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Florida considers legislation penalizing law-breaking protesters
Florida is considering legislation that would penalize protesters who break the law while exercising their right to demonstrate, Flagler Live reported.
Suspended attorney Strems at disbarment trial; New Bar petition says he violated suspension order
Suspended Cora Gables attorney Scot Strems - whose former firm was the state's most prolific filer of storm damage lawsuits against insurers - is currently defending himself from disbarment on charges brought by the Florida Bar, and a new charge that he's in contempt of a state Supreme Court suspension order.
Appellate court reverses decision that vacated judgment for Moon in contract dispute case
MIAMI – The Third District Court of Appeal has reversed a trial court's order that granted a motion to vacate default in a contract dispute between two companies.
Court rules family of man who died of meningitis failed to satisfy burden of proof in case against employer
TALLAHASSEE – The First District Court of Appeals has reversed a ruling of the Judge of Compensation Claims (JCC) in a suit over a man's 2015 death from meningitis, ruling that the claimants failed to satisfy a burden of proof.
Appellate court reverses order in Titusville worker's toxic exposure claims
TALLAHASSEE – The First District Court of Appeal has reversed an order from the Judge of Compensation Claims (JCC) in a suit over allegations of toxic exposure.
Third District court rules it doesn't have jurisdiction in American Medical Systems case
MIAMI – The Third District Court of Appeal has decided to dismiss a petition on the grounds the petitioners have not proven that they were caused irreparable harm.
First District Court rules woman's bowling injury during employer event is compensable
TALLAHASSEE – The First District Court of Appeal has ruled that a woman's injury that she sustained while attending a work-related event was compensable.
Appeals court remands case of woman who alleged her memory interfered with testimony
MIAMI — The Florida Third District Court of Appeal, ruling on a woman's appeal after her memory allegedly interfered with her testimony in court, has vacated the order and remanded the case to the trial court for additional proceedings. .
Appeals court sides with restaurant regarding shareholder status of former chef
LAKELAND — A restaurant has won its appeal of a decision regarding the shareholder status of a former chef.
Consumer loses appeal against Public Storage
WEST PALM BEACH — A consumer has lost his appeal challenging the dismissal of his case against Public Storage.
Florida court nullifies wrongful death claim against Philip Morris
A Florida court recently decided in favor of Philip Morris USA Inc. regarding the statute of limitations for a wrongful death suit brought by a widow.
Fifth District reverses award of attorneys' fees in mortgage foreclosure dispute
DAYTONA BEACH – A state appellate court has reversed an award of attorneys' fees in a suit over a mortgage foreclosure action.
Florida NFIB: Bill to benefit trial lawyers 'flies in face of definition of tort'
The state director of the Florida National Federation of Independent Business cautioned Floridians about what he fears could be the influx of unnecessary litigation, namely a bill which could benefit trial lawyers, according to the September 2019 Scorecard.
Florida NFIB director: Despite issues, 'still seeing evidence of a red-hot economy'
In a recent survey by the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform, Florida’s lawsuit climate was ranked at 46th worst, but despite the dismal assessment, the National Federation of Independent Business is optimistic about the state and its future.
National business group welcomes lower work comp premiums, still looking to cap attorney fees
The National Council on Compensation Insurance has filed a recommendation to the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation, requesting a statewide decrease for workers’ compensation premiums, a move the National Federation of Independent Business believes is both a warning sign and an indicator of progress.
Attorney on adoption of Daubert standard: Florida judges have 'rich, modern set of case law'
The Florida Supreme Court recently rejected a bid by the code and rules of evidence committee of the Florida Bar to have the court reconsider its decision on the Daubert standard for expert evidence in court earlier this year.
Florida Chamber of Commerce applauds governor's agenda
TALLAHASSEE -- Since taking office Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' (R) has reshaped the state Supreme Court into a conservative court.
Associated Industries of Florida: Litigation financing proves costly to state, businesses
TALLAHASSEE -- The state of Florida is no stranger to litigation schemes and perhaps one of the most impactful to the state's legal scene is litigation financing, in which third parties finance civil litigation, such as a class action lawsuit, in return for a percentage of the jury award.
Personal Insurance Federation president cites litigation as main reason for high insurance costs
According to a recent national study, Florida’s auto insurance rates are the third highest in the nation. Although there are a number of elements at play in the high rates, one of the most impactful is that of litigation.
Associated Industries of Florida: DeSantis 'has done great job on litigation reform'
TALLAHASSEE – Supporters of Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis say the new governor has made great strides at litigation reform since taking office earlier this year.