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Friday, November 15, 2024

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Florida bill would allow police officers to seek victim protection under Marsy's Law

By Michael Carroll |
In response to a recent state Supreme Court decision, a Florida lawmaker has proposed measures that would restore the right of crime victims, including on-duty police officers, not to have their names disclosed to the public.

Woman blames Norwegian Cruise Lines, DJ Khaled for sexual assault on cruise

By Kyla Asbury |
MIAMI — A lawsuit alleges a security guard committed sexual assault during a cruise event organized by Norwegian Cruise Lines.

Greenberg Traurig Advises FBR Limited in Agreements to Drive Construction Innovation

By The Florida Record |
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. advised FBR Limited, a leading Australian-based robotics innovator, in its binding agreements with construction products giant CRH Ventures Americas, Inc., for a demonstration program to jointly construct up to 10 houses in the United States.

ABA Releases New Book by Veteran Litigator Dan Small: Lessons Learned from a Life on Trial

By The Florida Record |
Holland & Knight Partner and veteran litigator Dan Small has authored a new book, Lessons Learned from a Life on Trial, published by the American Bar Association (ABA).

JetBlue flight attendant says she was fired after fighting mask mandate

By Florida Record |
A former JetBlue flight attendant accuses the airline of disability discrimination after she fought against being required to wear a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Woman files racial discrimination lawsuit against FedEx

By Florida Record |
A Black woman has filed a racial discrimination lawsuit against FedEx.

Federal judge dismisses free-speech lawsuit filed by Disney against DeSantis

By Michael Carroll |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By John O'Brien |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By Michael Carroll |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By Florida Record |
An employee is accusing American Airlines of sexual harassment.

Florida lawmakers proposing bills to mandate disclosure of third-party litigation funding

By Michael Carroll |
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

By The Florida Record |
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

By Florida Record |
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Comcast Cable and Citrix Systems alleging the companies failed to protect customers' personal information.