Product-Defect Presumption Lives On: Florida Appeals Court Upholds $103M vs. Ford By William Rabb | August 4, 2026 Ford had some big legal names on its side, including the Florida Justice Reform Institute’s William Large, who helped write a friend-of-the-court brief on Ford’s behalf. https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2026/08/04/880062.htm
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Chris Dickerson – Jul 13, 2026 TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Justice Reform Institute submitted an amicus curiae in support of Publix, arguing the determination of an appropriate remedy for a litigant’s abuse of the judicial system is properly within the trial court’s broad discretion and highlighting the case law supporting the trial court’s dismissal of Goga’s […]
By: Black Chronicle News Service July 3, 2026 The Florida Justice Reform Institute opposed the bill. It said the bill would have increased taxes because local governments either would have been forced to raise taxes or cut services to absorb the costs of the cap increases. “While the bill’s proponents have characterized it as a […]
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 Lannon2026-07-03 18:43:042026-09-22 10:51:25DeSantis vetoes bill to increase caps in government suits
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 […]
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LEGISLATURE DeSantis signals veto of House-backed bill to increase sovereign immunity payouts Jim Saunders – Jun 29, 2026 The Florida Justice Reform Institute, a business-backed group that lobbies to curb lawsuits, said in a June 9 letter urging DeSantis to veto the bill that “now is not the time to increase sovereign immunity limits as […]
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Kiran Subramanian – 06/10/2026 Insurance companies are also recognizing this positive reform with 15 new property and casualty insurance companies entering the Florida marketplace. This has allowed Florida to generate $206.6 million in new state tax revenue and more than $4.2 billion in annual gross product according to the Florida Justice Reform Institute. https://atr.org/lawsuit-reforms-deliver-massive-savings-on-insurance-for-floridians/
Even armed guards would not have been enough to stop the shooter in this case: The man carried his gun inside a fanny pack, concealed from view, explained William Large, of the Florida Justice Reform Institute, who helped write a friend-of-the-court brief in the appeal, in support of Publix. And even if the store […]
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 The president of a Florida legal reform group agreed. “Over the past several years, the Florida Legislature and Gov. Ron DeSantis have shown that smart policies can lower the cost of living on Floridians,” said William Large, president of the Florida Justice Reform Institute. […]
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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Product-Defect Presumption Lives On: Florida Appeals Court Upholds $103M vs. Ford
/in Insurance JournalProduct-Defect Presumption Lives On: Florida Appeals Court Upholds $103M vs. Ford By William Rabb | August 4, 2026 Ford had some big legal names on its side, including the Florida Justice Reform Institute’s William Large, who helped write a friend-of-the-court brief on Ford’s behalf. https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2026/08/04/880062.htm
Fla. justices nix Publix slip-and-fall after plaintiff lied
/in Legal NewslineChris Dickerson – Jul 13, 2026 TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Justice Reform Institute submitted an amicus curiae in support of Publix, arguing the determination of an appropriate remedy for a litigant’s abuse of the judicial system is properly within the trial court’s broad discretion and highlighting the case law supporting the trial court’s dismissal of Goga’s […]
DeSantis vetoes bill to increase caps in government suits
/in The Black Chronicle NewspaperBy: Black Chronicle News Service July 3, 2026 The Florida Justice Reform Institute opposed the bill. It said the bill would have increased taxes because local governments either would have been forced to raise taxes or cut services to absorb the costs of the cap increases. “While the bill’s proponents have characterized it as a […]
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 The Florida Justice Reform Institute, a business-backed group that lobbies to curb lawsuits, said in a June 9 letter urging DeSantis to veto the bill that “now is not the time to increase sovereign immunity limits as […]
Lawsuit Reforms Deliver Massive Savings on Insurance for Floridians
/in American Tort Reform AssociationKiran Subramanian – 06/10/2026 Insurance companies are also recognizing this positive reform with 15 new property and casualty insurance companies entering the Florida marketplace. This has allowed Florida to generate $206.6 million in new state tax revenue and more than $4.2 billion in annual gross product according to the Florida Justice Reform Institute. https://atr.org/lawsuit-reforms-deliver-massive-savings-on-insurance-for-floridians/
Publix Not Liable in ‘Unforeseeable’ 2021 Supermarket Shooting, Florida Court Says
/in Insurance JournalEven armed guards would not have been enough to stop the shooter in this case: The man carried his gun inside a fanny pack, concealed from view, explained William Large, of the Florida Justice Reform Institute, who helped write a friend-of-the-court brief in the appeal, in support of Publix. And even if the store […]
New insurance study shows Florida tort reforms are working_BC
/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 […]
New insurance study shows Florida tort reforms are working_TC
/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 The president of a Florida legal reform group agreed. “Over the past several years, the Florida Legislature and Gov. Ron DeSantis have shown that smart policies can lower the cost of living on Floridians,” said William Large, president of the Florida Justice Reform Institute. […]
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 […]
Florida may create new way to sue vaccine makers for harm_PNJ
/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 […]