Samer R. Choksi, MD, MPH is a board-certified physician within the field of occupational medicine. He is seasoned, fair, and well-balanced in workers’ compensation litigation. Dr. Choksi’s expert opinion is regarded as one of the most qualified in the state. His training includes causation, that is, to determine if the medical problem from which a […]
March 21 meeting offers tips on implementing a workplace social media policy. Social media has become a huge part of everyday life and that often includes the workplace. How can employers maintain balance and control over employees with regards to their personal and professional social media activity? At the Wednesday, March 21 Florida Public Relations […]
As 2017 wraps up, we can’t help but reflect on all the incredible things our employees have done for their communities throughout the year. Their contributions included individual donations, advocating for a particular cause, and volunteering their days, nights and even weekends. The LassiterWare employees made their communities an even bigger priority this year and were fortunate enough to be able […]
On Dec. 22, 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was signed by President Trump after passing the House and Senate on Dec. 20. The tax reform bill is the most substantial overhaul of America’s tax system in decades and brings BIG news for small businesses in regards to federal tax code. Notable Provisions: Starting […]
LEESBURG, FLORIDA – LassiterWare’s Longtime Leader, Ted Ostrander, Took His Final Bow into Retirement on October 1, 2017. Ted R. Ostrander, Jr., longtime Chairman and former President/CEO of LassiterWare Insurance, retired October 1, marking his 44th year with the agency to the day. Ostrander, took a step down in 2013 into the Chairman role and […]
Friday, November 3, 2017 Sumter Sunshine Community Foundation notified LassiterWare on Friday, November 3, 2017, that LassiterWare was selected for the Philanthropic Corporation of the Year Award. Doug Childers, LassiterWare’s CEO, could not be more proud of LassiterWare employees (respectfully referred to as family). LassiterWare Cares foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that was started and […]
“Improving the quality of life during times of financial hardship for LassiterWare employees and providing resources to local charities/organizations that contribute to a vibrant community life and wish to make a difference in the world.” This is the LassiterWare Cares Mission and it has certainly been carried out over the past few weeks. With Hurricane Irma devastating […]
The revised rule requires parameters to be put in place to limit exposure to silica dust and is comprised of two standards, one for Construction and one for the General Industry and Maritime. The new respirable crystalline silica exposure rule took effect on June 23, 2016, and stipulated industries have one to five years to […]
The first deadline for electronic submission of injury and illness records to OSHA has now been extended from December 1 to December 15. Reporting requirements will vary depending on business size and type of operation. Reporting requirements based on employee count: 300 Form 300A Form 301 Form 250 or More Employees 20-249 Employees […]
Votes were tallied and LassiterWare was selected as Insurance Journal’s 2017 Best Agency to Work For Gold Award Winner in the Southeast! President and CEO, Doug Childers, along with employees are ecstatic about learning the news! The corporate office operations are in Leesburg, Florida with additional offices in Jacksonville, Maitland, Ocala and Tampa. Posted in the Insurance […]
