Florida

  • February 13, 2026

    CSX Wants Quick 11th Circ. Appeal In Workers' FMLA Fight

    CSX Transportation Inc. is asking a Florida federal court to allow for an immediate appeal to the Eleventh Circuit of the denial of its bid to dismiss a former employee's medical leave claims, arguing that the ruling runs counter to what other appellate courts have said on this statute of limitations issue.

  • February 13, 2026

    Real Estate Recap: Office Conversions, Multifamily Oversupply

    Catch up on this past week's key developments by state from Law360 Real Estate Authority — including attorney insights into the office conversion puzzle and a look at multifamily oversupply heading into 2026.

  • February 13, 2026

    Conn. Title Insurer Settles With Atty Tossed From Boards

    Connecticut title insurer CATIC and related entities have settled a state court lawsuit that real estate attorney Tony E. Jorgensen brought over his removal from boards of directors after audits of his firm identified "alleged bad acts," according to court records.

  • February 13, 2026

    Ethics Groups Seek Pause On Trump's $10B Tax Leak Suit

    Ethics groups asked a Florida federal court to pause President Donald Trump's $10 billion suit against the Internal Revenue Service and block any money settlement until he finishes his term, saying his pursuit of damages for his leaked tax returns raises constitutional and ethical concerns.

  • February 13, 2026

    Atty Fights Latest Bid To Sink Social Media Defamation Suit

    A New Jersey attorney suing a Texas-based social media personality for defamation urged the court to disregard the defendant's motion to reconsider a decision allowing the lawsuit to proceed.

  • February 13, 2026

    Palm Beach Says Homeowner's Private Beach Suit Is Too Late

    The town of Palm Beach, Florida, urged a federal court to rule that a homeowner can't claim ownership of their entire beachfront property, arguing Friday that public use existed before the homeowner bought the parcel and the suit alleging illegal land taking was filed beyond the statute of limitations.

  • February 13, 2026

    Insurance Call Center Misclassifies Workers, Suit Says

    An insurance call-center business misclassified its sales representatives as independent contractors and flouted "the most basic payroll" requirements by paying them through a cash app, a worker said in a proposed collective action in Florida federal court.

  • February 12, 2026

    Fla. Bank Punished Whistleblowers, Fired Execs Say

    Three former top executives of First National Bank of Pasco have sued their ex-employer in Florida federal court, alleging it wrongfully fired them for blowing the whistle on what they called banking law violations, risky fintech exposure and improper board conduct, among other things.

  • February 12, 2026

    Fla. Court Tosses 'King Of Vape' Suit Against NY Post

    A Florida federal court dismissed a defamation complaint that a store owner operating as "The King of Vape" brought against the New York Post over an article referring to him as an "Israel hater" who aided Hamas and also sold illegal nicotine products, saying claims weren't sufficiently alleged.

  • February 12, 2026

    Ex-Pharma Exec Fights AGs' Quick Win Bid In Antitrust Case

    A former pharmaceutical marketing executive urged a Connecticut federal court to reject summary judgment sought against him by state attorneys general pursuing wider price-fixing litigation against most of the generic drug industry, arguing key cooperating witnesses' questionable credibility makes a trial necessary.

  • February 12, 2026

    Prep School To Pay OFAC $1.7M Over Cartel-Tied Payments

    A Florida boarding school for student athletes has agreed to pay $1.72 million to settle claims it took tuition payments from families with ties to a sanctioned Mexican drug cartel, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control announced Thursday.

  • February 12, 2026

    Flight Simulator Co. Files Ch. 11 Amid Industry Challenges

    Florida-based flight simulator company Avenger Flight Group has filed for Chapter 11 protection in Delaware bankruptcy court, saying airline industry headwinds have left it seeking a sale to deal with more than $273 million in debt.

  • February 12, 2026

    11th Circ. Upholds Arbitration Order In Hospital-Union Row

    The Eleventh Circuit has affirmed an order sending 17 HCA Florida hospitals to arbitration to resolve a Service Employees International Union affiliate's grievances about legal fees tied to a dues deduction dispute.

  • February 12, 2026

    Inventor Says Claims Against Baker Botts Atty Should Remain

    Inventor Leigh M. Rothschild and Analytical Technologies LLC are taking issue with a Florida federal judge recommending tossing some claims in their lawsuit alleging a patent attorney defamed him, arguing Rothschild's words should be considered commercial speech.

  • February 11, 2026

    Loomer Faces Contempt Hearing Over CAIR Comments

    Political activist Laura Loomer defended her social media responses to the Council on American-Islamic Relations after being accused of civil contempt for breaching an agreement not to make public statements about the group, testifying Wednesday in Florida federal court that she had to protect her credibility as a journalist.

  • February 11, 2026

    AGs Warn Cos. Plastic Initiatives May Break Competition Laws

    The attorneys general of 10 red states have warned 80 corporations that their purported involvement in organizations aiming to reduce plastic waste might run afoul of antitrust and consumer protection laws, following similar competition-focused actions targeting environmental and diversity groups at the state and federal levels.

  • February 11, 2026

    Mobile Home Orgs Can't Bring Class Suit, Fla. Panel Says

    A Florida panel ruled in a Wednesday split decision that two mobile homeowners' associations can't combine to bring one class action alleging unreasonable rent increases, citing state court rules that allow only one association to bring claims on behalf of its own members. 

  • February 11, 2026

    11th Circ. Says Infirm FLSA Deal Precludes Nonwage Claims

    The Eleventh Circuit shut down a lawsuit against a cannabidiol products company Wednesday, rejecting a former worker's argument that the failure to secure approval for a settlement ending a prior case where he alleged wage-and-hour violations left him an avenue to subsequently sue for fraud.

  • February 11, 2026

    Not 'Your Dad's DOJ': Recapping Year 1 Under Bondi

    Even before her contentious congressional testimony on Wednesday, few U.S. attorneys general had been embroiled in so many controversies so early into their tenures as Pam Bondi, who critics and supporters alike say embodies a new era at the Justice Department.

  • February 11, 2026

    Fla. Panel Orders New Trial Over Forcible-Felony Instruction

    A Florida appeals court ordered a new trial Wednesday for a man convicted of being a principal in a murder, after finding an incorrect jury instruction undermined his trial defense that the use of force was justified.

  • February 11, 2026

    Crypto Co. Owes Investors $55M After Failed Deal, Suits Say

    Cryptocurrency firm Goliath Ventures Inc. has reneged on agreements to return capital to investors in cryptocurrency liquidity pools and failed to pay significant management fees, to the tune of nearly $55 million, according to three suits filed in Florida.

  • February 11, 2026

    Miami World Cup Counsel Share Look At Prep Work, Impact

    Counsel representing the FIFA World Cup's Miami Host Committee gave Law360 an inside look at their multifaceted work preparing for the upcoming event, which organizers say could have the economic impact of multiple Super Bowls.

  • February 11, 2026

    Steward Health Creditor Trust Seeks $56M From Insurers

    The creditor litigation trust for the Texas Chapter 11 case of hospital operator Steward Health Care has filed adversary suits against six groups of health insurance companies, seeking payment of covered medical bills totaling more than $56 million.

  • February 11, 2026

    Morgan & Morgan, Former Aide Settle Disability, Age Bias Suit

    Personal injury law firm Morgan & Morgan PA and a former firm legal assistant have settled a Florida federal lawsuit that alleged age and disability discrimination, according to a filing in the court.

  • February 10, 2026

    Fla. US Attys Push Back Against Sanctions In Habeas Case

    The U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Florida and an assistant U.S. attorney have urged an Orlando federal judge not to sanction them for the government's response to a noncitizen's habeas petition, saying any shortcomings were an "unintentional oversight."

Expert Analysis

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    The Biz Court Digest: Dispatches From Utah's Newest Court

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    While a robust body of law hasn't yet developed since the Utah Business and Chancery Court's founding in October 2024, the number of cases filed there has recently picked up, and its existence illustrates Utah's desire to be top of mind for businesses across the country, says Evan Strassberg at Michael Best.

  • 4 Quick Emotional Resets For Lawyers With Conflict Fatigue

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    Though the emotional wear and tear of legal work can trap attorneys in conflict fatigue — leaving them unable to shake off tense interactions or return to a calm baseline — simple therapeutic techniques for resetting the nervous system can help break the cycle, says Chantel Cohen at CWC Coaching & Therapy.

  • CGL Lessons From A No-Coverage Finding In Navy Project

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    A Florida federal court's recent decision that the insurer had no duty to defend or indemnify a general contractor or subcontractor for damages from defective work on a naval base highlights the nuances of policy definitions, the importance of obtaining insurer consent and allocation issues between covered and uncovered claims, say attorneys at Hunton.

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    Playing Tennis Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    An instinct to turn pain into purpose meant frequent trips to the tennis court, where learning to move ahead one point at a time was a lesson that also applied to the steep learning curve of patent prosecution law, says Daniel Henry at Marshall Gerstein.

  • False Ad Suit Shows Need For Clear, Conspicuous Disclosure

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    The Eleventh Circuit's recent false advertising decision in Federal Trade Commission v. Corpay reiterated the FTC's guidance imploring advertisers to ensure that any disclosures are clear and conspicuous to consumers, providing companies with numerous lessons about truthful advertising and highlighting some common disclosure pitfalls to avoid, says Michael Justus at Carlton Fields.

  • And Now A Word From The Panel: MDL Year In Review

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    2025 was a roller coaster for the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation, with the panel canceling one hearing session due to the absence of new MDL petitions, yet also issuing rulings on more new MDL petitions than in 2024 — making it clear that MDLs are still thriving, says Alan Rothman at Sidley Austin.

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    Judges On AI: How Judicial Use Informs Guardrails

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    U.S. Magistrate Judge Maritza Dominguez Braswell at the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado discusses why having a sense of how generative AI tools behave, where they add value, where they introduce risk and how they are reshaping the practice of law is key for today's judges.

  • Justices' Med Mal Ruling May Spur Huge Shift For Litigators

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    The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in the medical malpractice suit Berk v. Choy, holding that a Florida procedural requirement does not apply to medical malpractice claims filed in federal court, is likely to encourage eligible parties to file claims in federal court, speed the adjudicatory process and create both opportunities and challenges for litigators, says Thomas Kroeger at Colson Hicks.

  • What Fla. Trends Reveal About AI In Real Estate Development

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    Property developers can begin to understand how artificial intelligence tools are changing the real estate industry by studying Florida, where developers are using AI to speed vital processes, and AI disclosure and ethics requirements are proliferating, says Ben Mitchel at Shubin Law.

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    Adapting To Private Practice: 5 Tips From Ex-SEC Unit Chief

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    My move to private practice has reaffirmed my belief in the value of adaptability, collaboration and strategic thinking — qualities that are essential not only for successful client outcomes, but also for sustained professional satisfaction, says Dabney O’Riordan at Fried Frank.

  • 5 Drug Pricing Policy Developments To Watch In 2026

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    2026 may prove to be a critical year for drug pricing in the U.S., with potential major shifts including several legislative initiatives moving forward after being in the works for years, and more experimentation on the horizon concerning GLP-1s and Section 340B pricing, say attorneys at Manatt.

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    Law School's Missed Lessons: How To Start A Law Firm

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    Launching and sustaining a law firm requires skills most law schools don't teach, but every lawyer should understand a few core principles that can make the leap calculated rather than reckless, says Sam Katz at Athlaw.

  • Regulatory Uncertainty Ahead For Organ Transplant System

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    Pending court cases against a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services final rule that introduced a competition-centric model for assessing organ procurement organizations' performance will significantly influence the path forward for such organizations and transplant hospitals, say attorneys at Crowell & Moring.

  • Key False Claims Act Trends From The Last Year

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    The False Claims Act remains a powerful enforcement tool after some record verdicts and settlements in 2025, and while traditional fraud areas remain a priority, new initiatives are raising questions about its expanding application, says Veronica Nannis at Joseph Greenwald.

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    Hosting Exchange Students Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Opening my home to foreign exchange students makes me a better lawyer not just because prioritizing visiting high schoolers forces me to hone my organization and time management skills but also because sharing the study-abroad experience with newcomers and locals reconnects me to my community, says Alison Lippa at Nicolaides Fink.

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