News from June 2022
Celebrating Pride Month: Week 1, Glossary of Lgbtq+ Terms
Celebrating Pride Month: Week 1, Glossary of Lgbtq+ Terms.
Florida's high court hears challenge of state law barring local gun restrictions
The Florida Supreme Court heard arguments last week challenging a state law that restricts local governments from regulating firearms and ammunition and allows for fines against local election officials who vote for such regulations.
Greenberg Traurig Recognized in IFLR1000 Banking and Finance 2022 Rankings
Greenberg Traurig Recognized in IFLR1000 Banking and Finance 2022 Rankings.
Lawsuit filed over crash during police chase in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) – A Florida woman is suing the City of Tampa, alleging its police failed to trap a fleeing suspect who later crashed into her.
Registration and Award Nominations for 2022 Human Trafficking Summit are Now Open
Registration and Award Nominations for 2022 Human Trafficking Summit are Now Open.
Florida class-action settlement ends 'automatic' solitary confinement on death row
The Florida Department of Corrections has decided to settle a federal class-action lawsuit challenging the department’s policy of “automatically” putting death row inmates in permanent solitary confinement.
Class of 2024 Reception on June 14, 2022
Class of 2024 Reception on June 14, 2022.
Florida contractors group files lawsuit over new property insurance reform
A trade association representing independent contractors that specialize in making storm repairs has filed a lawsuit against a new property insurance reform measure, arguing that the new law tramples on the rights of contractors and homeowners.
Shook Partner Explains Case-Ending Themes at Trial With The Daily Business Review
Shook Partner Explains Case-Ending Themes at Trial With The Daily Business Review.
Appeals court expansion will go forward despite veto of $65 million in courthouse funding
Plans to add a sixth appeals court district in Florida, as well as seven new appellate judgeships, won’t be sidelined after Gov. Ron DeSantis’ veto of $65 million in funding for Tampa Bay-area courthouse facilities last week.
Louisiana bill would allow public entities that require covid vaccinations to be sued
A bill that would give Louisianans the right to file civil lawsuits against government agencies and public schools and universities that discriminate on the basis of coronavirus vaccination status is now headed to the governor’s desk.
Greenberg Traurig Adds Former Gubernatorial Senior Staffer Beau Beaubien to Tallahassee Office
Greenberg Traurig Adds Former Gubernatorial Senior Staffer Beau Beaubien to Tallahassee Office.
Florida's high court rejects chance to weigh in on congressional redistricting challenge
In a one-page decision, the Florida Supreme Court last week declined to consider opponents’ arguments challenging the legality of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ congressional redistricting map, meaning the map will likely be used in this year’s elections.
Holland & Knight Ranked Among Nation's Top Law Firms by Chambers USA
Holland & Knight Ranked Among Nation's Top Law Firms by Chambers USA.
Holland & Knight Recognized for Top Deals at 2022 M&A Atlas Awards
Holland & Knight Recognized for Top Deals at 2022 M&A Atlas Awards.
Seven Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named IP Stars by Managing Intellectual Property
Seven Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named IP Stars by Managing Intellectual Property.
Florida insurance commissioner sued over approval of policy language changes
A trade association has filed a lawsuit against Florida’s insurance commissioner and two insurers, alleging that recently approved policy language changes designed to reduce litigated property insurance claims violate state law and the Florida Constitution.
DeSantis signs property insurance reforms aimed at reducing abusive litigation
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation that aims to help stabilize the struggling Florida property insurance industry, crack down on frivolous home insurance claims and fight skyrocketing insurance premium costs.
17 apply to fill the seat of retiring Florida Supreme Court Justice Alan Lawson
The process of appointing a new Florida Supreme Court justice swings into high gear this month as a judicial nominating panel prepares to interview 17 candidates who applied to fill the position of retiring Justice Alan Lawson.
Following Calls by Attorney General Moody and Other State AGs, the FCC Takes Action to Stop Foreign Robocalls
Following Calls by Attorney General Moody and Other State AGs, the FCC Takes Action to Stop Foreign Robocalls.