Navigation Individuals in Manatee County who have been issued final injunctions for protection can now apply for a free Hope Card, providing quick, accessible proof of their protective order. This program, launched by the Manatee County Clerk of Court & Comptroller, aligns with Domestic Violence Awareness Month and offers a tool for those needing immediate verification […]
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Rufin petitions for Bar reinstatement
Pursuant to Rule 3-7.10, Wanda I. Rufin has petitioned the Supreme Court of Florida for Bar reinstatement. Rufin was suspended from the practice of law for a period of one year by order of the Supreme Court of Florida dated September 7, 2023, for violation of Rule(s) 4-3.4(Fairness to Opposing Party and Counsel), 4-8.4(c) (Misconduct) […]
Florida AG joins coalition supporting opt-out rights for parents regarding school books
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody’s office has joined a 25-state brief in support of parental rights in a U.S. Supreme Court case. In the case, styled Mahmoud v. Taylor, et al., a group of Maryland parents from diverse religious backgrounds has asked the Supreme Court to restore their right to know what books will be […]
Plaintiff alleges homeowners’ negligence after tripping incident
A serious legal battle is unfolding in Palm Beach County, Florida, as a plaintiff accuses two individuals of negligence that led to significant personal injury. On October 2, 2024, Murat Egelierler filed a complaint in the Circuit Court for the 15th Judicial Circuit against James Leon Ashley Jr. and Stella Ashley, alleging negligence on their […]