Publix – Courtesy photo Chris Dickerson – Jul 13, 2026 TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Supreme Court has wiped out a slip-and-fall lawsuit against Publix after the plaintiff was caught lying under oath. In its July 9 opinion, the court held that a trial court’s decision to dismiss a complaint as a sanction for a party’s fraud on […]
By: Black Chronicle News Service July 3, 2026 Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a bill that would have increased caps on the recovery of awards against a government entity. “HB 145 imposes new costs on taxpayers by increasing the damage caps awarded in lawsuits against local government entities,” DeSantis wrote in his June 30 veto […]
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Chris Dickerson – Jul 1, 2026 Updated Jul 1, 2026 Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis – File photo TALLAHASSEE, Florida – Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a bill that would have increased caps on the recovery of awards against a government entity. “HB 145 imposes new costs on taxpayers by increasing the damage caps awarded in lawsuits against local […]
https://www.fljustice.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/fjri-news.jpg800800Becky Lannonhttps://www.fljustice.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Florida-Justice-Reform-Institute.jpgBecky Lannon2026-07-01 20:45:092026-07-06 20:45:20DeSantis vetoes bill to increase caps in government suits
LEGISLATURE DeSantis signals veto of House-backed bill to increase sovereign immunity payouts Jim Saunders – Jun 29, 2026 In a victory for local governments — and a rebuff to the Florida House — Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday he will veto a bill that would have led to government agencies paying more in lawsuits filed […]
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Kiran Subramanian – 06/10/2026 The affordability challenges many Americans are facing are partially driven by lawsuit abuse that drives up insurance costs. Addressing the policies at the root of the problem has been difficult, but red states are leading the fight. Not surprisingly, Florida is one of those leaders. The Sunshine State has faced high insurance […]
Even in an age of frequent mass shootings in public places, a shooting can be unforeseeable and a supermarket has no duty to protect customers from random acts of violence, a Florida appeals court decided in a major win for businesses and liability insurers. “…While events giving rise to this case are undeniably tragic, the […]
By Black Chronicle News Service February 28, 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 economic and fiscal […]
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 from reforms enacted in recent years. […]
Chris Dickerson – Feb 26, 2026 Florida State Capitol – File photo TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – 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 […]
By Chris Dickerson | Legal Newsline Feb 26, 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 economic and […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Fla. justices nix Publix slip-and-fall after plaintiff lied
/in Legal NewslinePublix – Courtesy photo Chris Dickerson – Jul 13, 2026 TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Supreme Court has wiped out a slip-and-fall lawsuit against Publix after the plaintiff was caught lying under oath. In its July 9 opinion, the court held that a trial court’s decision to dismiss a complaint as a sanction for a party’s fraud on […]
DeSantis vetoes bill to increase caps in government suits
/in The Black Chronicle NewspaperBy: Black Chronicle News Service July 3, 2026 Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a bill that would have increased caps on the recovery of awards against a government entity. “HB 145 imposes new costs on taxpayers by increasing the damage caps awarded in lawsuits against local government entities,” DeSantis wrote in his June 30 veto […]
DeSantis vetoes bill to increase caps in government suits
/in Legal News OnlineChris Dickerson – Jul 1, 2026 Updated Jul 1, 2026 Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis – File photo TALLAHASSEE, Florida – Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a bill that would have increased caps on the recovery of awards against a government entity. “HB 145 imposes new costs on taxpayers by increasing the damage caps awarded in lawsuits against local […]
DeSantis signals veto of House-backed bill to increase sovereign immunity payouts
/in State AffairsLEGISLATURE DeSantis signals veto of House-backed bill to increase sovereign immunity payouts Jim Saunders – Jun 29, 2026 In a victory for local governments — and a rebuff to the Florida House — Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday he will veto a bill that would have led to government agencies paying more in lawsuits filed […]
Lawsuit Reforms Deliver Massive Savings on Insurance for Floridians
/in American Tort Reform AssociationKiran Subramanian – 06/10/2026 The affordability challenges many Americans are facing are partially driven by lawsuit abuse that drives up insurance costs. Addressing the policies at the root of the problem has been difficult, but red states are leading the fight. Not surprisingly, Florida is one of those leaders. The Sunshine State has faced high insurance […]
Publix Not Liable in ‘Unforeseeable’ 2021 Supermarket Shooting, Florida Court Says
/in Insurance JournalEven in an age of frequent mass shootings in public places, a shooting can be unforeseeable and a supermarket has no duty to protect customers from random acts of violence, a Florida appeals court decided in a major win for businesses and liability insurers. “…While events giving rise to this case are undeniably tragic, the […]
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/in The Black Chronicle NewspaperBy Black Chronicle News Service February 28, 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 economic and fiscal […]
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/in The CapitolistA 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 from reforms enacted in recent years. […]
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/in Legal NewslineChris Dickerson – Feb 26, 2026 Florida State Capitol – File photo TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – 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 […]
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/in The Center Square FloridaBy Chris Dickerson | Legal Newsline Feb 26, 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 economic and […]
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/in WFUL-AM11:43 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 […]
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/in Pasco NewsBy 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 […]
Florida Bill Ties Vaccine Liability to Advertising, Raising Federal and First Amendment Questions
/in TrialSite NewsTrialSite 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 […]
Property insurance bill would repeal 2022 reforms that stabilized the market, insurers say_SS
/in Sun SentinelA 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 […]
Florida Bill Targets Vaccine Maker Advertising
/in Legal ReaderSara 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_yahoo news
/in Yahoo NewsFlorida 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 […]
Florida may create new way to sue vaccine makers for harm_GS
/in Gainesville SunPortrait 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 […]
Florida may create new way to sue vaccine makers for harm_NDN
/in Naples Daily NewsKey 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 […]
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/in Pensacola News JournalA 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 […]
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/in Florida TodayA 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 […]