Daily Business Review

$41M in Five Months: Inside Greenberg Traurig's Warp-Speed Win

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:53:33 EST

Greenberg Traurig attorneys came out on top of a docket that saw more than 400 entries in a matter of months, securing nearly $41 million in summary judgment for their client. Defendants have already filed a notice of appeal with Florida's Third District Court of Appeal.

Am Law 200 and Midsize Law Firms See Hiring Burst in South Florida

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:36:56 EST

Bilzin Sumberg, Shutts & Bowen, Quarles & Brady, Morgan & Morgan and GrayRobinson have all added laterals, spanning across practice areas such as maritime, corporate, wealth planning, real estate and more.

Full 5th Circuit Tosses Challenge to Trump's Use of Alien Enemies Act for Deportations

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:18:02 EST

The case had returned to the Fifth Circuit after the U.S. Supreme Court enjoined the Trump administration from using the 1798 wartime removal statute to rapidly remove immigrants accused of belonging to the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang.

Florida Newsmakers: Shutts & Bowen Welcomes Emma Pinder as Partner in Its Orlando Office

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:59:59 EST

Emma Pinder recently joined Shutts & Bowen's Orlando office as a partner in its real estate practice group.

What 'Got the Jury': How Morgan & Morgan Attorneys Won $3M From Geico

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:36:47 EST

The $3.2 million verdict came after Morgan & Morgan attorneys said they rejected a $100,000 pretrial settlement from Geico.

When Surgery Leaves Something Behind: The Legal Challenges of Foreign Object Cases

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:59:59 EST

While Florida law provides prima facie evidence of negligence when foreign objects are discovered inside patients, these cases present complex legal challenges including determining responsibility among multiple providers, establishing causation, and preserving critical evidence before it disappears.

Miami-Dade Needs 4 New Judges

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:47:27 EST

Candidates interested in one of the three vacancies on the Miami-Dade County Court or the one open seat on the Miami-Dade Circuit Court have until Aug. 24 to apply.

Greenberg Traurig Signs 10-Year Lease With Related Ross for West Palm Beach Relocation After 4 Decades

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:11:47 EST

Office managing shareholder Tracy Gerber said the move reflects the firm's confidence in the continued evolution of West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County as a leading destination for business talent and investment.

Beyond 'Montgomery': A $604M Verdict Signals the Next Chapter in Freight Broker Liability

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:43:59 EST

By holding that state-law negligence claims involving motor vehicle safety are not categorically preempted by the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act, the Supreme Court allowed those claims to proceed—but it stopped short of defining the scope of a broker's duty of care. That question is now playing out in trial courts.

'Thrown to the Wolves': Morgan & Morgan Pays Out $4.3M Legal Malpractice Arbitration Award

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:25:47 EST

"I think that [Morgan & Morgan] put him in a position that was impossible," claimant counsel Mary Ellen Lighthiser told Law.com.

'I'm Seeing a Lot More Deals': New Reforms Are a Boon for Florida Lawyers

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:24:47 EST

Sweeping safety reforms are opening the door for developers to swoop in and buy up aging properties.

With an Aggressive Growth Plan, Benesch Looks to Solidify Foothold in Miami

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:14:55 EST

For Jodi Schwimmer, former global co-chair of Reed Smith's financial industry group, the goal for her is to "help lead the number one establishment" of Benesch's Miami office and its growth, and that the firm is "looking for an aggressive growth plan" because it is "not going to just be a satellite office."

Delays in Bench Appointments: Judge's Lawsuit Ends in Governor's Favor

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:01:19 EST

One justice agreed with the former judge who filed the petition that Gov. Ron DeSantis missed the deadline to fill his old seat. Another justice said the high court should never have entertained the petition in the first place.

Election Lawsuit: Miami-Dade Judge Accuses Challenger of Defamation Conspiracy

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:05:56 EST

Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Mavel Ruiz has levied a set of allegations against her opponent, Destiny Alvarez, in the 11th hour of an already unusually contentious judicial election.

Back-to-School, Back-to-Structure: Is Your Parenting Plan Ready?

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:01:59 EST

Before school starts, an ideal time for divorced and separated parents to go through a checklist of expectations to prevent avoidable conflicts. Most parenting plans address physical custody and time-sharing, but many devote little attention to the challenges of managing a child's education and extra-curricular activities.

Vote for Judge: Jacob Noble and Schnelle Tonge Face Off in Election

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:25:16 EST

Two attorneys have stepped up to replace Palm Beach County Judge Debra Moses Stephens.

Broward Judge Race: Attorneys Debi Gheorge Alten and Veronica Walker Run for County Court, Group 11

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:17:12 EST

Early voting starts Saturday and election day is Tuesday, Aug. 18.

Florida Newsmakers: Ex-SEC Miami Regional Office Director Joins Fridman Fels & Soto

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:59:59 EST

Fridman Fels & Soto, a white-collar criminal defense and litigation law firm, announced that Eric I. Bustillo, former director of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's Miami regional office, joined the firm as a partner.

Lobbying Revenue On The Rise For Midsize Southeast Law Firms

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:45:50 EST

One firm's income rose 50% as two New Orleans-founded firms each took in almost $3 million

PAC Money Enters Miami's Judge Races

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:43:29 EST

The support one candidate has received indicates that at least some of her backers see the Aug. 18 Miami-Dade judicial election as an opportunity to shake up the bench for reasons that go beyond the average attorney's motivations.

A Unified, Single Claim for Damages Requires Apportionment in a Joint Proposal: What the Decision in 'Trace Elements' Means for Property Insurance Claims

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:48:59 EST

Litigants and practitioners in Florida need to ensure compliance with this new decision if they intend to recover attorney fees under Section 768.79, Florida Statutes, and through Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.442. And, even though the Florida Supreme Court did not specifically address Section 768.79(6) (the exception included to apply to first party property cases), the decision further muddies the water as to whether that section will even be enforceable going forward without proper apportionment in a proposal for settlement.

Lawyers Run for Broward Judge: David Fry, Tamar Hamilton and Kathleen 'Katie' O'Brien Campaign

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:35:59 EST

Three attorneys are running for the only Broward Circuit Court seat on the ballot in the Aug. 18 primary.

Finding the Hinge: Identifying the Issue That Drives Resolution in Complex Medical Malpractice Mediations

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:35:59 EST

The hinge is the point on which the case effectively turns. It may involve expert credibility, causation, or witness perception, but regardless of its form, it is the issue that will ultimately carry the most weight with a jury.

Florida Appellate Court Upholds Drug-Free Workplace Policy Against Employee with Medical Marijuana Card

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:36:59 EST

The appellate court determined that, under the specific collective bargaining agreement (CBA) at issue and Florida's constitutional and statutory framework, the county was not required to treat a medical marijuana card as a defense to a positive drug test. Notably, the court also determined that the Florida Constitution and Section 381.986, Florida Statutes, do not create an accommodation mandate related to medical marijuana. The decision provides important guidance for employers with safety-sensitive workforces.

Defense, National Security Industries Draw Holland & Knight to Alabama's 'Rocket City'

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:59:59 EST

"In the world of defense and technology ... Huntsville is ground zero for everything," said Holland & Knight CEO and chair Bob Grammig.

Judge With Miami Ties Targeted: Florida AG Adds Jurist to His Growing Impeachment List

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:45:02 EST

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier requested Congress launch an impeachment inquiry into U.S. Circuit Judge Nancy Abudu of the Eleventh Circuit, claiming her past role at the Southern Poverty Law Center warrants removal from the bench. Abudu is the fourth jurist Uthmeier has called for the impeachment of this year; the first on a federal bench.

Holland & Knight Reneged on Promise to Pay California $2.5M, Real Estate Brokerage Alleges

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:04:36 EST

The new Florida state court suit from MV Realty follows a $1.2 billion malpractice complaint filed in late July.

UPDATE: Bar Exam Test-Taker Sues Over Medical Response, as 'Stop the Clock' Effort Continues

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:46:37 EST

A Fordham Law School graduate is suing Hofstra University, alleging delayed medical services after she suffered cardiac arrest during the July 2025 New York bar exam caused permanent injuries.

The Growing Trend Toward Fla. Courts Requiring Med Mal Claimants to Provide Detailed Presuit Affidavits in Order to Bring a Lawsuit

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:27:59 EST

Two recent appellate court decisions in Florida signal a trend toward a stricter application of the presuit requirements as to a claimant's expert affidavit, some would argue even stricter than Florida's medical malpractice presuit statutes require. This more stringent application can hamper a claimant's ability to not only initiate a lawsuit but survive a motion to dismiss.

Who Will Be Judge in Miami? Lawyers Renee Gordon and Cristobal Padron Campaign for Open Bench Seat

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:00:46 EST

Renee Gordon, a longtime Miami-Dade public defender, and Cristobal D. Padron, a solo practitioner, are running for an open seat on the Miami-Dade Circuit bench. Early voting is already underway for the Aug. 18 election.

Race for the Bench: Miami-Dade Judge Spencer Eig VS Challenger Yenly Dominguez

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:32:45 EST

Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Spencer Eig is up against attorney Yenly Dominguez in the Aug. 18 election that decides the future of his seat. Early voting ends Aug. 16.

Miami's Next Judge? Attorneys Alex Annunziato, Arthur 'Marty' McNeil and Monica Segura Want Your Vote

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:24:18 EST

Three attorneys are running to replace Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Angélica D. Zayas in the Aug. 18 primary for her seat. Early voting is already underway.

Miami-Dade Election 2026: Judge Luis Perez-Medina Draws Challenger Maribel Diaz

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:13:05 EST

Judge Luis Perez-Medina is the only sitting Miami-Dade County Court judge who drew a challenger this election cycle. He faces attorney Maribel Diaz in the Aug. 18 primary.

3 Lawyers Vie for Judge in Miami: Rita Maria Baez, Yaneth Del Carmen Baez and Bonita Jones-Peabody Run for Open Seat

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:10:00 EST

Three candidates are running for the open Group 69 seat on the Miami-Dade Circuit Bench. Early voting ends Aug. 16. Election day is Aug. 18.

Race for Judge in Miami: Attorney Destiny Alvarez Challenges Judge Mavel Ruiz

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:35:07 EST

Coral Gables attorney Destiny Alvarez seeks to unseat incumbent Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Mavel Ruiz in the Aug. 18 election. Miami-Dade residents can already head to the polls to cast their ballots in the early voting period, which ends Sunday, Aug. 16.

After 18 Years in Miami, Foley & Lardner Relocates to Southeast Financial Center

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:02:35 EST

The Am Law 50 firm is joining Winston Taylor, Cozen O'Connor, Reed Smith and DLA Piper in Miami's largest office building.