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Search for Answers Begins After Small Plane Hits House in South Florida

Federal authorities are investigating what may have caused a small plane to crash into a house in a south Florida neighborhood, killing the pilot and a passenger early this week. The single-engine Aventura II went down just before noon on …

Florida Butt-Lift Doctor Banned from Surgery After Second Patient Dies at Clinic

A second patient has died after surgery at a Brazilian butt-lift clinic in south Florida, and the state medical board has banned a surgeon there from performing the procedures. The Miami Herald reported that Dr. John Sampson will be allowed …

Florida’s Deadly High Speed Rail to Get $25 Million Safety Improvement

Tracks used by the nation’s deadliest railroad will see added fencing to keep pedestrians away and safety improvements at crossings under a $25 million federal grant announced Monday. Brightline and government officials announced the grant as the privately owned passenger …

U.S. Issues Tougher Rules for South Florida Check-Cashing Facilities

Federal authorities have issued tough new rules on check-cashing businesses in South Florida as part of the ongoing fight against rampant identity theft and tax fraud. The Treasury Department’s order applies to federal tax refund checks over $1,000 in Miami-Dade …

Willis Appoints Zutel as SVP to Willis of Miami

Willis North America, a unit of Willis Group Holdings plc the global risk advisory, re/insurance broking, and human capital and benefits firm has appointed Fred Zutel as senior vice president of Willis of Miami. In this role, Zutel will be …

Atlantic Specialty Lines Announces New Office in South Florida

Miramar, FL, 01/08/13 – Atlantic Specialty Lines announces the opening of their newest office located in South Florida. The office in Miramar will be led by Nancy Riveron and Marianne Correa. ASL is looking to better serve their South Florida …