CLIMATE REPORT RELEASED The Fourth National Climate Assessment warns that humans must take action now “to avoid substantial damages to the U.S. economy, environment, and human health and well-being over the coming decades.” The 1,000-page report looks at how climate change is already disrupting life with more hurricanes, wildfires, heat waves and other disasters. Rising Read more about Issues of Interest[…]
Governor Scott Appointments: Board of Optometry Reappointed were John Griffin, Tallahassee, a retired attorney; and Dr. Katie Spear, Pensacola, a practicing optometrist. Broward County Supervisor of Elections Suspended was Supervisor of Elections Brenda Snipes. Appointed as her replacement was Pete Antonacci, the president and CEO of Enterprise Florida. Commission on Community Service Ten reappointments and one appointment were Read more about Movers and Shakers[…]
CRUISE SHIP FALL There have been numerous reports concerning the increase in passenger falls from cruise ships into the ocean. A federal jury has ruled against Royal Caribbean in a case involving a Nebraska family’s lawsuit against the cruise line for such an event. The jury determined there was no liability for the ship’s owners. MORGAN Read more about Legal Updates[…]
FACEBOOK FRIEND The Florida Supreme Court has refused to reconsider its previous ruling that a Facebook friendship between a judge and an attorney who is appearing before the judge does not call for an immediate recusal. STAND YOUR GROUND The Florida Supreme Court has clarified this law and ruled that law enforcement officers are eligible for Stand Read more about Legal Updates[…]
ALZHEIMER’S GRANT FUNDING Thirty projects will receive a total of $4.8 million to support research leading to the prevention and possible cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Funding is provided through the Ed and Ethel Moore Alzheimer’s Disease Research Program. More information about the grants and the grant recipients may be found here. MEDICAID The federal government approved the Read more about Issues of Interest[…]