News from 2022
The Jury Has The Case And You Are in the Hall: What Key Issues Should You Be Focused On
The Jury Has The Case And You Are in the Hall: What Key Issues Should You Be Focused On.
3M to appeal latest military earplugs jury verdict amounting to $668,000
3M Co. will appeal the latest jury damages award in the ongoing military earplugs litigation in the Northern District of Florida, arguing that the defense was prevented from introducing key evidence in the case.
Greenberg Traurig is Adding 6 Top Tier Real Estate Finance Partners from Winston & Strawn
Greenberg Traurig is Adding 6 Top Tier Real Estate Finance Partners from Winston & Strawn.
Florida opioid trial testimony; Walgreens said DEA bullied them, lobbied to fight back
In an ironic twist during a trial in Florida to determine if Walgreens Pharmacy recklessly prescribed opioids creating an epidemic, a 2013 email between company officials accused the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration of bullying them.
COVID-19 and Gender: The Impact of the Pandemic on Women in the Profession on May 5, 2022
COVID-19 and Gender: The Impact of the Pandemic on Women in the Profession on May 5, 2022.
Orange County lake sues to block mixed-use wetlands development
In a novel filing, Orange County water bodies are listed as plaintiffs in a lawsuit being litigated in the Orlando circuit court that alleges the developer of a 1,923-acre site is endangering Lake Mary Jane’s right to exist.
Attorney General Moody Continues Thin Line Tribute in Vero Beach
Attorney General Moody Continues Thin Line Tribute in Vero Beach.
Florida colleges urged to stand against state's new 'Stop WOKE Act'; Lawsuit contemplated
A civil liberties group is urging Florida colleges and universities to narrowly interpret or even defy a new state law that opponents say puts unconstitutional restraints on the academic freedom of professors.
Voting rights groups sue to overturn Florida's new congressional redistricting map
The League of Women Voters of Florida and other voting rights groups are suing to have the new congressional redistricting map signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis last week declared a violation of the state constitution.
1st Circuit JNC Notice of Circuit Court Judicial Vacancy
1st Circuit JNC Notice of Circuit Court Judicial Vacancy.
Citizens groups challenge state Supreme Court to overturn Florida Power & Light rate hike
Several citizens groups are urging the Florida Supreme Court to overturn an electricity rate increase for Florida Power & Light (FPL) approved by the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) in January.
Greenberg Traurig Bolsters its Florida IP Roster as Tech Companies Relocate and Expand to the State
Greenberg Traurig Bolsters its Florida IP Roster as Tech Companies Relocate and Expand to the State.
Pharmacist, defense attorneys spar over Walgreens prescriptions in Florida opioid trial
In a trial accusing Walgreens pharmacies of causing an opioid epidemic in Florida, defense attorneys on April 26 attempted to undermine the testimony of a former professor of pharmacy, questioning his methodology in a study that alleged the pharmacies had ignored red flagged (suspicious prescription orders).
United States Attorney Announces Results Of Project Safe Neighborhoods Strategy
United States Attorney Announces Results Of Project Safe Neighborhoods Strategy.
Pharmacy expert in Florida trial tells court Walgreens failed to resolve suspicious opioid orders
A professor of pharmacy called as an expert witness by the State of Florida on April 25 told a jury that of the prescriptions he reviewed between 2007 and 2020, Walgreens Pharmacies failed to investigate and resolve 89.3 percent of the suspicious prescription opioid drug orders received.
Bradley’s Monica Wilson Dozier Named to UF Alumni Association’s “40 Gators Under 40”
Bradley’s Monica Wilson Dozier Named to UF Alumni Association’s “40 Gators Under 40”.
Opioid litigation tactics questioned as Florida Walgreens trial advances
As the state of Florida and Walgreens face off in a trial over liability issues in the opioid epidemic, tort reform supporters are raising questions about whether protracted litigation is the best way to deal with such a complex social problem.
Avoid Using Public Wi-Fi While Preparing Tax Returns to Protect Personal Information
Avoid Using Public Wi-Fi While Preparing Tax Returns to Protect Personal Information.
Appeals court orders dismissal of class action over Miami Dade College's online instruction
A Florida appeals court has rejected the basis of a class action lawsuit brought by a Miami Dade College (MDC) student who sought to recover mandatory student fees after the college switched to remote instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic.
$4 million malpractice verdict reversed over daughter's lifetime damages
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida appeals court reversed a $4 million wrongful death verdict after a plaintiff attorney urged jurors to consider the “long, long life” over which an alleged malpractice victim’s daughter would have to think about her father’s death.