WUSF | By Jim Saunders – News Service of Florida Published January 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM EST The legislation would allow people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers that advertise the products. Opponents cite the First Amendment and the creation of a “hidden tort tax.” With supporters pointing to diminished “public trust” in […]
Chris Dickerson – Jan 21, 2026 WASHINGTON – A new report shows how third-party litigation financing is driving up costs for American consumers and families more than $600 per household annually when affordability remains a top concern across the country. The report, released January 20 by Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse, shows higher prices, lost income, […]
A Florida Senate panel on Tuesday passed a bill that makes vaccine manufacturers that advertise their products liable if the advertised vaccine caused harm or injury to anyone. (Screenshot/YouTube) Manufacturers that advertise vaccines in Florida that cause injury or harm could be sued under a bill sponsored by Fort Pierce Republican Erin Grall. Over objections […]
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January 20, 2026 / 12:38 PM EST / CBS/News Service of Florida With supporters pointing to diminished “public trust” in vaccines and the health-care system, a Senate committee Tuesday approved a bill that would allow people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers that advertise the products. The Senate Regulated Industries Committee voted 5-3 to […]
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Michael Carroll – Jan 20, 2026 Adam Tanenbaum has replaced the retiring Charles Canady on the Florida Supreme Court. – Facebook photo Adam Tanenbaum, a state appeals court justice who says he “wholeheartedly” supports Gov. Ron DeSantis’ approach to the law, last week became the 94th justice appointed to the Florida Supreme Court. DeSantis announced on […]
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TALLAHASSEE — With supporters pointing to diminished “public trust” in vaccines and the health-care system, a Senate committee Tuesday approved a bill that would allow people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers that advertise the products. The Senate Regulated Industries Committee voted 5-3 to approve the bill (SB 408), which drew opposition from business […]
Jan 15, 2026 | 3:28 pm ET – By Christine Sexton Legislation to expand Florida’s wrongful death laws is progressing in the state House. (iStock /Getty Images Plus) The Florida House once again this year is charging ahead with sweeping changes to laws governing lawsuits, notwithstanding in some cases pressure from business groups, and now […]
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Legislation to expand Florida’s wrongful death laws is progressing in the state House. (iStock /Getty Images Plus) By: Christine Sexton – January 15, 2026 The Florida House once again this year is charging ahead with sweeping changes to laws governing lawsuits, notwithstanding in some cases pressure from business groups, and now will send the bills […]
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Posted Wednesday, January 14, 2026 11:15 am Mitch Perry (via Florida Phoenix) Florida Channel screenshot of Adam Tanenbaum speaking after being selected to serve on the Florida Supreme Court on Jan. 14, 2026.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge on Florida’s First District Court of Appeal and former general counsel to […]
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Jan 14, 2026 | 11:15 am ET – By Mitch Perry Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge on Florida’s First District Court of Appeal and former general counsel to the Florida House of Representatives, to serve on the Florida Supreme Court. In doing so, DeSantis has now appointed six of […]
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Florida Channel screenshot of Adam Tanenbaum speaking after being selected to serve on the Florida Supreme Court on Jan. 14, 2026. Mitch Perry – Wed, January 14, 2026 at 11:15 AM EST Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge on Florida’s First District Court of Appeal and former general counsel to […]
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TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday appointed Adam Tanenbaum, a 1st District Court of Appeal judge, to the Florida Supreme Court. Tanenbaum, a former general counsel for the Florida House who was tapped by the governor to serve on the Tallahassee-based appeals court in 2019, will replace former Justice Charles Canady, who stepped down […]
Six of the seven justices on the high court have now been appointed by the governor. By: Mitch Perry – January 14, 2026 Florida Channel screenshot of Adam Tanenbaum speaking after being selected to serve on the Florida Supreme Court on Jan. 14, 2026. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge […]
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An appellate Judge gets elevated to the highest court in the state. Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to put his stamp on the Florida Supreme Court, appointing Adam Tanenbaum to fill the opening left last year by recently retired Justice Charles Canady. DeSantis made the announcement at Seminole High School, Tanenbaum’s alma mater, where the jurist […]
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An Alabama law firm will likely have to pay more than $800,000—plus another $100,000 in sanctions—for failing to verify hearing loss in hundreds of Ugandans who claimed part of the massive settlement over faulty 3M earplugs. “It’s been a learning experience for us,” said Birmingham attorney Stephen Heninger of the Heninger Garrison Davis law firm, […]
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By William Rabb | December 22, 2025 A federal appeals court ruling last week could potentially help insurers find out who is truly behind litigation financing and medical clinics that are said to participate in auto accidents and insurance fraud. But more legislation is needed in many states to help fight growing problems, insurance litigation […]
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ACLU: Bill ‘will be devastating to any health care practitioner or hospital that treats pregnant patients.’ By: Christine Sexton – December 2, 2025 A House comittee on Tuesday voted 14-6 to pass a bill that allows wrongful death lawsuits for the loss of developing fetuses, with a leading proponent claiming the legislation should […]
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Posted Tuesday, December 2, 2025 5:12 pm Christine Sexton (via Florida Phoenix) Critics fear legislation to allow wrongful death lawsuits in the negligent demise of fetuses would open medical providers to lawsuits by vindictive romantic partners. (Photo by Getty Images)A House comittee on Tuesday voted 14-6 to pass a bill that allows wrongful death lawsuits […]
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Nov 24, 2025 By Jim Ash A few months before the January 13 start of the 2026 session, a bipartisan proposal to reform Florida’s wrongful death act is ready for the House floor, but faces an uncertain future. The House Judiciary Committee voted 15-1 on November 19 to approve HB 6003 by Rep. Dana Trabulsy, R-Ft. Pierce and […]
Jesse Scheckner – November 19, 2025 Supporters argued the current law leaves some lives without legal value, while industry groups cautioned lawmakers about destabilizing insurance markets and care access. Before the 2026 Regular Session has even begun, a proposed repeal of a unique Florida law that denies families legal recourse in medical malpractice cases is […]
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Florida Senate committee backs lawsuits over vaccine advertising
/in WUSFWUSF | By Jim Saunders – News Service of Florida Published January 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM EST The legislation would allow people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers that advertise the products. Opponents cite the First Amendment and the creation of a “hidden tort tax.” With supporters pointing to diminished “public trust” in […]
Report: Third-party litigation funding affects affordability
/in Legal News OnlineChris Dickerson – Jan 21, 2026 WASHINGTON – A new report shows how third-party litigation financing is driving up costs for American consumers and families more than $600 per household annually when affordability remains a top concern across the country. The report, released January 20 by Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse, shows higher prices, lost income, […]
Vax manufacturers could get hauled into court under bill moving in the Senate
/in Florida PhoenixA Florida Senate panel on Tuesday passed a bill that makes vaccine manufacturers that advertise their products liable if the advertised vaccine caused harm or injury to anyone. (Screenshot/YouTube) Manufacturers that advertise vaccines in Florida that cause injury or harm could be sued under a bill sponsored by Fort Pierce Republican Erin Grall. Over objections […]
Florida Senate committee approves bill that allows people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers over advertisements
/in CBS News MiamiJanuary 20, 2026 / 12:38 PM EST / CBS/News Service of Florida With supporters pointing to diminished “public trust” in vaccines and the health-care system, a Senate committee Tuesday approved a bill that would allow people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers that advertise the products. The Senate Regulated Industries Committee voted 5-3 to […]
Tanenbaum tapped to fill Florida Supreme Court post
/in Legal NewslineMichael Carroll – Jan 20, 2026 Adam Tanenbaum has replaced the retiring Charles Canady on the Florida Supreme Court. – Facebook photo Adam Tanenbaum, a state appeals court justice who says he “wholeheartedly” supports Gov. Ron DeSantis’ approach to the law, last week became the 94th justice appointed to the Florida Supreme Court. DeSantis announced on […]
Lawsuits Over Vaccine Ads Backed
/in News Service of FloridaTALLAHASSEE — With supporters pointing to diminished “public trust” in vaccines and the health-care system, a Senate committee Tuesday approved a bill that would allow people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers that advertise the products. The Senate Regulated Industries Committee voted 5-3 to approve the bill (SB 408), which drew opposition from business […]
Fetal personhood, ‘free kill,’ sovereign immunity, and phosphates: It’s tort day in the House
/in News from the StateJan 15, 2026 | 3:28 pm ET – By Christine Sexton Legislation to expand Florida’s wrongful death laws is progressing in the state House. (iStock /Getty Images Plus) The Florida House once again this year is charging ahead with sweeping changes to laws governing lawsuits, notwithstanding in some cases pressure from business groups, and now […]
Fetal personhood, ‘free kill,’ sovereign immunity, and phosphates: It’s tort day in the House
/in Florida PhoenixLegislation to expand Florida’s wrongful death laws is progressing in the state House. (iStock /Getty Images Plus) By: Christine Sexton – January 15, 2026 The Florida House once again this year is charging ahead with sweeping changes to laws governing lawsuits, notwithstanding in some cases pressure from business groups, and now will send the bills […]
DeSantis appoints Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court_BT
/in The Bradenton TimesPosted Wednesday, January 14, 2026 11:15 am Mitch Perry (via Florida Phoenix) Florida Channel screenshot of Adam Tanenbaum speaking after being selected to serve on the Florida Supreme Court on Jan. 14, 2026.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge on Florida’s First District Court of Appeal and former general counsel to […]
DeSantis appoints Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court_NFTS
/in News from the StateJan 14, 2026 | 11:15 am ET – By Mitch Perry Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge on Florida’s First District Court of Appeal and former general counsel to the Florida House of Representatives, to serve on the Florida Supreme Court. In doing so, DeSantis has now appointed six of […]
DeSantis appoints Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court_Yahoo News
/in Yahoo NewsFlorida Channel screenshot of Adam Tanenbaum speaking after being selected to serve on the Florida Supreme Court on Jan. 14, 2026. Mitch Perry – Wed, January 14, 2026 at 11:15 AM EST Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge on Florida’s First District Court of Appeal and former general counsel to […]
Tanenbaum Tapped for Supreme Court
/in News Service of FloridaTALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday appointed Adam Tanenbaum, a 1st District Court of Appeal judge, to the Florida Supreme Court. Tanenbaum, a former general counsel for the Florida House who was tapped by the governor to serve on the Tallahassee-based appeals court in 2019, will replace former Justice Charles Canady, who stepped down […]
DeSantis appoints Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court
/in Florida PhoenixSix of the seven justices on the high court have now been appointed by the governor. By: Mitch Perry – January 14, 2026 Florida Channel screenshot of Adam Tanenbaum speaking after being selected to serve on the Florida Supreme Court on Jan. 14, 2026. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Adam Tanenbaum, now a judge […]
Governor picks Adam Tanenbaum to fill Supreme Court opening
/in Florida PoliticsAn appellate Judge gets elevated to the highest court in the state. Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to put his stamp on the Florida Supreme Court, appointing Adam Tanenbaum to fill the opening left last year by recently retired Justice Charles Canady. DeSantis made the announcement at Seminole High School, Tanenbaum’s alma mater, where the jurist […]
Law Firm Faces Sanctions for Failing to Vet Ugandan Claims in $6B 3M Case
/in Insurance JournalAn Alabama law firm will likely have to pay more than $800,000—plus another $100,000 in sanctions—for failing to verify hearing loss in hundreds of Ugandans who claimed part of the massive settlement over faulty 3M earplugs. “It’s been a learning experience for us,” said Birmingham attorney Stephen Heninger of the Heninger Garrison Davis law firm, […]
Court Ruling Could Help Shed Light on Owners of Litigation Funders, Medical Clinics
/in Insurance JournalBy William Rabb | December 22, 2025 A federal appeals court ruling last week could potentially help insurers find out who is truly behind litigation financing and medical clinics that are said to participate in auto accidents and insurance fraud. But more legislation is needed in many states to help fight growing problems, insurance litigation […]
Fetal wrongful death bill ready for House floor vote
/in Florida PhoenixACLU: Bill ‘will be devastating to any health care practitioner or hospital that treats pregnant patients.’ By: Christine Sexton – December 2, 2025 A House comittee on Tuesday voted 14-6 to pass a bill that allows wrongful death lawsuits for the loss of developing fetuses, with a leading proponent claiming the legislation should […]
Fetal wrongful death bill ready for House floor vote
/in The Bradenton TimesPosted Tuesday, December 2, 2025 5:12 pm Christine Sexton (via Florida Phoenix) Critics fear legislation to allow wrongful death lawsuits in the negligent demise of fetuses would open medical providers to lawsuits by vindictive romantic partners. (Photo by Getty Images)A House comittee on Tuesday voted 14-6 to pass a bill that allows wrongful death lawsuits […]
Medical negligence bill advances
/in Florida Bar NewsNov 24, 2025 By Jim Ash A few months before the January 13 start of the 2026 session, a bipartisan proposal to reform Florida’s wrongful death act is ready for the House floor, but faces an uncertain future. The House Judiciary Committee voted 15-1 on November 19 to approve HB 6003 by Rep. Dana Trabulsy, R-Ft. Pierce and […]
‘Free kill’ repeal again heads to House floor, but a Senate companion bill still hasn’t been filed
/in Florida PoliticsJesse Scheckner – November 19, 2025 Supporters argued the current law leaves some lives without legal value, while industry groups cautioned lawmakers about destabilizing insurance markets and care access. Before the 2026 Regular Session has even begun, a proposed repeal of a unique Florida law that denies families legal recourse in medical malpractice cases is […]