Through research, lobbying, and testimony from legal experts, Florida Justice Reform Institute is fighting hard for the small businesses of our great state. We’re a local lobbying group in Tallahassee, FL, with both legislative and appellate achievements to our name. Together, we work hard to promote fair and equitable legal practice while providing information about civil justice in Florida.
As you can see below, the impressive accomplishments of our lobbying group have generated a significant amount of publicity. Newspapers, TV stations, and other media outlets from all over Florida have covered our efforts. We highly encourage you to read about them to learn more about how we fight and what we fight for. You can also get involved and support our mission by becoming a member today.
Where Can You Find Our Lobbying Group? All Over Florida.
From the Palm Beach Post and Tampa Bay Times to the Tallahassee Democrat and Orlando Sentinel, people across the state are seeing the effects of the Florida Justice Reform Institute. Currently, our organization is based in the state’s capital, where we advocate for a litigation environment that’s better for our economy.
When you feel like you don’t have enough representation, just remember that there are lobbyist like our organization that believes in justice for you. Our group goes above and beyond to stand up for the small and local businesses throughout the state. More than anything, we make it our goal to make your voices heard. Place your trust in our team, and you can expect us to fight for your rights.
Here at the Florida Justice Reform Institute, we strive to provide every individual with the representation that they require. You deserve to be listened to, which is why we’ll work with you to develop a publicity campaign that highlights your business and what rights you have. You can count on our lobbyist to bring attention to the issues facing your enterprise.
Lobbying For Your Rights
Our lobbyist group firmly believes that every company deserves to be heard, whether you’re an independent coffee shop or a major manufacturer. That’s why we work tirelessly to make sure everyone, from government officials to private citizens, knows your predicament. With us, you can rest assured that knowledgeable and skilled publicists are representing you. Don’t just take our word for it, though. Check out our list of appearances in the news below.
DeSantis names Meredith Sasso to Florida Supreme Court
/in wmnf.comMay 23, 2023 by Staff Florida Supreme Court By Jim Saunders ©2023 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Continuing to mold a conservative Florida Supreme Court, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday named Meredith Sasso to succeed former Justice Ricky Polston, who stepped down in March. Sasso, of Orlando, has served as a state appeals-court […]
DeSantis names conservative judge of Cuban heritage to Florida Supreme Court
/in Miami HeraldBY JIM SAUNDERS NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA UPDATED MAY 23, 2023 Gov. Ron DeSantis poses with newly appointed Florida Supreme Court Justice Meredith Sasso and her children in his office on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Executive Office of the Governor Continuing to mold a conservative Florida Supreme Court, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday named Meredith Sasso […]
DeSantis quietly names Judge Meredith Sasso to the Florida Supreme Court
/in Florida PhoenixShe’s another conservative with affiliation with Federalist Society BY: MICHAEL MOLINE – MAY 23, 2023 Meredith Sasso is pictured with Gov. Ron DeSantis and her children in this photo released on May 23, 2-23, following her appointment to the Florida Supreme Court. Credit: governor’s office The Florida Supreme Court’s newest justice is Meredith Sasso, a Cuban […]
DeSantis Names Sasso to Supreme Court
/in News Service of FloridaBy Jim Saunders – Tuesday, May 23, 2023 TALLAHASSEE — Continuing to mold a conservative Florida Supreme Court, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday named Meredith Sasso to succeed former Justice Ricky Polston, who stepped down in March. Sasso, of Orlando, has served as a state appeals-court judge since 2019 and is chief judge of the […]
DeSantis Names Meredith Sasso, Another Federalist Society Apostle, to Supreme Court
/in Flagler LiveMAY 23, 2023 Judge Meredith Sasso of the Sixth District Court of Appeal. Continuing to mold a conservative Florida Supreme Court, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday named Meredith Sasso to succeed former Justice Ricky Polston, who stepped down in March. Sasso, of Orlando, has served as a state appeals-court judge since 2019 and is chief […]
DeSantis continues shifting Florida Supreme Court rightward with new appointment
/in Sarasota Herald-TribuneZac Anderson – Sarasota Herald-Tribune – May 23, 2023 Gov. Ron DeSantis continued to reshape the Florida Supreme Court Tuesday with the appointment of Judge Meredith Sasso to replace Justice Ricky Polston, who resigned in March. The appointment means that five of the Supreme Court’s seven sitting justices are DeSantis appointees, which has allowed the governor to steer the court […]
DeSantis names conservative judge of Cuban heritage to Florida Supreme Court
/in Yahoo LifeJim Saunders – Tue, May 23, 2023 Executive Office of the Governor Continuing to mold a conservative Florida Supreme Court, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday named Meredith Sasso to succeed former Justice Ricky Polston, who stepped down in March. Sasso, of Orlando, has served as a state appeals-court judge since 2019 and is chief judge of […]
DeSantis Cements Textualist Majority on Florida Supreme Court
/in The Florida StandardThe governor has consistently appointed justices with a proven record of interpreting Florida’s laws – not writing them. JOSH MILLER – May 23, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Judge Meredith Sasso as the 93rd Justice to the Florida Supreme Court. “I am proud to appoint Judge Meredith Sasso to the Florida Supreme […]
Private lawyers pocket $73 million in Florida’s opioid case; Is it against state law?
/in Legal NewslineLEGAL NEWSLINE Moody By Daniel Fisher – May 17, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) – Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody says she found a way to pay private lawyers tens of millions of dollars for negotiating opioid settlements without triggering the state’s $50 million cap on contingency fees, though a state legal reform group disagrees. Moody’s explanation: […]
GoDaddy Tries To Sway Full 11th Circ. On TCPA Standing
/in Law360By Jess Krochtengel Law360 (May 16, 2023, 7:36 PM EDT) — GoDaddy.com is trying to persuade the Eleventh Circuit to keep its relatively high bar for standing in Telephone Consumer Protection Act class actions, while a class that got unwanted text messages from the company says the court should align with other circuits. The full Eleventh Circuit is […]
Lawmakers approve reform of the Florida Telephone Solicitation Act
/in Florida RecordFLORIDA RECORD Large | FJRI By Juliette Fairley – May 15, 2023 Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign an amendment to the Florida Telephone Solicitation Act that aims to end lawsuits against business owners who legitimately market to their existing clients. Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign an amendment to the Florida […]
Florida named a Point of Light by American Tort Reform Foundation
/in Florida RecordFLORIDA RECORD Large | FJRI By Juliette Fairley – May 11, 2023 After a long history of landing the top spot on the American Tort Reform Foundation’s Judicial Hellhole, Florida has become a Point of Light, and a tort reform advocate credits Gov. Ron DeSantis. “I give full credit to Governor Ron DeSantis and leadership in the […]
Winners and losers emerging from the 2023 Legislative Session
/in Florida PoliticsPeter Schorsch – May 8, 2023 Definite winners Florida Justice Reform Institute — Tort reform has never had a year like this — and may never again. In the meantime, William Large can sit back and count the ways: transformational, once-in-a-generation omnibus reform; reducing incentives to construction defect, legal advertising, telephone solicitation and windshield litigation; and […]
Insurer accountability bill heads to Senate floor, but big differences with House remain
/in Florida PoliticsGray Rohrer – April 21, 2023 ‘What we’re doing is having a little bit more transparency in reporting to the public.’ Legislation imposing larger fines and greater reporting requirements on property insurers cleared its last Senate committee hurdle and is headed to the floor in that chamber, but major differences remain with the House version of […]
David Glawe: Time to fix the cracks in auto glass laws
/in Florida PoliticsGuest Author – April 14, 2023 Unscrupulous glass repair vendors then often submit fraudulently inflated claims to the driver’s auto insurer. Drivers hit the road every day with the expectation that they — and their vehicles — will return home without incident. Basic personal auto insurance provides car owners with the peace of mind that, in […]
Florida Capital Conversations Podcast
/in Florida Justice Reform Institute NewsClick here to listen to Holland and Knight’s 15th episode of their “Florida Capital Conversations” podcast series with William Large, President of the Florida Justice Reform Institute (FJRI), and Tiffany Roddenberry, Holland & Knight attorney, discuss Florida tort reform by way of House Bill (HB) 837.
Sharp differences over changing Florida’s law on personal injury and damage lawsuits
/in wgcu.comSharp differences over changing Florida’s law on personal injury and damage lawsuits WGCU | By Hayley Lemery Published March 29, 2023 at 12:16 PM EDT Sophia Spero was driving and injured in a collision with another vehicle. She said the other driver was impaired, and Spero now works with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). […]
Major changes to Florida tort laws clear House; Senate could vote on final passage next week
/in Florida PoliticsChristine Jordan Sexton – March 18, 2023 The hope is insurance rates will be lowered though there is no mandate in the bill. The House has passed a major legislative package to limit lawsuits against insurance companies and businesses. Filed by Reps. Tommy Gregory and Tom Fabricio, the bill (HB 837) cleared the chamber on an 80-31 vote. Rep. Paula Stark, a Republican from […]
HOUSE AND SENATE TORT BILLS COMING TOGETHER
/in Florida Bar NewsMar 16, 2023 By Jim Ash The Senate Judiciary Committee has signed off on sweeping litigation reforms, many long demanded by industry to combat “lawsuit abuse,” “nuclear verdicts,” and “billboard attorneys.” The committee voted 8-4 on March 14 to approve a revised SB 236 by Sen. Travis Hutson, R-Palm Coast. Sen. Travis Hutson Hutson noted […]
Lawsuit limitation bills keep rolling through the process
/in Florida PoliticsChristine Jordan Sexton – March 16, 2023 A bill that gives insurers, and businesses more protections against lawsuits could pass the House on Friday. The Florida business community’s top priority for the 2023 Legislative Session — a sweeping bill to limit lawsuits against insurance companies and businesses — was center stage Thursday. The Senate Fiscal Policy […]