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Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Real Estate Trust Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Francisco De La Vera has filed a lawsuit against United Dominion Realty Trust over an alleged slip-and-fall incident caused by negligence at their Clearwater apartment complex.
Plaintiff sues food manufacturers Carl Buddig & Co., KRRT Partnership; retailer ALDI for Negligence
Daniel Mercado has filed a lawsuit against Carl Buddig & Co., KRRT Partnership, and ALDI after sustaining injuries from defective lunch meat purchased at an ALDI store.
Oldsmar Mayor Accuses Former Mayor of Defamation Over Perjury Allegations
In a dramatic turn of events in Oldsmar politics, current Mayor Daniel Saracki has filed a defamation lawsuit against former Mayor Eric Seidel over allegations of perjury made on social media.
Advisory: Reporters’ Workshop High Profile Case Study: Marsy’s Law Webinar on Feb. 25
Join us for an online Reporters’ Workshop webinar High-Profile Case Study: Marsy’s Law to be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 25.
First 100 Days of Trump Administration: Practical Immigration Advice for Employers on February 18, 2025
This webinar will focus on immigration-related challenges and considerations for employers since President Trump took office and provide guidance on outcomes ahead.
Asian Pasific American Law Students Association (APALSA): Asian Attorney Panel on February 18, 2025
Join us to hear from three local Asian attorneys: Aimee Lim, Yen Bailey and Professor Henry Wang as they discuss how they got to where they are today and how they face adversity in the legal field.
Florida's property insurance market shows signs of stabilization
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) has released a statement regarding the stabilization of Florida's property insurance market.
20th Circuit Jnc County Court Judicial Vacancy Interview Schedule
The Twentieth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has determined the following interview schedule for the listed applicants who will be considered for nomination to Gov. Ron DeSantis to fill the current Hendry County Court vacancy in the Twentieth Judicial Circuit.
Tort reform advocates: More changes needed to right Florida's 'economic boat'
Despite progress in passing tort reforms in recent sessions of the state Legislature, Floridians pay on average $1,238 per person in the form of a “tort tax” that eradicates almost 240,000 jobs annually around the state, tort reform advocates said Thursday.
Jason Domark Named “Distinguished Leader” by Daily Business Review’s Florida Legal Awards
Jason Domark, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been named a Florida Legal Awards honoree in the Distinguished Leaders category.
Florida Attorney General’s Office of Statewide Prosecution Secures 12-Year Prison Sentence for Child Predator
The Florida Attorney General’s Office of Statewide Prosecution secured a 12-year prison sentence for a child predator in Orange County. Jarrod Long responded to an online advertisement and began communicating with someone who claimed to be a 13-year-old girl.
Florida VW, Audi dealers sue Scout Motors, alleging violation of franchising law
Volkswagen and Audi dealers in Florida are suing Virginia-based Scout Motors for moving forward with direct sales of its sport-utility vehicles to customers – an action the dealers allege violates the state’s Motor Vehicle Dealer Act.
Student, Professor Win National Pro Bono Awards
While pro bono service is a cultural cornerstone at Stetson Law, sometimes a student, professor, or staff member will go well beyond what is expected of them.
Ashley Gomez-Rodon Selected as an “On the Rise” Attorney by Daily Business Review’s Florida Legal Awards
Ashley Gomez-Rodon, an associate in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected as a Florida Legal Awards honoree in the On the Rise category.
Litigation Duo Franklin Zemel and Alan Poppe Join Fox Rothschild in Florida
Fox Rothschild welcomes Franklin L. Zemel, CIPP/US, CIPM and Alan R. Poppe as partners in the Litigation Department.
6th Circuit Jnc Announces Circuit Court Judicial Vacancy
The Sixth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission announces a judicial vacancy in the Circuit Court due to the resignation and retirement to Circuit Court Judge James R. Stearns.
Stetson Law Alum Confirmed as U.S. Attorney General
The United States Senate has confirmed former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi ’90 for the role of United States Attorney General.
DeSantis, business leaders bullish on insurance market trends, rate decreases
Florida’s insurance market, which has been battered by active hurricane seasons, excessive litigation and spiraling rates, is undergoing a turnaround, the governor said last week as he touted premium decreases and more insurers moving into the state.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Tequesta Country Club after scalding incident
Ronald Ricci has taken legal action against Tequesta Country Club following an incident where he sustained severe burns due to alleged negligence by an employee handling hot beverages improperly.
Plaintiff alleges former employer accused of Pregnancy Discrimination
Daiana Rosa Morales has filed a lawsuit against Pedi Pec Inc., claiming unlawful discrimination based on sex and pregnancy following termination shortly after announcing her pregnancy.