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    Super Speed, Super Consequences: Florida’s Tough New Reckless Driving Law

    October 9, 2025By Alfredo Soto

    Speeding has been a longstanding issue on Florida’s highways, but recent data shows how deadly it can be. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reported that speeding contributed to roughly 10% of traffic fatalities between 2019 and 2023, with most offenders being young males aged 16 to 25.[i]  The reality is sobering: […]

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    The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Crackdown on Junk Fees: What’s Next Under the Trump Administration?

    February 27, 2025By Alfredo Soto

    The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) has taken major steps to combat hidden or unnecessary charges, often called “junk fees,” that many consumers unknowingly pay. These fees, which can significantly increase over time, disproportionately impact low-income individuals. Since its founding in 2011 following the financial crisis, the CFPB has sought to protect consumers from predatory […]

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    Enhancing Passenger Protections: Addressing Limitations in the Department of Transportation’s Airline Refund Regulation

    November 4, 2024By Alfredo Soto

    In recent years, the airline industry has been under a magnifying glass regarding its refund policies, particularly during flight disruptions caused by COVID-19. The prior policy by the Department of Transportation (“DOT”) frequently left passengers at the mercy of airline carrier discretion when flights were canceled or seriously delayed, forcing many to accept non-refundable vouchers […]

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