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Product Liability

Florida Tort Reform Now Law: Effective Upon Governor’s Signature

Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 837 into law this morning after the Florida Legislature passed...

Professional Liability

Florida Supreme Court Resolves Conflict Among District Courts of Appeal over MedMal Notice Period

What’s the difference between too late and just in time? The Supreme Court of Florida...

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Appellate

4th DCA Judge Calls for Reform of Proposal for Settlement Rule and Statute – RE: Ambiguity

On February 16, 2022, the Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled in favor of an...

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Professional Liability

“Judicial Referrals” to Receive Special Treatment

Pending before the Florida Supreme Court is a new rule of discipline which will substantively...

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Professional Liability

Florida Supreme Court: Insurers can Sue Attorneys for Malpractice Under Subrogation Provision

The Florida Supreme Court has given the proverbial “green light” for insurance companies to sue...

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Professional Liability

Fourth DCA Reinforces Chapter 395 Discovery Immunity and What it Takes to Waive It

The absolute nature of discovery immunity for the peer review and credentialing process under Chapter...

Professional Liability

Motion Practice Jerry Springer-Style: When Zealous Advocacy Becomes Unprofessional Conduct

A recent order by Senior U.S. District Judge Donald L. Graham provides a strong reminder...

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Professional Liability

Florida Bar Admission Proceedings: Why You Need Counsel

“You have the right to an attorney.” –Miranda warning  “You have the right to be...

Casualty Litigation

Florida Governor Signs COVID Liability Limitation Bill into Law

On March 29, 2021, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 72 into law, providing civil...

Professional Liability

Legislative Update: COVID-19 General Liability Legislation Passes First Key Vote

For most recent update, click here. Florida House Bill 7 (HB 7), Civil Liability for...