Florida’s top ethics lawyer has delivered a legal blow to Glen Gilzean, the current Chair of the Florida Commission on Ethics. In a recently released opinion, Steven Zuilkowski, the general counsel for the Florida Ethics Commission, stated that Gilzean’s simultaneous roles contradict Florida state law. Specifically: Breakdown of Employment Gilzean’s involvement with the Ethics Commission…
On Thursday, a US District Judge named Allen Winsor, based in Tallahassee, Florida, turned down appeals to stop a disputed law. This law prevents people from certain countries, including China, from owning property in the state. The judge insisted that the law, which is based on issues of citizenship, does not appear to break the…
Patricia Krentcil, infamously dubbed as the “Tan Mom” following a controversial episode involving her young daughter at a tanning salon, has taken a dive into the political arena. The 55-year-old media sensation, originally from Nutley, New Jersey, has officially declared her intentions to run for the U.S. Senate in Florida, seeking to challenge the incumbent…
Richard Gonzmart, the fourth-generation owner of the historical Columbia Restaurant chain based in Tampa, is urging politicians to take a more nuanced stance on immigration. Recently, Gonzmart faced significant hurdles when federal immigration authorities discovered noncompliant work documents for 19 of his employees, forcing their termination. Historical Overview The restaurant chain has been an integral…
In today’s business environment, it is not enough to just claim customer orientation; it’s vital to demonstrate it. In the face of increasing competition, it’s essential to prioritize customers’ needs and experiences. Key Metrics Highlighting Customer Orientation Customer Loyalty: 74% of customers are loyal to specific brands, with 52% willing to go the extra mile…
Phil Ehr, a retired U.S. Navy commander with a 26-year military career, has officially announced his decision to run for the Senate against incumbent GOP Sen. Rick Scott. With the Democrats hoping to stage a comeback in the Sunshine State, Ehr’s announcement comes as a spark in a battleground that has seen a gradual Republican…
In an unsettling revelation for Florida’s tourism sector, several event organizers have chosen to pull out their planned conventions from the Sunshine State, leading to concerns about the future of this crucial industry. Organizers cite the recent wave of controversial policies instituted by Governor Ron DeSantis as the main cause behind these cancellations. Broward County,…
Florida, a state where thirteen percent of marriages end in divorce, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, has enacted new laws transforming the regulations around divorce and alimony payments. After years of deliberation, the new laws have shifted the landscape for divorcees in the state. End of Permanent Alimony The most significant change to the…
U.S. Chief District Judge Mark Walker, an Obama appointee, suspended a contentious election law from Florida on Monday. The law had instated limitations on voter registration groups and was criticized as the state’s “newest attack on voting rights.” Promulgated by Republican lawmakers and endorsed by Governor Ron DeSantis this spring, several legal complaints emerged against…
Chris Collins, the ex-Congressman from Western New York, is contemplating a return to the political arena in a bid for the House of Representatives in Florida. This comes after Collins’ criminal conviction for insider trading and subsequent pardon by former president Donald Trump. A Possible Comeback As Collins settles into his new life in Florida,…
