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Monsanto, a subsidiary of Bayer, will pay a couple more than $2 billion in damages as a result of a recent California jury verdict. The verdict marks the third such decision against the company linking Roundup weed killer to cancer since the middle of 2018 and another entry in an ongoing litany of corporations putting…
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Social Security Income is an important part of retirement plans for many. Unfortunately, there is also well-founded concern that Social Security may run out and no longer be around when the time comes to make use of the benefit. So will Social Security run out of money? If so, when will it happen? Will Social…
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.8 percent increase to benefits for 2019, on Thursday. This is welcome news to the more than 62 million Americans who currently receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). According to the Social Security Administration’s press release, the 2.8 percent increase in 2019 is a cost-of-living adjustment…
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Florida drivers are responsible for the damage they cause when they are behind the wheel. Nowhere is this more true than in cases involving men and women driving under the influence (DUI) and hurting someone. When drivers ignore their commitment to be safe and responsible while driving, people get hurt. Those who hurt others due…
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A man in Trinity, Florida will have to repay $123,434.89 of workers compensation benefits in addition to serving five years in probation for defrauding the Department of Labor. District Judge James D. Whittemore handed down the sentence following a guilty plea on March 23rd, 2018 from Gary W. Rochevot. Following a work-related injury in 2004…
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Too many people have an impression of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients as freeloaders. And despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, the myth persists in American culture: SSDI recipients are freeloaders who are just trying to get something for nothing – scam the system. That is not true. In fact, it could not be…
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Trucks are incredibly important to the American economy, and the individuals who drive these large commercial vehicles play a vital role in transporting goods across the country. Due to the large size and heavy weight of these semi trucks and other types of commercial vehicles, it remains a priority for these Florida drivers to remain…
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If you are struggling with making ends meet due to a disability that prevents you from maintaining gainful employment, you might have already considered applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. But, did you know that there is a second government benefit offered by the Social Security Administration (SSA)? When individuals face life with a…
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Last week, we covered the story of the woman who was killed in a freak accident at Florida’s Miami Broward One Carnival. The woman was run over by a trailer as she reached for her cellphone while performing in the festivities. That post might have some people wondering if it is possible for those left…
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The investigation of a crash involving a Walt Disney World vehicle is underway. Florida Highway Patrol said the reason for the fatal accident is unclear. The person who might be able to provide troopers with an explanation was killed when her stopped car was struck by an airport transfer bus. Reports said the accident victim’s…
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