A Quick Note about Removal with Less Than $75,000 in Medical Specials
Removing a case to federal court requires diversity of citizenship...

Mike Forte practices in the areas of trucking, casualty and product liability. He defends clients in trucking accidents involving negligence, catastrophic injury and wrongful death in both state and federal courts. A large portion of his practice involves defending Canadian drivers in lawsuits stemming from Florida accidents. Mike has written and lectured extensively on cross-border issues important to Canadians. He also defends manufacturers of medical equipment and exercise equipment, as well as automobile and airplane manufacturers in product liability matters, and represents retail companies across the state in matters involving negligent security and premises liability.
Automotive/Transportation Committee, Chair
Trial Advocate Quarterly, Chair of Editorial Board
Stetson University College of Law — J.D., cum laude, 2002
University of Florida — B.A., English and Political Science, high honors, 1999