11:43 AM on Thursday, February 26 A new report shows recent Florida tort reforms are delivering significant benefits to consumers, job creation and the state’s overall business climate. The report by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association highlights a new economic analysis from The Perryman Group that outlines the measurable economic and fiscal gains resulting […]
By Chris Dickerson | Legal Newsline Feb 26, 2026 Updated Feb 27, 2026 A new report shows recent Florida tort reforms are delivering significant benefits to consumers, job creation and the state’s overall business climate. The report by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association highlights a new economic analysis from The Perryman Group that outlines the measurable […]
TrialSite Staff | Making Biomedical Research Evidence Accessible to All Feb. 15, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Florida lawmakers are advancing legislation that could open a new legal pathway for vaccine injury lawsuits — but only if manufacturers advertised the product in the state. House Bill 339 (HB 339) would allow individuals who allege vaccine-related harm to sue manufacturers […]
A blue tarp covers a roof after a recent Florida hurricane. A state senator has filed a bill that aims to get policyholders paid by their insurers more quickly,, but insurance experts say it will do more harm than good. (Florida Foundation Authority/RJ Group, Inc.) By Ron Hurtibise | rhurtibise@sunsentinel.com | South Florida Sun Sentinel […]
Sara E. Teller — February 13, 2026 Florida bill links vaccine lawsuits to advertising and sparks constitutional debate. Florida lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could open a new path for lawsuits against vaccine manufacturers, marking a sharp shift from long-standing limits on liability. The bill would allow people who say they were harmed by […]
Florida may create new way to sue vaccine makers for harm Stephany Matat, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida Thu, February 12, 2026 at 5:04 AM EST Someone who’s hurt by a vaccine could sue its manufacturer if the company has advertised the shot in Florida. That’s the substance of a bill now under consideration by the […]
Portrait of Stephany MatatStephany Matat USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida Feb. 12, 2026, 5:04 a.m. ET Key points A Florida bill would allow lawsuits against vaccine makers if they advertise in the state and someone is harmed. Critics argue the proposal could unconstitutionally restrict commercial speech protected by the First Amendment. The bill’s sponsor says […]
Key Points A Florida bill would allow lawsuits against vaccine makers if they advertise in the state and someone is harmed. Critics argue the proposal could unconstitutionally restrict commercial speech protected by the First Amendment. The bill’s sponsor says it aims to promote informed consent and ensure manufacturer liability for harm. Someone who’s hurt by a […]
A new bill provides a three-year statute of limitations to file suit. Stephany Matat – USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida – Feb. 12, 2026 Key Points A Florida bill would allow lawsuits against vaccine makers if they advertise in the state and someone is harmed. Critics argue the proposal could unconstitutionally restrict commercial speech protected by […]
A new bill provides a three-year statute of limitations to file suit. Stephany Matat USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida – Feb. 12, 2026 Key Points A Florida bill would allow lawsuits against vaccine makers if they advertise in the state and someone is harmed. Critics argue the proposal could unconstitutionally restrict commercial speech protected by the […]