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Florida DCA Affirms Summary Judgment for Publix in Varone Case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a summary judgment for Publix Super Markets, Inc. in a case involving a shooting incident. The court held that Publix did not owe a legal duty to protect against the criminal acts due to unforeseeability, as no similar prior incidents occurred within the store.

Florida Court Affirms 25-Year Burglary Sentence

The District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed a 25-year sentence for burglary of a dwelling. The court found sufficient evidence to support the conviction, even for the portion of the dwelling underneath the home, and rejected the appellant's argument regarding insufficient evidence.

Davis v. State of Florida - Sentencing Appeal Affirmed

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the sentencing of Jermaine Antwan Davis in Davis v. State of Florida. The court found that even if the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Erlinger v. United States applied, the sentencing error was harmless because the defendant did not dispute his qualification as a habitual felony offender and prison releasee reoffender.

Lindner v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's decision in Lindner v. State of Florida. The appeal, identified by docket number 2D2025-3239, was decided on March 18, 2026. No specific penalties or compliance deadlines were detailed in the disposition.

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.