Courts & Legal

Hines v. Davison - Florida DCA Affirms Due to Inadequate Record

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Hines v. Davison due to the appellant's failure to provide an adequate record for review. The court cited the appellant's non-compliance with a prior court order regarding the record presentation.

Homeowners Choice Property & Casualty Ins. Co. v. Deborah Oakes - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in favor of a policyholder in a dispute over insurance coverage for property collapse. The court highlighted the importance of preserving legal issues for appeal, noting the insurer's attorney failed to do so in this case.

Aldacosta v. State of Florida - Double Jeopardy

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a conviction in Aldacosta v. State of Florida. The court addressed a double jeopardy issue arising from a jury verdict on one count and the State's subsequent nolle prosequi of that count to resolve the conflict with other convictions.

Alday v. Alday - Appellate Court Decision

The Florida District Court of Appeal, Second District, affirmed the lower court's decision in Alday v. Alday. The case, with docket number 2D2024-1394, was affirmed without significant elaboration in the per curiam opinion.

Diaz v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Diaz v. State of Florida. The appellate court issued its opinion on March 18, 2026, with docket number 2D2025-0760. This ruling pertains to a criminal matter.

B.G. v. Department of Children and Families - Child Welfare Case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in the child welfare case B.G. v. Department of Children and Families. The case involves minor children V.G. and E.G. The disposition was affirmed on March 18, 2026.

Florida Supreme Court Disciplines 11 Attorneys

The Florida Supreme Court disciplined 11 attorneys between September 18 and October 29, 2025. Three licenses were revoked, seven attorneys were suspended, and one received a public reprimand. These actions are part of the state's disciplinary system for its over 114,000 attorneys.

Florida Supreme Court Disciplines Nine Attorneys

The Florida Supreme Court has disciplined nine attorneys, suspending eight and reprimanding one, based on orders issued between September 18 and November 25, 2025. The disciplinary actions stem from violations of professional conduct rules, including felony convictions and other offenses.

Florida Supreme Court Disciplines 11 Attorneys

The Florida Supreme Court disciplined 11 attorneys between October and December 2025, including two disbarments and six suspensions. The Florida Bar acts as the state's guardian for the integrity of the legal profession.

Florida Supreme Court Disciplines Five Attorneys

The Florida Supreme Court disciplined five attorneys in February 2026, including four suspensions and one reprimand. The Florida Bar announced these actions, which are part of the state's disciplinary system for its over 115,000 members.