by Jim Saunders - News Service of Florida | Jun 6, 2023
Florida has joined a federal lawsuit with nine other states against the overhaul of the National Flood Insurance Program, claiming the new system is flawed and will increase premiums for property owners. The lawsuit challenges the new system, called “Risk Rating...
by Brian Burgess | May 28, 2023
Well, that’s it. Ron DeSantis can’t be president. His campaign lasted less than an hour, ended abruptly by a technical glitch on Twitter. Don’t take my word for it, just listen to former Republican-turned-media-darling Mac Stipanovich, who declared...
by Brian Burgess | May 23, 2023
Despite its reputation for high-profile disasters, Florida ranks just 26th nationally in the total number of federally declared disasters from 2011 to 2021 While Florida experiences fewer disasters overall, the size of its storms results in substantial financial...
by Brian Burgess | May 10, 2023
The 2023 legislative session in Florida has come to an end, leaving a range of unresolved issues, such as property insurance reform, alimony alterations, electric vehicle taxation, “Big Tech” crackdown, abortion, and recreational marijuana. It will be...
by Brian Burgess | May 4, 2023
Florida’s House of Representatives unanimously passed Senate Bill 7052, aimed at increasing insurer accountability and strengthening consumer protections following Hurricane Ian. The legislation requires proper claims handling practices, increases regulatory...
by Brian Burgess | Apr 27, 2023
The Florida Senate approved a bill aimed at enhancing consumer protection and increasing insurer accountability in the state, addressing insurance coverage, rates, and claims handling. The bill provides a balance between insurers and policyholders, ensuring access to...
