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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.
Florida woman who said she was raped by Lyft driver files federal lawsuit
A Florida woman who said she was repeatedly raped by a Lyft driver almost five years ago and then endured a problematic pregnancy is suing the ride-share company for compensatory and punitive damages.
Woman says she slipped on hand sanitizer during Royal Caribbean cruise
A Florida woman say she was injured when she slipped on hand sanitizer during her cruise.
Woman says she was attacked by crew member on MSC cruise
A woman has filed a lawsuit claiming she was sexually assaulted by a crew member during a cruise.
Perspectives in Bankruptcy Law Symposium
January 26, our FSU Business Review will host their second annual symposium at the law school.
Wilson Elser Strengthens Miami Team with Three Leading Women Litigators
National law firm Wilson Elser announced that it has hired three leading attorneys in its Miami, Florida, office.
Alexandra Bach Lagos to Speak at UM Class Action & Complex Litigation Forum
Greenberg Traurig, P.A. Shareholder Alexandra Bach Lagos will speak Jan. 25 at the 8th annual Miami Law Class Action & Complex Litigation Forum at the University of Miami School of Law.
Walmart's $45M settlement over produce weight gets thumbs up from judge
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A judge is approving a class action settlement with Walmart that claims to be worth $45 million.
Made-in-America lawsuit against Mexican-style desserts already rejected once, company says
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Armed with a ruling from more than two years, the maker of Mexican-style frozen treats is asking a judge to toss a class action that complains they were made in California.
Toilet explosion at Dunkin' Donuts covers customer in feces and urine, lawsuit says
ORLANDO, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida man's recent lawsuit alleges a nightmare scenario in which a toilet at a Dunkin' Donuts location exploded, covering him in human waste.
Lobster restaurant faces lawsuit after customer bites shell
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida lawsuit alleges injuries from biting down on a shell at a lobster restaurant.