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Social Unrest, the COVID-19 Pandemic and School-Required Masks: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

With many public schools back in session, there is a new must-have accessory for students:...

Leonard J. Dietzen, III
Melissa I. Softness
Education

The Battle to Reopen Florida’s Schools Continues

The FEA won round one of an almost certain battle that will head to the...

Leonard J. Dietzen, III
Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith

Eleventh Circuit Ruling Interpreting “Direct Physical Loss” is a Win for Insurers and Could Impact Coronavirus Business Interruption Claims

The Takeaway As coronavirus business interruption claims continue to be filed and make their way...

Brett M. Carey
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Commercial Litigation

A Look at Covid-19 Litigation and Key Considerations to Mitigate Potential Litigation

Since March 2020, approximately 4,219 Covid-19 related cases have been filed across the United States,...

Meredith Jowers Lees
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Casualty Litigation

4th DCA Draws the Line Between Foreseeable and Unforeseeable Acts in Premises Liability

On January 15, 2020, Florida’s Fourth District Court of Appeal in Bryan v. Galley Maid...

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Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith

Florida 3rd DCA Clarifies Duties of Insurance Carriers for Policy Change Notifications to Insureds

On June 2, 2020, the Florida Third District Court of Appeal put insurers on notice...

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Commercial Litigation

Preventing Pesticide Illness Claims

There are a number of steps PMPs can take to limit their exposure to claims...

Daniel J. Gerber
Class Actions

Class Actions Against Higher Education for Tuition Refunds Trending After Classes go Virtual

In an effort to balance safety with education amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many colleges...

Chase Hattaway
Samantha Duke
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Bankruptcy and Restructuring

Surviving a Rough Patch

During the current pandemic, people and companies have choices as to how they will respond....

R. Scott Williams
Casualty Litigation

Political Affiliations and Jury Selection: Using Social Media and Voir Dire to Impact Juror Selection and Outcomes

With today’s ever-changing political climate, a juror’s political affiliation is an important factor to consider...

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