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Suspended Florida attorney who filed over 3,000 tobacco industry claims loses bid for reinstatement
The Florida Supreme Court has declined to reinstate an attorney who was suspended in 2022 for filing more than 3,000 claims from smokers against tobacco firms without properly investigating the cases.
International Law Section Needs Writers to Update Its Ils Deskbook
As one of only two deskbooks published in the United States on the subject of international law, the section says this is a 'unique opportunity to demonstrate your expertise and thought leadership on a global scale'.
Secure Act 2.0 on April 4, 2024
Blank Rome senior counsel Daniel L. Morgan will serve as a speaker at the American Bar Association’s (“ABA”) Business Law Spring Meeting 2024, being held April 4 through 6, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, and online.
Loss for class action lawyer suing Big Lots over coffee
OCALA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Big Lots has fended off the class action lawsuit claiming it miscounted how many servings its ground coffee makes.
Alums Return to VLI to Share Insights on Veterans Law
Speaking to Veterans Advocacy Clinic and Advanced Veterans Advocacy Clinic students earlier this month, two Stetson Law alumni shared insights on how to pursue a career rooted in veterans law.
Advancing Underserved Entrepreneurs: How Lawyers Can Get Involved Middle Market and Small Business on April 4, 2024
Jordan Chisholm will present “Advancing Underserved Entrepreneurs: How Lawyers Can Get Involved Middle Market and Small Business” at the American Bar Association Business Law Section’s Spring Meeting 2024.
Lawsuit: IHOP booth gashes man's leg as he scoots out
ORLANDO, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida man says his leg was badly injured when a sharp metal object protruded through a booth at IHOP and cut him.
Lawsuit filed over fatal shooting at Florida high school football game
ORLANDO, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - The family of a Jones High student has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Florida court against Orange County Public Schools for failing to prevent his murder.
Ag Moody Files Criminal Charges Against Organized Theft Ringleader Stealing Nearly Half
Attorney General Ashley Moody announced criminal charges against the leader of an organized theft ring for stealing nearly half a million dollars in heavy equipment from Home Depot stores.
Florida driver sues General Motors, alleging his driving data was illegally shared with insurer
A Palm Beach County driver is suing General Motors, OnStar LLC and LexisNexis Risk Solutions Inc. in federal court, alleging that his auto insurance costs soared after the defendants shared his driving data without his permission.
Wrongful death lawsuit against Fla. detox center says resident obtained drugs
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida detox center faces litigation after a resident allegedly obtained the drugs that led to his fatal overdose.
3rd Dca Announces Interview Dates for Judicial Applicants
The Third District Court of Appeal Judicial Nominating Commission has been asked to provide Gov. Ron DeSantis with nominees for the vacancy in the Third District Court of Appeal created by the passing of Judge Eric Wm. Hendon.
Gambling firms challenging Seminole Tribe gaming compact lose round before state's high court
The Florida Supreme Court has rejected a petition by parties involved in the gaming industry that challenges the state`s multibillion-dollar compact with the Seminole Tribe, citing procedural grounds to deny the motion.
7th Circuit Jnc Announces Applicants for Circuit Court Judicial Vacancy
Gov. Ron DeSantis has requested that the Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission convene for the purpose of selecting and submitting a list of highly qualified lawyers for appointment to the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court.
Nicholas Travis to Discuss Property Case Law Developments at PLRB 2024 Claims Conference and Insurance Services Expo
Nicholas W. Travis will share insights on property coverage at the Property & Liability Resource Bureau (PLRB) 2024 Claims Conference and Insurance Services Expo in Boston, Massachusetts on Tuesday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 20.
Employee says she was victim of sexual harassment at Ford's Garage
A hostess at a Cape Coral restaurant says she was a victim of sexual harassment and retaliation.
Mother says 6-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted on MSC Cruise
A mother claims her 6-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted while on an MSC Cruise.
Official files FMLA lawsuit against Broward County school board
An official is accusing the Broward County School Board of violating the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Frontier fees case should lose most of its claims, magistrate judge suggests
ORLANDO, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Plenty should be dismissed from a class action lawsuit against Frontier Airlines over its fees for bags, a federal magistrate judge has ruled, though one count could go forward.
Fla. prison nurse says she was fired for reporting mistreatment of inmates
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida nurse working in the state's prison system says she was fired as retaliation for protected whistleblower activities.