Accidental Shooting Statistics: A Review of Unintentional Firearm Deaths from 1979-2024
Accidental shootings made up 0.004% of all injury-related hospital visits in 2023. Falls accounted for 34%.
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Hospital Found Liable in Costly Patient Fall Case
Elderly patient awarded $3.2M after hospital fall following spine surgery.
Trump Admin. Sues New York City Over “Sanctuary” Policies
“Just this week, New York City’s sanctuary policies have reaped tragic consequences,” Justice Department attorneys wrote in the lawsuit, citing a recent incident in which an off-duty Customs and Border Patrol was shot in an attempted robbery gone wrong.
U.S. Appeals Court Upholds Ruling Against Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order
“Rather than engaging seriously with the [question of birthright citizenship] … the defendants complained about the Court’s briefing order, sought to reopen questions that are not properly before this Court now, and quibbled about whether they should be required to participate meaningfully in [proceedings],” the ruling states.
Former Justice Department Officials Sue U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi
A House representative from Florida raised concerns that one official’s removal could jeopardize an ongoing fraud investigation into Leo Gavoni, accused of embezzling more than $100 million in money meant for people with special needs.
Hidden Dangers in Orchid Supplements
Orchid-based supplements often contain hidden stimulants and mislabeled, potentially harmful ingredients.
Patients Trust Doctors Less When AI is Used
Patients view doctors as less caring and capable when AI is involved.
Impact of Federal Cuts to School Mental Health Funding
We stand at a crossroads. Will we be the generation that abandoned children in their hour of need? Or will we demand that schools be equipped to nurture minds and hearts alike?
Shumaker Partner and President & CEO of Shumaker Advisors Florida Ronald A. Christaldi Named One of Tampa Bay’s Most Admired CEOs
Ron’s selection as one of Tampa Bay’s Most Admired CEOs reflects both his professional excellence and his unwavering dedication to building a stronger, more vibrant future for the region.
Shumaker Continues Commitment to Leadership Sarasota: James D. O’Donnell Selected to 2025-2026 Class
A long-standing program of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Sarasota is designed to equip both emerging and established leaders with a deeper understanding of the critical issues facing the Sarasota region.