Navigation Rep. Susan Plasencia Roller skating rinks that post signs and follow “reasonable” safety precautions would be immune from personal injury liability if a South Florida lawmaker has her way. Rep. Susan Plasencia, R-Winter Park, filed HB 1129 on February 24. The measure has yet to receive committee references and there is no House companion.
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Department of Management Service plans March 2 ‘Agency Open House’
Through the efforts of the Administrative Law Section, various state agencies will be hosting “Agency Open Houses” throughout the year to inform people about their services and related legal matters. These open houses are open to the public and approved for CLE credit. There is no charge. On March 2 from 1 to 5 p.m., […]
Applicants sought for Florida Bar Foundation board vacancies
The Board of Governors is seeking applicants for the following vacancies to be filled during its May 12 meeting. Attorney applicants must be members of The Florida Bar and in good standing The Florida Bar Foundation Board of Directors: Two attorney vacancies, one seat to replace Maria Gonzalez who was elevated to second vice president […]
Colombian American Bar Association mixes it up with South Florida law students
Members of the Colombian American Bar Association visited with University of Miami and St. Thomas University law students at and event on the UL Law campus. The event was hosted by Professor Paula Arias from University of Miami. “The turnout was outstanding with beautiful décor and great food,” said St. Thomas student Barbara E. Rodriguez. […]
House Civil Justice Subcommittee moves tort measure
Rep. Tommy Gregory The sponsor of a sweeping civil litigation reform measure told a House subcommittee Friday that he merely wants to return “equilibrium” to the system. House Judiciary Chair Tommy Gregory, R-Lakewood Ranch, said his bill is necessary to combat rising insurance rates and to repair Florida’s reputation as a “judicial hellhole.”