News from January 2024
Former employee with Down's Syndrome files ADA lawsuit against Lowe's
A former employee who has Down's Syndrome accuses Lowe's of discrimination and retaliation.
Former employee files discrimination lawsuit against Waste Management
A former employee has filed a discrimination lawsuit against Waste Management.
Unlicensed Florida vacation rentals creating tax evasion concerns, new study finds
The growing problem of unlicensed vacation rentals in Florida is costing the state millions per year in lost revenue and threatening the safety of both renters and their neighbors, according to a new report from Florida TaxWatch.
Lawsuit against property-damage law firm by former client tossed
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge has agreed that a former client has no federal case against a law firm it hopes to prevent from taking fees in pending cases.
Florida county, magnet school named in sexual assault lawsuit
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - The mother of a Florida magnet school student says her child was sexually assaulted and is blaming Hillsborough County School Board in a recent lawsuit.
Polsinelli Releases 2024 Tech Transactions & Data Privacy Report
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has released its fourth annual Tech Transactions & Data Privacy Report, providing insights into the most pressing data privacy, cybersecurity and technology trends and developments affecting companies and organizations.
Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission Certifies List for Appointment to the Circuit Court
The Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission interviewed 19 applicants for the purpose of selecting and submitting a list of highly qualified lawyers for appointment to the Circuit Court.
Parents file ADA lawsuit against Hillsborough County schools
Parents, J.S. and L.S., have filed a lawsuit against the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida on behalf of their minor child A.H.S. The suit alleges violations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Mother says minor daughter was assaulted on Carnival cruise
A Texas woman has filed a lawsuit alleging her minor daughter was sexually assaulted by a fellow passenger on a Carnival cruise.
Lawsuits go after Walmart, Target products for destroying coral
TAMPA — Two lawsuits have been filed against Target and Walmart alleging the retailers are harming coral reefs with their alleged "reef-friendly" sunscreens.
Miami-Dade Bar names Reed Smith associates Toam Rubinstein and Ana R. Ulseth to 40 Under 40 list
Global law firm Reed Smith tday announced that associates Toam Rubinstein and Ana R. Ulseth have been named recipients of the 2024 Miami-Dade Bar Young Lawyers Section 40 Under 40 Award.
1st Circuit Jnc Notice of County Court Judicial Applicants and Interview Schedule
The First Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission received applications from the individuals listed below to fill the vacancy in the First Judicial Circuit, Walton County Court created by the retirement of Judge David Green.
Miami business owners file new lawsuit calling for Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo's ouster
Two Miami businessmen who last year won a damages award of more than $63 million against Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo for free-speech violations are now suing in state court to have Carollo removed from his elective office.
Motion to dismiss federal lawsuit challenging book removals from Escambia County school libraries rejected
A federal judge has given plaintiffs challenging the removal of books from library shelves in Escambia County public schools the green light to move forward on a First Amendment lawsuit.
Attorney General Moody Presents Cabinet Resolution One More Child Organization
Attorney General Ashley Moody is recognizing the efforts of the Florida Baptist Children’s Home d/b/a One More Child organization for assisting young victims of human trafficking.
2024 WIND Conference on January 31, 2024
Richard J. Maleski will present “Peeling Back the Layers in Roofing Claims: Documenting the Loss & Looking for Subrogation Opportunities (W5)” at the 2024 WIND Conference in Orlando, Florida.
Florida property insurance lawsuits appear on downward trajectory, new study finds
A new state report points to signs that recent tort reforms aimed at reducing litigated property insurance claims are gaining traction, but industry officials caution that more time is needed before any victory can be declared in the current insurance crisis.
Irene Thaler to Present on Preparing Insurance Estimates at WIND Conference
Irene Thaler will present at the annual Windstorm Insurance Network (WIND) Conference in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday, January 31.
FSU Law Students Serving as Florida Supreme Court Fellows
We are thrilled to share that seven of our outstanding 3Ls were selected for this year’s class of Florida Supreme Court Fellows!
Suspended Florida prosecutor's lawsuit against DeSantis can go forward, appeals court says
A federal appeals court has breathed new life into a lawsuit filed by a Hillsborough County prosecutor who was suspended by Gov. Ron DeSantis over statements related to abortion issues and trans gender health care, as well as his prosecution policies.