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Federal court throws out claims against Volkswagen over suspension system
A federal court dismissed several claims against Volkswagen over alleged suspension system defects in some of its CC model cars.
Supreme Court reopens medical malpractice lawsuit despite dissenting justices
TALLAHASSEE — In a decision that was 4-3, the court has overturned the dismissal of a case involving a young woman who died days after giving birth to a stillborn child.
Florida appeals court overturns arbitration order for parents of child injured in sports competition
WEST PALM BEACH — A unanimous decision on Sept. 12 by the Fourth District Court of Appeal for the State of Florida has overturned a lower court decision in the case of an injured minor.
New trial ordered in dispute between La Ley Sports Complex and Homestead
MIAMI — A Florida appeals court has ordered a new trial for a case involving a lease-purchase agreement between La Ley Sports Complex and the city of Homestead.
Appeals court overturns Centex Homes' win in construction defects lawsuit
A lawsuit filed by several homeowners alleging construction defects will continue, an appellate court ruled.
Florida couple sues Ethicon, Johnson & Johnson alleging medical implant was defective
Medical companies seek to have the product liability case moved to U.S. DIstrict Court in Fort Lauderdale.
Class action suit claims LaCroix producer misrepresented company to investors
MIAMI – A class action lawsuit recently filed against National Beverage Corp., Nick A. Caporella and George R. Bracken claims the company misrepresented its financial health to shareholders.
Johnson & Johnson, Publix want talcum powder suit moved to U.S. District Court
FORT LAUDERDALE — Johnson & Johnson and Publix, defendants in a lawsuit alleging talcum powder products caused a woman's mesothelioma, have requested the case against them be moved from a state court to a U.S. District Court.
Novartis granted summary judgment on stroke victim's request for punitive damages in leukemia drug case
WEST PALM BEACH – The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida recently granted a partial summary judgment in favor of a pharmaceutical company in case involving a patient who suffered a stroke after taking the company's prescription drug.
11th Circuit issues decision in business lawsuit that has been in court for over 10 years
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has determined a debt owed between business partners cannot be discharged based on a bankruptcy claim.
11th Circuit upholds decision in wrongful death claim involving Indian River County inmate
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has upheld a lower court decision in a wrongful-death lawsuit involving an Indian River County Jail inmate.
Florida nursing homes called ill-equipped to handle emergencies
Florida nursing home agencies have been called upon to cooperate in an effort to properly equip residential facilities to handle emergency situations like the recent hurricanes.
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit vacates order to deny class-action certification in debt collection case
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has vacated a lower court's decision to deny class-action status in a lawsuit involving debt collection.
Florida State University's law school rises in Best Graduate Schools rankings
TALLAHASSEE — Florida State University's (FSU) law program has been recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools.
Office of the State Courts Administrator opens up the system with social-media accounts
TALLAHASSEE — The Office of the State Courts Administrator has created some social-media accounts in an effort to better serve the public.
Brevard has too many judges, Florida Supreme Court says
TALLAHASSEE — Brevard County may be losing one of its county judges following a request by the Florida Supreme Court.
State Supreme Court's call for more judges in Orange County not necessary, local attorney says
ORLANDO — Despite a state Supreme Court decision, Orange County is not in need of any new circuit judges, according to a local civil-litigation attorney.
Spanish broadcasting giant signs Lara as general counsel
MIAMI — The Spanish Broadcast System has hired a Florida lawyer as its next executive vice president and general counsel.
Florida judge has license reinstated
The Bar suspended Judge Judith Hawkins' license in 2015 after investigators alleged she used her position to promote an organization she runs.
Appeals court rules $18.5 million award too much following tobacco lawsuit
A Florida appeals court has ruled that R.J. Reynolds be granted a motion for remittitur or have a new trial for damages