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Federal judge dismisses free-speech lawsuit filed by Disney against DeSantis
Disney Parks and Resorts said it will appeal a recent federal court ruling dismissing the company’s free-speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis, the state Department of Economic Opportunity secretary and members of the special district overseeing Disney.
PPMS in 2024: Spotlight on the Specialty Dental Sector on February 15
The physician practice management (PPM) space continues to evolve in response to shifting market trends, demand for specialized care and emerging opportunities in underutilized sectors.
Sick Orlando plaintiffs appeal loss of suit against Lockheed Martin
ATLANTA (Legal Newsline) - Lawyers representing dozens of Orlando-area plaintiffs against Lockheed Martin are appealing a Florida federal judge's decision to throw out some of the claims, based on unreliable scientific testimony.
3 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Selected for Lawdragon Green 500: The 2024 Leaders in Environmental Law
Three Greenberg Traurig, LLP Environmental Practice shareholders were selected for the Lawdragon Green 500: The 2024 Leaders in Environmental Law guide.
FSU College of Law Ranked Nation's 2nd for Best Quality of Life and 7th for Best Professors
Florida State University College of Law has been ranked the nation’s second best law school for best quality of life and seventh best law school for best professors.
Family of woman attacked, drowned by gator sues senior housing complex
The family of a resident of the Spanish Lakes Fairways retirement community in Fort Pierce is suing the development’s owner for wrongful death after their mother was attacked and drowned by an alligator last year.
Fox Rothschild Welcomes Commercial Real Estate Partner John Catalano in Miami
Fox Rothschild is pleased to welcome John M. Catalano to our Miami office as partner in the Real Estate Department.
Daily Business Review Names Cameron Baker and Scott Snyder to “On the Rise” List
Fox Rothschild congratulates Cameron Baker and Scott M. Snyder, who were honored by the Daily Business Review on its 2024 list of attorneys “On the Rise.”
Children's Harbor Main Campus Administrative Building Named in Honor of Holland & Knight Partner Martin J. Alexander
Holland & Knight Partner Martin J. Alexander, a member of the Children's Harbor board since its founding in 1996 and the former board chair, was recognized for his contributions at Children's Harbor annual Winterfest event, where he was presented a plaque that will be mounted on the Children's Harbor main office building identifying it as the "Martin J. Alexander Administrative Building."
Groundbreaking Law Professor Luz Nagle Retires from Stetson
From standing up to violent drug cartels in Medellin, Colombia to spending nights and weekends tailoring lesson plans to meet the evolving needs of students, Law Professor Luz Nagle has spent decades in selfless pursuit of a more just world.
Employee accuses American Airlines of sexual harassment
An employee is accusing American Airlines of sexual harassment.
Florida lawmakers proposing bills to mandate disclosure of third-party litigation funding
A Florida measure is advancing in the state Legislature that would require the disclosure of third-party litigation funding agreements in civil lawsuits, limit what investors could recover through damages awards and boost transparency of foreign financial interests.
James D’Cruz Joins Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses State-wide Board of Directors
James D’Cruz, associate from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A.’s Orlando office, has been named a member of the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses (FAVOB) state-wide board of directors, joining a team of officers comprising 15 members.
Class action claims Comcast didn't protect customers' personal information
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Comcast Cable and Citrix Systems alleging the companies failed to protect customers' personal information.
Frat sued after player hit in face at flag football game
ORLANDO, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Litigation has followed a flag football game at the University of Central Florida, during which one player says he was struck in the face and injured.
Papasakelariou Awarded “40 Under 40” by Young Lawyers Section of the Miami-Dade Bar
Maria Papasakelariou (Associate-Miami, FL) has been selected by the Young Lawyers Section of the Miami-Dade Bar to receive a “40 Under 40” award, to be presented on February 22, 2024, at the section’s Miami Nights affair at the Coral Gables Museum.
Honoring a Legacy – James “Jim” C. Rinaman, Jr. (February 8, 1935 – January 26, 2024).
James C. Rinaman, Jr. was Marks Gray’s longest tenured attorney. Mr. Rinaman’s career began in 1960 and he served as an attorney with the firm for 56 years. He retired from Marks Gray in 2016.
Vedder Price Receives U.S. News & World Report Recognition
Vedder Price is pleased to announce that it has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s “2024 Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms” in its inaugural ratings of U.S. firms as places to work that were released.
Class actions claim Glad recycling trash bags aren't biodegradable
ORLANDO — Two class action lawsuits have been filed against The Glad Products Compay and The Clorox Company alleging misleading marketing on non-biodegradable products.
Class action targets Publix for selling NyQuil with ineffective ingredient
WEST PALM BEACH — A class action complaint was filed in Florida federal court alleging that Procter & Gamble and Publix Supermarkets knowingly marketed and sold ineffective products for nasal and sinus congestion relief.