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Allegations Regarding Widespread Boy Scout Sexual Abuse Coming to Light
For generations, the Boy Scouts of America has been seen by almost everyone as the gold standard for youth-oriented clubs and activities. The organization taught young boys critically important values such as survival, teamwork and respect for each other and authority. Unfortunately, it now seems that reports are beginning to leak regarding alleged Boy Scout [...]
State Probe on Florida Nursing Home Abuse Leads to 10 Shutdowns
31. October 2011
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In recent months, the state has come under some scrutiny for its perceived lack of enforcement on the nursing home and assisted living facility regulation. Partially in response to the growing public outcry, the state launched an intensive sweep of investigations and reviews of assisted living centers around Florida, and the results were surprising for [...]
Boy Struck and Seriously Injured in Pembroke Park Hit-and-Run Accident
28. October 2011
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People who get behind the wheel of a vehicle need to be aware of anyone near them who may be traveling on foot. This is particularly true of children, as they may not and often do not have the same level of understanding of the realities of traffic as adults. While the circumstances of the [...]
Man Arrested After Fatal Hollywood Hit-and-Run Accident
27. October 2011
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When someone is involved in a Florida pedestrian accident and someone is injured or killed, that driver is required by law to remain on the scene of the crash. If the driver flees, his or her legal problems only multiply if or when that person is apprehended. Tragically, a woman was killed on Monday in [...]
Teen Succumbs to Injuries Suffered in Pembroke Pines Pedestrian Accident
26. October 2011
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Anyone who drives near a school early in the morning or early in the afternoon needs to be aware of the possibility that there will be pedestrians in the area, even if intersections near the building do not have crosswalks and the speed limit is not what it would normally be in a school zone. [...]
Number of Fatalities Resuting from Florida DUI Accidents Rank State a Dubious Third in the United States
14. October 2011
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For many years, billions of dollars have been spend around the United States by government entities, private organizations and even concerned individuals in an attempt to curb the always dangerous practice of drinking and driving. While these efforts have no doubt had a positive effect, the unfortunate reality is that this reckless behavior continues. This [...]
Youth Drug Counselor Arrested on Allegations of Florida Sexual Abuse
13. October 2011
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When young people encounter substance abuse problems and run afoul of the law, the state provides different programs for them to work through these issues so that they can put these problems in the past and move on with their lives. Unfortunately, there are terrible situations that have arisen with these programs in the past, [...]
Two Bills Filed in State Legislature That Would Ban Texting While Driving
12. October 2011
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In recent years, several jurisdictions around the United States have taken notice of the dangers associated with sending text messages while driving and have banned that practice. To date, Florida has not enacted such a law on a state-wide basis, but that could be in the process of changing as two similar bills were proposed [...]
Woman Killed, Man Badly Injured in Hollywood Car Accident
10. October 2011
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Drivers who have experience behind the wheel tend to acquire an innate ability over time to anticipate mistakes that are made by other motorists and to avoid collisions as a result. However, there are certain mistakes that are made that no one could foresee, such as when a driver suddenly loses control of a vehicle [...]
One Killed, Four Injured in St. Lucie County SUV Rollover Accident
26. September 2011
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SUV’s are vehicles that are marketed to the public as safe, durable and comfortable. For many years, these models were the best selling vehicles in the United States for these reasons. Unfortunately, there are problems that can arise when someone behind the wheel of an SUV makes a mistake. Tragically, it appears that such a [...]
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1. November 2011
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