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  • Florida Supreme Court Rules Crime Victims’ Identities Can Be Disclosed

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    1. Marsy’s Law in Florida provides crime victims with the constitutional right to privacy regarding records that could be used to locate or harass them or disclose confidential information. 2. There were ambiguities and uncertainties in the law, including whether on-duty law enforcement officers could invoke the privacy protections if they were crime victims. 3.…

  • Why Auto Accidents Happen in Florida

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    1. Speeding is a major cause of road accidents in Florida, often leading to severe crashes. 2. Distracted driving, especially texting while driving, remains a leading reason for many crashes in the state. 3. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs leads to 30% of car accidents in Florida, resulting in severe injuries or…

  • Florida Governor Expands Workers’ Compensation for First Responders

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    1. First responders in Florida, including firefighters and police officers, who suffer from PTSD will now be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits starting October 1, 2018. 2. The legislation was pushed for by three Central Florida first responders who were at the Pulse shooting in 2016 and is also a priority for Chief Financial Officer…

  • New Law Alert: What High School Students Should Know about the Corporate Transparency Act

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    – The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires certain business entities to file information on their beneficial owners with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). – The information filed will not be publicly available, but FinCEN can disclose it to certain agencies and entities. – Persons involved in the formation of reporting companies, referred to as…

  • Is Your Business at Risk of Data Security Breaches?

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    – 58% of data security breaches in 2022 targeted businesses with less than 1,000 employees. – The average cost of a data breach in the US was $9.48 million in 2023. – Data breaches can lead to extensive expenses for companies, including legal support, forensics, data recovery assistance, and public relations support. – Customers affected…

  • What To Look For in Witness Statements After a Car Accident

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    – At-fault driver was on his cellphone at the time of the crash. – At-fault driver had ingested illicit drugs minutes before the collision. – A driver hid containers of alcohol near the scene of the crash. https://www.wilkesmee.com/insights/pay-attention-to-witness-statements-after-a-car-accident

  • Changes to Florida Laws for Neighborhood and Condo Associations

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    1. Florida Governor DeSantis signed several proposed bills into law that affect community association governance. 2. The new laws address issues involving emotional support animals, fireworks, and law enforcement vehicles in community associations. 3. Community associations in Florida need to ensure their operations comply with the new legislative changes for 2020. 1. SB 1084 amended…