Open-Handed Greetings | Judge Lane Smith
I talk to students about what judges do and the rule of law. Sometimes, we talk about American history and their questions…
Opinion
Small Businesses Vulnerable to Lawsuit Abuse
Dear Editor, Florida’s courts are being commandeered by con artists and fraudsters, earning massive paydays at the expense of everyday small business…
Taking Stock and Reminiscing | Judge Layne Smith
After being appointed county judge in 2015, the people of Leon County elected me to the job. Before my term had ended,…
Will Tallahassee Save Local Businesses?
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Can Tallahassee reward itself a gold medal for the local small business boom claimed by The New Small…
Lawsuit Costs Drive Up Insurance Costs
Lawsuit abuse is a significant cost driver in Florida’s property insurance market. Bad actors and third-party contractors are turning consumers’ insurance policies…
Small Businesses Threatened by Litigation
Dear Editor, As we almost get through this last wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida businesses can at least rest assured that…
Stewart: Tallahassee Democrat Ignores Federal Lawsuit Related to Gender Policy, Covers Superman’s Bisexual Son
The Tallahassee Democrat, who has a full-time K-12 education reporter, has yet to inform their readers about a federal lawsuit filed on…
We Share Life
In our current context, I must confess an inclination to write on politics over far weightier matters of the soul. My vocation…
Invest in Fiber Broadband
The pandemic has shown us how crucial a fast, reliable internet connection is. Whether it’s online learning, remote work, or staying connected…
Blueprint Officials not Asking Right Questions on Stadium Subsidies
By Samuel R. Staley, PhD* City and county officials authorized more than $20 million to subsidize repairs to Florida State University’s football…
Lawsuits are Driving Up Healthcare Costs
Dear Editor, The COVID-19 pandemic has been a wakeup call for many people to start taking their healthcare more seriously. Unfortunately, for…
Sustainable Trucking Key for Post-Covid Economy
Last year 88 percent of the U.S. adult population purchased goods online and it’s predicted to increase even more by 2024, when…