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Veteran Benefits Guide (VBG) is a benefit advisory company dedicated to assisting U.S. Armed Forces Veterans in maximizing their VA disability compensation ratings and benefits. Founded by Joshua Smith, a former Marine and VA rater, VBG provides pre-filing and post-filing consulting services. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, and has experienced significant growth since its inception in 2019. VBG employs a team of trained case managers, many of whom have backgrounds in the VA, to offer personalized guidance through the claims process. Their services include comprehensive reviews of military records, tailored claim strategies, and support for filing claims independently. VBG utilizes proprietary software to streamline the claims process and has a strong track record, boasting a 90% client success rate for favorable VA decisions and a perfect 5-star Google rating. The company emphasizes a Veteran-friendly approach, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in navigating the VAs Compensation & Pension process.
On September 27, 2022, FedNat Insurance Company ("FNIC") was placed into receivership by the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR). The Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) now has authority over FNICs operations; including bank accounts. A copy of the Liquidation Order for FedNat Insurance Company is available on the Departments website, www.myfloridacfo.com/division/receiver. The Department is currently gathering claim files and claim data to forward the information to applicable GAs. As a result, there may be a slight delay in claim processing during this transitional period. The Departments website, www.myfloridacfo.com/division/receiver, will be updated as appropriate regarding the claim transfer process. A Guaranty Association ("GA") is a nonprofit corporation statutorily created to provide a mechanism for the payment of policy related loss claims and unearned premium when an insurance company is liquidated. For more information, you can find specific information about your states Guaranty Association at: Alabama Insurance Guaranty Association - 205-823-4042 Florida Insurance Guaranty Association - https://figafacts.com/ Georgia Insurers Insolvency Pool – https://www.gaiga.org Louisiana Insurance Guaranty Association - https://www.laiga.org/ Mississippi Insurance Guaranty Association - https://ms-miga.com/ South Carolina Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association - http://www.scguaranty.com/ Texas Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association - http://www.tpciga.org/ For information on a bounced check or the time it will take to receive a replacement check contact the Department at 1-800-882-3054 or online at http://myfloridacf
Modern management software for gyms, martial arts schools, yoga studios and membership clubs.
Hal Smith Restaurants is a restaurant management company based in Norman, Oklahoma, founded in 1992 by Hal Smith. The company operates over 80 locations across seven states, featuring a diverse range of dining options from casual to upscale. Annual sales approach $250 million, and the company emphasizes strong customer service and employee training. The company develops, manages, and franchises various restaurant concepts. Its portfolio includes full-service dining options like Charleston’s Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, and Mahogany Prime Steakhouse. It also features casual and themed concepts such as Ted’s Café Escondido, Louie’s Bar & Grill, The Garage, and Pub W. Hal Smith Restaurants has a history of franchising, having previously managed Outback Steakhouse and On The Border Mexican Cafe franchises. With a focus on community-centric locations, Hal Smith Restaurants continues to expand, including new openings like Neighborhood JA.M. in Oklahoma City planned for Spring 2025. The company is dedicated to culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences for a wide range of customers.