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Florida tort costs of nearly $6,000 per household expected to decline due to reforms, report predicts
Florida’s tort costs per household have ballooned to $5,768 per year, the third highest in the nation behind Delaware and Washington, D.C., based on 2022 data on lawsuit costs – the most recent numbers available.
Over 30 Reed Smith lawyers recommended in Lexology Index rankings
Lawyers from across global law firm Reed Smith have been recognized in recent Lexology Index rankings of leading international practitioners.
Seeking Attorney Coaches: 2025 High School Appellate Brief Writing & Moot Court Competition
The High School Appellate Brief Writing & Moot Court Competition is an event that provides high school students in Florida with a unique and enriching experience in the world of law and advocacy.
Greenberg Traurig Advises on 2024 Bond Buyer Deal of the Year
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP served as Bond Counsel to Brightline Trains Florida on its $3.2 billion private activity bond issuance, earning The Bond Buyer’s 2024 Deal of the Year.
Attorney General Moody Fights Back Against Latest Biden Attempt to Make Taxpayers Pay for Others’ Student Loan Debt
Attorney General Ashley Moody is fighting back against Biden’s latest federal overreach attempt.
Moody joins push to put Biden administration on notice about another student loan rule
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is part of a coalition of 23 state AGs working in an effort to stop what it calls the Biden administration’s fourth illegal attempt to “saddle working Americans with someone else’s” student loan debt.
Insurance Coverage Mediation Strategies & Techniques on December 10, 2024
Joseph F. Rich will present the webinar “Insurance Coverage Mediation Strategies & Techniques” for the Florida Defense Lawyers Association.
Foley Attorneys Recognized as Notable Women Leaders in Law by Florida Trend
Foley & Lardner LLP attorneys Jana Kolarik, Christi Lawson, and Lauren Valiente have been selected by Florida Trend as Legal Elite Notable Women Leaders in Law.
How Stetson Leads the Way in AI & the Legal Profession
On campus and beyond, the Stetson Law community leads in this new frontier.
Applicants Sought for Statewide Judicial Nomination Commission for Judges of Compensation Claims, Attorney Vacancies (Second and Fourth Dca)
The Florida Bar Board of Governors is seeking applicants for the following vacancies on the Statewide Judicial Nominating Commission for Judges of Compensation Claims, the vacancies will be filled during the Board’s March 28, 2025, meeting.
Plaintiffs, school district in lawsuit over 'Tango Makes Three' book removal file for summary judgment
The Escambia County school board and the authors of the children’s book “And Tango Makes Three” are both urging a federal district judge to grant summary judgment in their favor in a lawsuit challenging a new Florida law that restricts school books with “sexual content.”
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Walmart Following Store Injury
Jacolby Jackson has filed a lawsuit against Walmart after suffering injuries allegedly caused by negligent maintenance at one of its stores.
Former Client Alleges Legal Malpractice Against Attorney Over Invalidated Antenuptial Agreement
A former client has accused his attorney of legal malpractice after an antenuptial agreement meant to protect him financially during divorce proceedings was invalidated due to inadequate disclosure requirements not being met under Florida law at...
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Private Prison Operators Over Inmate Death
Andrea Griffin has filed a lawsuit against The GEO Group Inc., alleging negligence led to her son Antron's death at South Bay Correctional Facility.
Resident Sues Property Management Companies Over Negligence After Fall
A Lake Worth resident has taken legal action against two property management companies following a fall on unmarked wet stairs at his apartment complex.
Property Manager Sues Florida Company for Sexual Harassment
Mabelin Diaz has filed a lawsuit against Hawk-Eye Management for alleged sexual harassment by a supervisor and subsequent retaliation after reporting it.
Resident Alleges Negligence Against Local Church Over Hidden Hazard
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against Family Church 2 LLC claiming negligence after sustaining injuries from stepping into an unmarked hole on church property.
Plaintiff (optician business) accuses Defendant (former legal counsel) of Professional Negligence
Finer Optics has filed a lawsuit against their former legal representatives at James N. Brown Law Firm for alleged professional negligence during a real estate transaction dispute involving their West Palm Beach location lease agreement gone awry.
Plaintiff accuses siblings of malicious prosecution and defamation amid family estate dispute
In a dramatic legal showdown, one brother accuses two others of orchestrating a scheme involving malicious prosecution and defamation to take control over their father's estate.
Greenberg Traurig Advised Qemetica on the Completion of Acquisition of American PPG's Precipitated Silica Business in Largest M&A Deal by a Polish Company in the United States
Greenberg Traurig advised Qemetica on the completion of its acquisition of PPG’s precipitated silica business for approximately PLN 1.2 billion (USD 310 million).