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Parents accuse hospital of 'callous, potentially racist behavior' as infant died
The parents of a premature baby say a hospital worker caused a spinal cord injury that proved fatal to the newborn have filed an amended complaint that alleges a pattern of “callous and potentially racist behavior” by hospital staff in the final moments of the infant’s life.
Greenberg Traurig Real Estate Practice Continues Strategic Growth, Adds Cindy Campbell in Orlando
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. has expanded its Real Estate Practice with the addition of Cindy Campbell as of counsel in the Orlando office. Campbell joins the firm from Seyfarth Shaw, LLP.
Attorney General James Uthmeier Charges Four-Time Felon with Voter Fraud
Attorney General James Uthmeier’s Office of Statewide Prosecution is charging a four-time felon with voter fraud. Brian Keith Lasecki is charged with voting by unqualified elector for voting in the 2022 General Election while on probation.
1st Circuit Jnc Announces List of Circuit Court Judicial Nominees
Earlier , the Judicial Nominating Commission for the First Judicial Circuit interviewed ten applicants to fill the vacancy on the Okaloosa County Court created by the elevation of Judge Jonathan Schlechter.
Florida AG launches nation's first Office of Parental Rights
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is launching the Office of Parental Rights to empower parents and protect children.
New lawsuit challenges Seminole Tribe's online sports betting operation
A shadowy group that advocates for “lawful” casino gambling is challenging the Seminole Tribe’s online sports betting operation in a lawsuit that argues voter approval should have preceded the rollout of the tribe’s app-based wagering system.
College of Law Spring 2025 Commencement on May 4
The FSU College of Law spring 2025 graduation ceremony will take place on May 4, 2025 at 11 a.m. at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center.
Insurance expert: Reciprocal insurance 'provides comprehensive insurance protection at a reasonable cost'
Darren Craft, founder of Worth Insurance, said that reciprocal insurance exchanges are designed to offer more affordable and comprehensive coverage than traditional insurers.
Kirkland Advises WIN Waste Innovations on Sale of South Broward Waste-to-Energy Facility in Florida
Kirkland & Ellis advised WIN Waste Innovations on the sale of Wheelabrator South Broward Inc., which owns the South Broward Waste-to-Energy Facility in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to FCC Environmental Services.
Plaintiff Alleges Retail Giant Negligence After Slip-and-Fall Incident
A slip-and-fall incident at Walmart has led John Schroeder to file a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East for negligence after sustaining significant injuries at their Largo location.
Snapchat calls state attorney general's lawsuit a distraction from First Amendment issues
Florida’s attorney general is suing the popular Snapchat social media platform, alleging that the company has refused to follow a new state law requiring social media firms to obtain parental consent before providing accounts to 14- to 15-year-olds.
Café Sued Over Alleged Negligence Resulting in Patron Injury
A Florida café faces legal action after an incident allegedly caused by negligence resulted in injuries to patron Rickie Gaten.
Patient Sues Doctor and Medical Facilities Over Alleged Surgical Negligence During C-section
In a lawsuit filed on April 15th in Pinellas County's Circuit Court, Taryn Kidd accuses Dr.Georgette McCance along with Women's Care Florida LLC and Morton Plant Hospital Association Inc.of medical negligence following a Cesarean section.
Shopping Plaza Owners Accused of Negligence After Visitor Injury
Timothy Evans has taken legal action against three companies following an injury sustained at a Boca Raton shopping plaza due to alleged negligence.
Attorney General James Uthmeier Charges Member of Cyberfraud Ring
Attorney General James Uthmeier’s Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit charged a member of a cyberfraud ring for stealing more than $50,000 from Floridians.
6th Circuit Jnc Announces Judicial Interview Schedule
Notice is hereby given that the following individuals will be interviewed by the Sixth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission for nomination to fill the Circuit Court vacancy created by the resignation and retirement of Judge George Jirotka.
Partner of Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig LLP: HB 1551 'takes away a tried and true mechanism'
Matthew Lavisky, a partner at Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig LLP, said House Bill 1551 reinstates excessive attorney fees and undermines previous insurance litigation reforms.
Legislative affairs director for Gov. DeSantis on tort reform: 'Florida finally stabilized its insurance market'
Peter Cuderman, Director of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs of the Executive Office, said that Florida's insurance market has stabilized following major tort reforms.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Local Sports Association Following Injury
A local woman has filed a lawsuit against Upper Pinellas Youth Sports Association following an injury she sustained on their premises due to alleged negligence.
Resident Sues Municipal Entity Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
A Pinellas County resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of Tarpon Springs following an accident involving an automatic gate at Sunset Beach that resulted in severe injuries.