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Law
fromMoneywise
1 day ago

Towing scams are surging across the U.S. - and one NYC case shows just how brazen these companies have become

Clutch Towing in Brooklyn continues to operate despite a settlement for overcharging customers, leaving victims like Michael Medved with hefty fees.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Pam Bondi May Be Out Of A Job... But That's Even More Reason To Take Her License - Above the Law

Trump's loyalty is one-sided, as shown by Pam Bondi's experience and the consequences of her actions in the Justice Department.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi Was Memed Out of a Job

Trump has officially fired attorney general Pam Bondi amid ongoing chaos in his administration, marking another significant staffing change.
#privacy
Privacy professionals
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Oklahoma SB546: New Data Privacy Law Gives Consumers Control

Oklahoma's SB546 enhances residents' control over personal data, allowing access, deletion requests, and opt-outs for targeted advertising and data sales.
Miami food
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Lawsuit Filed Minutes After DeSantis Signs Florida's Version of SAVE Act, Says Bill Targets a Fictional Threat'

Mark Elias filed a lawsuit against Florida's HB 991, citing First and Fourteenth Amendment violations related to voter registration and identification requirements.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

T-Mobile Sets the Record Straight on Latest Data Breach Filing

T-Mobile confirmed a data breach was caused by an insider incident affecting only one account with limited information exposed.
Deliverability
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

5 sales sequences that drive higher response rates

Cold emails have a 0.9% response rate; effective sales sequences increase engagement through targeted, timely outreach.
California
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Elderly victim lured into car, robbed of life savings in sick lottery scam

An elderly woman was robbed of $45,000 in a lottery scam targeting seniors in Santa Ana.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds

New laws will simplify subscription cancellations and refunds, potentially saving consumers nearly £170 annually.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Rocket Companies moves to dismiss RESPA lawsuit

Rocket Companies contends that the plaintiffs failed to plead injury, a qualifying referral, a thing of value, or an agreement, which are essential for their claims under RESPA.
Boston real estate
#illegal-gambling
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

California bills target condo deposits and defect liability

California lawmakers are considering bills to reduce barriers for condominium construction, addressing deposit limits and construction defect liability.
#scam
NYC politics
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn Drivers Slammed With Scam 'Enforcement Action' Texts, NYPD Warns

Brooklyn drivers are targeted by a scam text claiming enforcement action, urging immediate payment to avoid penalties.
NYC politics
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn Drivers Slammed With Scam 'Enforcement Action' Texts, NYPD Warns

Brooklyn drivers are targeted by a scam text claiming enforcement action, urging immediate payment to avoid penalties.
#relocation
fromMoneywise
5 days ago
Miami

58-year-old left NYC for Miami looking for tax savings. But he found an even bigger win: early retirement

fromMoneywise
6 days ago
Miami

Can Florida tax savings fund your retirement? The real math behind moving from NYC to Miami for lower taxes and housing

Miami
fromMoneywise
5 days ago

58-year-old left NYC for Miami looking for tax savings. But he found an even bigger win: early retirement

Scott Scovel's move from NYC to Miami allowed him to retire earlier due to lower housing costs and no state income tax.
Miami
fromMoneywise
6 days ago

Can Florida tax savings fund your retirement? The real math behind moving from NYC to Miami for lower taxes and housing

Scott Scovel's move from NYC to Miami allowed him to retire earlier due to lower housing costs and no state income tax.
SF real estate
fromFast Company
6 days ago

What inventory signals about Florida's housing market correction

Florida's housing market is vulnerable due to significant price increases during the Pandemic Housing Boom and recent shifts in supply-demand dynamics.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

5 moments that defined Pam Bondi's AG tenure

Pam Bondi's exit follows criticism from both parties, with her handling of the Epstein files drawing significant scrutiny.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

5 Most Insane Moments From Pam Bondi's Tenure as AG

Pam Bondi's ouster as attorney general received positive reactions, highlighting her controversial tenure and mishandling of the Epstein files.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Thank goodness Pam Bondi's abhorrent tenure as AG is over

Pam Bondi's tenure as Florida's Attorney General was marked by her aggressive opposition to LGBTQ+ rights and her controversial handling of legal matters.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Surprisingly Hopeful Lesson From Pam Bondi's Failed Tenure at DOJ

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended due to her failure to effectively execute Trump's vindictive agenda, despite her efforts to corrupt the DOJ.
US politics
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi

Pam Bondi is out as attorney general, ending her controversial tenure marked by politicization and turmoil within the Justice Department.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Trump removes Attorney General Pam Bondi

Pam Bondi is leaving her position as Attorney General amid criticism over her handling of Jeffrey Epstein's investigative files.
US politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

5 moments that defined Pam Bondi's AG tenure

Pam Bondi's exit follows criticism from both parties, with her handling of the Epstein files drawing significant scrutiny.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

5 Most Insane Moments From Pam Bondi's Tenure as AG

Pam Bondi's ouster as attorney general received positive reactions, highlighting her controversial tenure and mishandling of the Epstein files.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 days ago

Legal services provider 8am and NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers announce partnership

8am partners with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, gaining naming rights for a premium lounge at Raymond James Stadium.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

House panel finds Florida Democrat guilty of ethics violations

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces potential expulsion after the House Ethics Committee found evidence of multiple rule violations related to campaign funding.
#florida
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
SF LGBT

Florida cut HIV funding for thousands. It just passed a law to bring it back through June. - LGBTQ Nation

Miami food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Officials at Florida's Alligator Alcatraz' must give attorneys access to clients, judge rules

Florida's immigration jail must improve attorney access to detained clients, allowing unmonitored calls and unannounced visits.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
SF LGBT

Florida cut HIV funding for thousands. It just passed a law to bring it back through June. - LGBTQ Nation

Miami food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Officials at Florida's Alligator Alcatraz' must give attorneys access to clients, judge rules

Florida's immigration jail must improve attorney access to detained clients, allowing unmonitored calls and unannounced visits.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Friendship fraud: warnings of rise in insidious' scam targeting older people

Friendship fraud targets older individuals, exploiting their loneliness and leading to significant financial losses through small, repeated requests for money.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

L.A. model lured victims through dating apps then stole from them, prosecutors say. Now she's headed to trial.

At her trial, we will prove beyond a reasonable doubt that this defendant exploited trust built through online relationships to gain access to victims' homes and steal from them. Her ability to deceptively influence others, whether in person or online, has now come to an end.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Florida court shields reverse mortgage credit from garnishment

The court ruled that just because a homeowner has access to funds through a HECM doesn't mean those funds can be garnished until the homeowner actually requests a draw.
Miami
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Florida professors quietly defy restrictions on race and gender: This is how authoritarianism works'

Florida sociology professors are maintaining their original curricula despite state guidelines restricting discussions of race, gender, sexuality, and systemic inequality, viewing this as essential to academic responsibility.
#lgbtq-rights
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Over her short tenure as Trump's attorney general, Pam Bondi terrorized LGBTQ+ Americans

Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general was marked by aggressive actions against LGBTQ+ rights under the Trump administration.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Florida Republicans pass bill empowering Ron DeSantis to oust local officials who support LGBTQ+ Pride

US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Over her short tenure as Trump's attorney general, Pam Bondi terrorized LGBTQ+ Americans

Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general was marked by aggressive actions against LGBTQ+ rights under the Trump administration.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Florida Republicans pass bill empowering Ron DeSantis to oust local officials who support LGBTQ+ Pride

Law
fromStreetsblog Empire State
6 days ago

Crash Victims, Lawmakers To Hochul: 'We Have A Better Idea To Reform Car Insurance' - Streetsblog Empire State

Victims oppose a proposal to reduce car insurance costs that would limit compensation for injuries from accidents they did not cause.
fromReadWrite
3 weeks ago

Police say gambling spending tied to Tallahassee property fraud

According to police, the case centers on how money connected to a client's property holdings was handled. Detectives say their review found signs that funds tied to the portfolio were improperly moved into the company's operating account.
US news
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Propy expands AI title rollup with Florida acquisition

Propy acquires Boss Law to expand institutional real estate services using AI and blockchain technology for faster closings and title operations.
Intellectual property law
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Miami Woman Says LaMusica Texts Kept Coming After She Hit Stop

A Miami woman filed a federal lawsuit against Spanish Broadcasting System for continuing to send marketing texts after she opted out, seeking class certification and statutory damages under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Miami food
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Apparently, Florida is fine with legalized incest but LGBTQ+ rights are a bridge too far - Queerty

Florida failed to pass a first-cousin marriage ban while simultaneously advancing an anti-diversity measure targeting government workers for vague DEI-related activities.
Law
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Florida attorney general says NFL must get rid of Rooney Rule

Florida's attorney general challenges the Rooney Rule, claiming it discriminates based on race and sex, demanding its suspension.
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Florida Lawmakers Aim to Add Work Requirements Without Expanding Medicaid

You cannot change the terms of the work requirement. It's a pretty easy no. Federal law holds that non-expansion states cannot adopt work requirements under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Leo Cuello, an attorney and professor at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy, cites guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in making this determination.
Healthcare
fromFingerlakes1.com
3 weeks ago

Report: NYS among worst states for online, social media scams | Fingerlakes1.com

They have to have a real name or organization. They have to have a physical address. There has to be a phone number. There has to be some type of tax ID or other type of financial identification so you know exactly who you're dealing with.
US news
Miami
fromReadWrite
2 weeks ago

Florida expands nuisance law for gambling properties

Florida's Senate Bill 168 expands public nuisance law to include illegal gambling properties and removes caps on fines for violations.
Miami food
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Florida's Live Local 4.0 flexes state muscle on housing progress

Florida's Live Local 4.0 expands state preemption of local zoning and tax rules to accelerate affordable and workforce housing development by reducing local control and streamlining approvals.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

This trans teacher has no choice but to leave Florida: 'I can't defend myself'

A transgender high school teacher in Florida maintains strict boundaries between her work and personal life to preserve her mental health and authentic self.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

The 49 driller killer': steps to avoid locksmith scams

Rogue locksmiths use bait-and-switch tactics, advertising low prices online then charging 10 times more upon arrival, exploiting vulnerable customers locked out of their homes.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Compass seeks to dismiss TCPA lawsuit over agent calls

Murch alleges repeated unwanted calls from Compass agents despite requests to stop, while Compass seeks dismissal claiming no liability for independent contractors' actions.
Miami
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

This Florida flip could pave the way for Mike Johnson's newest nightmare - Queerty

A Florida Democrat won a mayoral race by one vote, flipping a Republican-held seat for the first time in 30 years, signaling potential shifts in traditionally Republican strongholds ahead of midterm elections.
Poker
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Florida seizes 623 illegal slot machines statewide

Florida's Operation Reel of Fortune seized 623 illegal slot machines and $350,800 in cash across four Central Florida counties through coordinated raids by gaming regulators, law enforcement, and the Attorney General's Office.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Pam Bondi... You're Fired! - Above the Law

Donald Trump is reportedly firing Attorney General Pam Bondi, who will transition to a private sector job, with Todd Blanche taking over temporarily.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

It starts with a tap on the shoulder and ends with being fleeced. Alleged ATM scam duo sought

Scammers target elderly ATM users by observing PIN entry, dropping money as distraction, and swapping real cards with counterfeits to steal thousands of dollars.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Ethics Whiplash Over Executive Orders + FL Bondi Complaint, DOJ Takes On State Discipline, Spike In Judicial Conduct Complaints & More - Above the Law

Judicial misconduct complaints against federal judges spiked nearly 23% last year to over 1,850, potentially driven by increased public criticism of judges and courts.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Lindsey Halligan being investigated by the Florida Bar

Lindsey Halligan, former interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, faced Florida Bar investigation for pursuing unlawful indictments against James Comey and Letitia James despite lacking criminal law experience.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Florida Bar reverses itself, says it is not investigating Lindsey Halligan

The Florida Bar reversed its position, stating it is not investigating Lindsey Halligan after initially claiming an investigation was pending.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Florida Passes Its Own Version of the SAVE America Act

Florida has approved a voter registration overhaul requiring proof of citizenship, reflecting a trend in GOP-led states despite challenges at the federal level.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Trigger leads restrictions rewrite mortgage outreach rules

A new federal law effective March 5 prohibits credit bureaus from selling trigger leads to lenders, significantly reducing unsolicited mortgage solicitations unless consumers opt in or lenders have existing relationships.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

6 phone scams targeting seniors that sound completely legitimate - Silicon Canals

Picture this: Your phone rings. The caller ID shows your local hospital. The voice on the other end sounds professional, maybe a bit urgent. They're calling about Medicare coverage changes that could affect your upcoming procedures. They just need to verify some information to ensure your benefits continue uninterrupted. Sounds legitimate, right? Here's the thing - it probably isn't. And that's exactly what makes modern phone scams so dangerous.
Digital life
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Florida judge denies broker's bid to make NAR, MLSs enforce rules

Zea alleges defendants coordinated to restrict choice and maintain high prices by steering buyers and failing to enforce MLS/NAR rules; court denied his motion.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Florida Agency Network partners with law firm to launch OL Title

OL Title represents a significant expansion of our capabilities. We're making available a title and closing resource specifically designed to handle the complexities of commercial and high-end residential transactions backed by the strength of a full-service law firm and the resources of Florida's largest independent title network.
Law
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Clark Howard's Two Word Extended Warranty Advice Has No Exceptions

Extended warranties generally cost more than benefits received; most buyers never use them, making self-funded repair savings a better option.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Trump-allied Florida police chief calls for way to regularize immigrants without criminal records

Sheriff Grady Judd proposes Congress create a legal pathway for undocumented migrants integrated into society while prioritizing deportation of those committing crimes.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Florida lawmakers muscle up on a raft of new housing reforms

Florida pursues coordinated 2026 housing reforms—legalizing housing types, expanding the Live Local Act, and recalibrating funding and tax tools to improve affordability.
Privacy professionals
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Bronx Warning: States Sue Temu Over Data Harvesting

Temu faces multiple state lawsuits alleging hidden data collection, post-installation code changes, potential malware, and exposure of sensitive device-level information.
fromLong Beach Post News
2 months ago

How Californians can use a new state website to block hundreds of data brokers

Until now, those instructions had to be delivered to each data broker individually - not an easy feat, given that more than 500 brokers were registered in the state as of the end of last year. Making things even more difficult, some brokers obscured their opt-out forms from search results, as The Markup and CalMatters revealed in August. The new system delivers privacy instructions to every registered broker at once.
Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

When Florida Bar Said It Was Serious About Ethical Violations It MEANT To Say, 'Yes, Sir. Glory To The MAGA Empire!' - Above the Law

In response to an inquiry from a complainant, The Florida Bar wrote a letter to the complainant erroneously stating that there is a pending Bar investigation of member Lindsay Halligan. There is no such pending Bar investigation of Lindsay Halligan. In this case, The Florida Bar received a complaint against Lindsay Halligan and, consistent with standard practice, the Bar is monitoring the ongoing legal proceedings underlying the complaint.
US politics
US politics
fromemptywheel
4 weeks ago

Pam Bondi Dropped Cases against Four Alleged Drug Dealers So She Could Hunt Don Lemon - emptywheel

The DOJ under Pam Bondi prioritized prosecuting Don Lemon and Cities Church protesters over serious drug trafficking cases, resulting in the dismissal of multiple methamphetamine and cocaine distribution prosecutions in Minnesota.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Bondi Says She's The Bar Now - Above the Law

Attorney General Bondi's directive requiring DOJ lawyers to advocate for the president regardless of ethics or legality has caused severe staff depletion and judicial backlash over unlawful immigration detention practices.
Law
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Facing judgments and fines, fraudulent Florida mover files for bankruptcy

A Fort Lauderdale mover filed for bankruptcy after facing more than $310,000 in judgments, attorney fees, and a separate $110,000 state fine and operating ban.
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Florida lawsuit targets Crypto.com event contracts

Two California investors are taking Crypto.com to federal court in Miami, Florida, accusing the company of running what they describe as a nationwide sports betting business under the cover of financial trading. The proposed class action, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, names North American Derivatives Exchange Inc., which operates as Crypto.com, along with Foris DAX Inc. The lawsuit claims users across the country have lost hundreds of millions of dollars through the platform's sports event contracts.
Law
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | A strong anti-fraud agenda will support a more affordable New York amNewYork

Insurance fraud in New York is rapidly increasing, becoming more elaborate and raising insurance costs for legitimate residents.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Florida Attorney General Uthmeier announces new unit to investigate public corruption

The unit will be housed within the Office of Statewide Prosecution, which Uthmeier oversees, and will be tasked with conducting an audit of "legislative appropriations" over the last two years as well as investigating bribes, kickbacks, conflicts of interest, and money spent towards "personal gain rather than for the good of the public," Uthmeier said at a news conference at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement's Regional Operations Center in Miami.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: AG Bondi's histrionics won't stop questions on Epstein files

Sexual-abuse allegations must be thoroughly investigated and victims' voices prioritized over political theatrics.
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Proposal to require state oversight of insurance affiliate payments clears first hurdle in Legislature

It found that during that period, 19 insurers based in Florida or surrounding regions funneled billions of dollars in fees to holding companies and other affiliates that were not "fair and reasonable," as defined by various industry rules. The insurers were not identified in the study. The study showed that insurers paid investors $680 million in dividends and accepted $951 million in capital contributions from affiliates, clouding regulators' abilities to determine insurers' actual financial health.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Florida seeks to expand gender-affirming care ban; could criminalize pharmacists and counselors

"aids or abets"
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Did Bondi Spy on Lawmakers' Epstein Search History?

Images published by Reuters and Getty show Bondi flipping past a page labeled "Jayapal Pramila Search History," an apparent reference to Washington Democratic representative Pramila Jayapal, which included a list of log numbers and descriptions of various documents in the Epstein database. On Monday, lawmakers were allowed to access the unredacted versions of the federal government's files connected to the investigation into the disgraced financier that were publicized following the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
US politics
US politics
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Pam Bondi Dismisses Call to Apologize to Epstein Survivors as 'Theatrics'

Attorney General Pam Bondi deflected criticism, dismissed Epstein survivors as 'theatrics,' and shifted focus while refusing responsibility for DOJ's handling of Epstein files.
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