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Computer shop owner files defamation suit against Twitter; Attorney says Dorsey admitted mistake before Congress
The computer repair shop owner who gained notoriety based on Hunter Biden’s laptop is suing Twitter. John Paul Mac Isaac filed a lawsuit in the U.S.
Republican attorneys general urge non-partisan denunciation of violence in U.S. cities
Republican attorneys general from Florida, Georgia and Arkansas called on all attorneys general, regardless of party, to denounce the rioting, looting and violence that has occurred coast to coast
Broward County order requires residents to follow mask rules in their home
Attorney: Enforcing mask requirement residentially could be problematic
Federal judge enjoins Orlando company from alleged price-gouging with 3M masks
Geftico accused of blaming hiked price of N-95 masks on 3M
Miami judges sanctioned over endorsement of nonprofit Our Kids
The Florida Supreme Court reprimanded four judges because they allegedly endorsed a nonprofit group that was competing for a $500 million foster child services contract with the State Department of Children and Families.
Federal judge overturns state law giving priority to gubernatorial candidates on ballots
Secretary of State Laurel Lee ordered to correct voting ballots by June 1
COVID-19 delays the resolution of Fort Myers Beach Margaritaville resort legal battle
Worst case scenario is if the developer abandons the project
Federal judge remands personal injury complaint over elevator drop against Marriott Hotels to state court
TAMPA – A federal judge granted a Florida couple’s request to remand to state court their personal injury lawsuit against an elevator company and popular hotel chain.
Advocates are hopeful Gov. DeSantis will expand liability protection to medical providers
Healthcare providers urged to honor their oaths while waiting for more liability protections.
Judge recommends civil contempt for regional sales manager who violated non-compete agreement
Regional sales manager and his employer face civil contempt for violating preliminary injunction based on a non-compete agreement
House and Senate unanimously approve earnings hike for worker's comp judges
Worker's comp judges receive pay increase to retain quality public servants
Trial attorney appeals dismissal of lawsuit against governor for alleged mild COVID-19 response
Federal suit that would force Gov. DeSantis to take more action against COVID-19 is dismissed
Texas couple wins appeal over Airbnb rental where they were secretly recorded
A Florida appellate court reversed a Manatee County Circuit Court’s decision involving a Texas couple who discovered their three-day stay in an Airbnb rental in Longboat Key, Florida had been secretly recorded without their consent or knowledge.
Federal judge allows RICO lawsuit to proceed against construction company
A federal judge in Florida is allowing a fraud and conspiracy claim to proceed in a lawsuit filed against a construction company and its owner.
Carpet and flooring installer loses benzene appeal; Ruling will have 'profound' effect on toxic torts, defense says
A Florida appellate court has ruled against a man who claims products he used at work caused him to develop blood and bone marrow disease.
Federal judge declines to remand couple's Hurricane Irma complaint to state court
A federal judge denied a Florida couples’ motion to remand their Hurricane Irma complaint against First Liberty Insurance Company to state court.
Federal judge allows complaint against Department of Children and Families to proceed
A man who sued the Secretary of State of the Florida Department of Children and Families in federal court is being allowed to proceed.
Legislation to erase century-old telegraph law from the books expected to be signed by governor
The Florida Senate unanimously voted in favor of a bill that repeals a chapter of state law that applies to outdated technology.
Senate advances bill protecting sharks from fin trading
The Florida Senate unanimously voted in favor of a bill that bans the sale and export of shark fins and tails throughout the state.
Senate passes bill that makes it easier for housing discrimination lawsuits to be filed
The Florida Senate voted unanimously in favor of a bill that permits lawsuits over housing discrimination to be filed more quickly.