trafficking

Jul 6, 2021

Did you know that the Covid-19 pandemic saw an increase in human trafficking, including child trafficking, for many reasons? While human trafficking has been complicated for decades due to technology, which often increases the ability of traffickers to prey on the most vulnerable in our society, the economic difficulties faced by families worldwide due to the pandemic further exacerbated the problem. Many children and young adults with families in need of money fell prey to...

Kids Enrolled in Different Summer Camps? Be Sure to Read the Covid Rules

Jun 23, 2021

Are your kids enrolled in different summer camps? After a year of social distancing and isolation, many children, and their parents, may be especially looking forward to summer camp this year. The pandemic, however, is not yet over, and children under 12 cannot be vaccinated yet, so summer camp is not likely to look like it did in 2019. Some states have not yet released guidance for camps, and after the CDC’s guidance in...

4 Safety Tips to Celebrate Safely This July 4th Weekend

Jun 22, 2021

Are you looking forward to summer celebrations such as the Fourth of July fireworks? Fourth of July can be a fun tradition, but it can be important to think about staying safe. Let us review 4 tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe this year. 1. Obey local laws. If fireworks are illegal where you live, avoid using them. Even if they are legal in your area, keep fireworks away from...

3 Ways To Protect Yourself If Injured At A Backyard Barbeque

Jun 15, 2021

Can you believe summertime and barbeque season is finally here? In Florida, where it can feel like summer all year round, backyard barbeques are commonplace. Although most of the time these barbeques and outdoor parties go off without a hitch, First, try to be aware of your surroundings at all times and take proper precautions to prevent injuries. If you are hosting the barbeque, make efforts to ensure your property is safe and...

3 Ways a Personal Injury Attorney Can Protect You After Sustaining a Brain Injury

Jun 9, 2021

Did you know over five million people in the United States live with a brain injury related disability and almost three million people per year suffer a brain injury? Personal injury attorneys can play an important role in both protecting brain injury victims and preventing many people from ever becoming a Assist you in obtaining treatment from a brain injury specialist. One of the unfortunate things a person with a brain injury often...

What You May Need to Know About Florida Senate Bill 54

Jun 1, 2021

Florida has traditionally had a no-fault insurance system called 1. Senate Bill 54 Repeals PIP. The intent of PIP was to make payments for medical costs quicker by having each driver’s own insurer cover the costs, rather than forcing an injured party to wait until they were able to go through the court system to determine if the other party was “at fault” in an accident and thus required to pay for the...

3 Ways To Help Fight Human Trafficking In Honor Of National Missing Children’s Day

May 27, 2021

National Missing Children’s Day is coming up on May 25th. Did you know that many missing children, about 26,500 according to the 1. Watch for signs. Learn about the multiple signs and indications that someone may be either a victim of human trafficking or may be engaging in human trafficking. Educate yourself, your children, and your family and friends on these issues so that they can be alert to them as well throughout...