In case you missed it, Lorenzo & Lorenzo recently wrapped a privately-funded scholarship contest where we asked college students to write a 300-500 word essay about whether or not they think non-citizens should be able to obtain a driver’s license. Currently, only a handful of states (and the District of Columbia) offer driving privileges to unauthorized immigrants. Here … [Read more...] about Should All Floridians Be Able to Get a Driver’s License, Even Undocumented Immigrants? (We Asked College Students)
Florida Nursing Homes Face Lawsuits Post-Coronavirus
There’s no such thing as being too careful during a pandemic, yet cases of coronavirus have skyrocketed as states gently reopen. Florida is among those states that have opened up non-essential businesses and beaches. As of May 12, 2020, the state reported a total of 41,923 confirmed cases of COVID-19, of which 4,362 cases were in the Tampa Bay area. As of June 25, that number … [Read more...] about Florida Nursing Homes Face Lawsuits Post-Coronavirus
Heartwarming Stories of Floridians Spreading Hope in the Midst of a Pandemic
If you turn on the news lately, you’re bound to hear scary news about the global pandemic, protests and even killer hornets. In light of all of this bad news, here at Lorenzo & Lorenzo we would like to add a bright spot to your day by sharing a few uplifting and positive news stories about Floridians coming together during a difficult time. “I’m not going to ask you to … [Read more...] about Heartwarming Stories of Floridians Spreading Hope in the Midst of a Pandemic
Lorenzo Scholarship Winner: Should Immigrants Be Able to Get a Driver’s License?
Florida has long been home to a large number of immigrants, due in part to its proximity to several Caribbean nations. In fact, according to the American Immigration Council, 1 in 5 residents in the state is an immigrant, making up more than a fourth of Florida’s labor force. As such an integral part of Florida’s diverse communities, immigrants contribute greatly to the local … [Read more...] about Lorenzo Scholarship Winner: Should Immigrants Be Able to Get a Driver’s License?
Tampa Family of Hit-and-Run Victim Calls for Reform
On January 31, 2020, Azucena “Susie” Gomez-Hernandez (14) was struck by a Chevy SUV heading south on 15th Street at 7:15 p.m. Bystanders rushed to help her and called 911. She was taken to Tampa General Hospital where significant portions of her skull were removed to relieve the swelling. A week later, her mother made the most difficult decision no one should ever have to make. … [Read more...] about Tampa Family of Hit-and-Run Victim Calls for Reform