Greater federal cost-sharing credited
Florida scored a big win with the President’s recent visit to the Panhandle, with his announcement that the federal government’s cost sharing of Hurricane Michael recovery will increase from 75% to 90%. The Governor in the …
Timely advice, seminars as carriers prepare
While we await the Governor’s signature on Florida’s new Assignment of Benefits (AOB) reform legislation, we are hearing about and exploring ourselves the loopholes that may exist in the new bill and other ways …
The Florida legislative session ended May 4, and as I have done since I opened my firm over a decade ago, I hit the road to go see clients, colleagues, family, and friends along the highways and byways of our …
There are few American sporting events with the history and popularity of the Kentucky Derby. Its rich traditions surpass the Derby as simply a sporting contest; it has become a celebration of southern culture. Dating back to 1875, the derby …
South Florida public adjusting ring busted
A year-long joint insurance fraud investigation among state and local authorities resulted in the arrest last week of nine individuals and business owners identified as ring leaders in a South Florida-based public adjusting racket …
All indications a go for continued optimism
Consumer confidence among Floridians in April reached its highest level in 17 years, mirroring a similar national report. Floridians are more optimistic about the future, especially their personal financial situation. Also in the …
As goes experience, so goes perception
It was Benjamin Franklin who said “it takes many good deeds to build a good reputation and only one bad one to lose it.” It seems to hold true for the insurance industry in …
Some add, many reduce regulation
In addition to the insurance and related bills we’ve been closely following for you in our Bill Watch this legislative session, there are other important bills that impact Florida businesses and residents. From moving more …
Will Congress soon follow, as claims rise?
The Florida Legislature has approved $220 million in targeted Hurricane Michael recovery money to effected Panhandle communities above the $1.64 billion the state is already expected to spend this year. Meanwhile, there are …
Recap of Week 9 & End of Session
We started the 2019 legislation session nine weeks ago believing that this was the year – the year that consumers could finally get off defense and flex their offensive momentum using the …