Navigation Paul Regensdorf A new civil procedural rule amendment to eliminate a conflict between two rules on default notices, including to eliminate the chance a party facing default might not receive a notice, has been approved by the Civil Procedure Rules Committee. The proposed amendments to Rule 1.500 were approved by the committee in June and […]
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Judge Singer Stein presented Chief Justice Award for Judicial Excellence
Judge Linda Singer Stein Miami-Dade County Judge Linda Singer Stein, described as a valued colleague and mentor, admired administrator of justice, and a steadying force in challenging times, is the 2021 recipient of the Chief Justice Award for Judicial Excellence. Chief Justice Charles Canady recently presented the award to Judge Singer Stein during the annual […]
The Florida Bar offers hurricane resources for lawyers and the public
While Florida largely escaped serious damage from Tropical Storm Elsa, the east and gulf coast is still expected to experience a very active and potentially dangerous hurricane season. It’s critical that Florida Bar members, and all residents, are prepared for what’s to come. To assist members and consumers alike, The Florida Bar website includes a […]
Atwood leads Florida Bar Labor and Employment Law Section
Scott Atwood Scott Atwood was recently sworn in as chair of the Labor and Employment Law Section at The Florida Bar’s virtual Annual Convention. He has served on the executive council of the more than 2,000 members section for 11 years.
How to deal with third-party lienholders in property damage cases
With hurricane season upon us again, many lawyers may soon find themselves representing homeowners in property damage claims against insurance companies. If the property is subject to a mortgage, often the mortgage will contain covenants purporting to create claims against the casualty insurance proceeds, and these lawyers will find themselves dealing with a third-party lienholder […]