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After starting on the other side of the camera, Peter Turo, president of Photo-Tech Inc., turned his job into a 25-year career and a growing $6 million company.

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Rule Spurs LITIGATION

Labor lawsuits are on the upswing in federal court, despite a rule change aimed at curbing complaints.

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It's Not Grandstanding; It's Common Sense

Tom Gallagher, Chief Financial Officer of the State of Florida, responds to Matt Walsh's column, "Gallagher Grandstands Again."

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For Rent: Prime Locations

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Going for Growth

Pinellas Park's First Community Bank of America moves into Tampa with an aggressive expansion blueprint.

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Shareholders, Fear Not

Bradenton's 1st National Bank & Trust doesn't sacrifice investment performance in order to reel in more deposits.

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Defending Attorneys

Over the past two decades, Scott Tozian has become the attorney of choice for embattled judges and lawyers.

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Time for Change

Under Tom Snow's leadership, Carlton Fields has become the fourth largest law firm in Florida.

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