Driving with children in the car is never an easy task. Depending on their age, they may lose things, cry or argue. For parents, children are a form of distracted driving and youngsters don’t understand the potential dangers associated with…
New legislation went into effect in Florida on Oct. 1, 2023. It prohibits cities, communities, counties, and other governmental units from banning dogs according to their weight, size or breed. The law doesn’t affect homeowners, private landlords, home associations (HOAs),…
Thanksgiving and Christmas is right around the corner and many people will find themselves sharing time with family. Everyone knows that a tranquil holiday means not talking about politics, religion or money. To avoid conflicts, there’s another topic you shouldn’t…
The type of car you drive can be at extreme risk of being stolen. Many vehicles end up in chop shops where they’re disassembled and sold piece by piece. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named the following vehicles as…
The risk of a home fire increases substantially during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season. Approximately 156,000 home fires occur across the U.S. during this time. The fires account for 2,600 injuries, 960 fatalities, and $936 million in property damage…
An increasing number of South Florida residents are choosing to ditch car ownership and driving themselves in favor of a chauffeured experience with a rideshare service. Many assume it’s the elderly that make the most use of rideshares, but young…
Insurance companies in the Sunshine State have bemoaned their lack of profitability for decades. Companies cite the increasing number and severity of hurricanes, along with the cost of fighting fraudulent claims in court as major factors. However, the year has…
An increase in the number of hurricanes and their severity resulted in higher costs for insurers, prompting many companies to cancel homeowner policies, declaring insolvency, claiming bankruptcy, or leaving the state. Some new insurers have been approved by the state’s…
For many South Florida residents, decorating for the holidays includes dressing up their vehicles. It’s not illegal to trick out your car in Christmas splendor. However, before decking out your car or truck, be aware that there are some laws…
The majority of people rely on their home, renter’s or auto policy to protect them from crime and damage on Halloween. However, some people believe they need extra protection for the truly unexpected. If you’re worried about a zombie apocalypse,…