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  • August 11, 2025

    3 Firms Guide Western Union's $500M Purchase Of Intermex

    Financial services firm Western Union Co. will acquire money transfer service International Money Express Inc., known as Intermex, in a $500 million all-cash deal led by Sidley Austin LLP, Holland & Knight LLP and Cravath Swaine & Moore LLP.

  • August 11, 2025

    Judge Upholds 99-Year Lease In Dispute At Miami Beach Hotel

    A state court judge largely shot down an attempt by co-owners of a Miami Beach hotel to cancel an operator's 99-year lease, rejecting arguments that the agreement requires the property to be maintained in 1950s condition.

  • August 11, 2025

    Fla. Drinks Co. Founder Faces Filings Ban Over Fake AI Cases

    A Florida federal judge is considering a request to ban the founder of Bang Energy from submitting any more paperwork without court permission after Monster Energy argued Monday that fake legal citations generated from artificial intelligence appeared in a pro se motion to dismiss its judgment collection lawsuit.

  • August 11, 2025

    FTX Customers Aim To Beef Up Case Against Fenwick & West

    New information that has emerged since customers of the now-collapsed cryptocurrency trading platform FTX Trading Ltd. sued Fenwick & West LLP over the firm's alleged role in that collapse justifies updating the complaint against the firm, those customers told a Florida federal court Monday.

  • August 11, 2025

    Fired PGA Tour Reporter Says Vaccine, Mask Objections Legit

    A former PGA Tour on-air talent, who was terminated for not complying with COVID-19 protocols, has told a Florida federal court that a trial is the appropriate vehicle through which to analyze whether her religious objections were "bona fide," and that the question cannot be addressed at the summary judgment stage.

  • August 11, 2025

    Investors Sue CTO Realty Over Alleged Dividend Deception

    A proposed class of shareholders in retail-focused real estate investment trust CTO Realty Growth Inc. filed a lawsuit in Florida federal court claiming the REIT misled them about its financial metrics, the sustainability of dividends and the profitability of an Atlanta mixed-use community.

  • August 11, 2025

    NY Judge Won't Unseal 'Redundant' Maxwell Grand Jury Docs

    A New York federal judge on Monday denied the Trump administration's bid to unseal grand jury transcripts and exhibits in the prosecution of Ghislaine Maxwell, who is appealing a 20-year prison sentence for trafficking teenage girls for sex offender and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, concluding that the materials contain almost nothing new.

  • August 09, 2025

    Real Estate Recap: Higher Ed, Big 4, Rising Stars

    Catch up on this past week's key developments by state from Law360 Real Estate Authority — including creative ways institutions of higher learning are monetizing real estate, second quarter takeaways from top commercial real estate brokerages, and profiles of two of the industry's rising stars.

  • August 08, 2025

    Fla. Law Barring Noncitizens From Voter Drives Struck Down

    A Florida federal judge Friday ruled that a state law banning noncitizens from collecting voter registration forms is unconstitutional, saying the provision is "facially discriminatory with respect to alienage" and that it violates the due process rights of a Hispanic civil rights organization and a permanent resident. 

  • August 08, 2025

    Florida Court Rejects Ex-Felon's Bid To Hold Public Office

    A Florida state appeals panel has rejected a bid by an ousted elected official challenging his removal from office for having prior felony convictions from another state.

  • August 08, 2025

    George Clinton Fights Sanctions In Decades-Long IP Battle

    Funk legend George Clinton has asked a Florida federal court to reject sanctions and lawsuit dismissal bids from music executive Armen Boladian, arguing that his copyright ownership complaint is not frivolous.

  • August 08, 2025

    Fla. Panel Slams 'Unending Demand' In Nursing Home Suit

    A Florida appeals court reinstated an estate's suit against the owners and managers of a nursing home over the lack of treatment of one of its now-deceased residents, chastising the "seemingly unending demand" for detail as the trial court repeatedly called for amendments to the initial complaint.

  • August 08, 2025

    Tight Budget Not Enough To Justify Delay In PrivatBank Case

    A Florida federal magistrate judge has denied the U.S. State Department's bid to pause litigation by two associates of the former owners of Ukraine's largest bank, ruling that heavy workloads due to budget constraints do not justify delaying the case.

  • August 08, 2025

    Titanic Artifact Ch. 11 Sale Suit Settled For $12M

    A Florida bankruptcy judge Friday approved an $11.75 million settlement of a long-standing adversary lawsuit over the sale of artifacts from the Titanic during the bankruptcy of a company that ran popular traveling exhibits about the ship.

  • August 08, 2025

    Costco Judgment Reversed Over Expert Report Rule Misstep

    The Eleventh Circuit has reversed a Florida federal court's judgment for Costco Wholesale Corp. that nixed a $155,000 jury award in a shopper's slip-and-fall lawsuit, finding the lower court misinterpreted a rule as requiring the shopper's treating physician to file an expert written report in order to testify.

  • August 08, 2025

    NJ Nonprofit Says Foundation Trying To Take Over Business

    A nonprofit organization that trains law enforcement officers and educators to teach children about the dangers of drugs and violence has sued the foundation that provides its curriculum, alleging that the foundation is attempting to put it out of business.

  • August 08, 2025

    Trans Ex-Teacher Says His Fla. Constitution Claims Are Valid

    A transgender former teacher has opposed a county school district's bid to toss his Florida federal court lawsuit claiming he was forced to quit after a new law required him to use incorrect pronouns at work, saying his suit should go forward under the state constitution.

  • August 08, 2025

    Why DOJ's US Attorney Moves Are Reaching Critical Point

    The Trump administration's strategy of extending U.S. attorney appointments using a pair of laws that allow for interim and acting prosecutors has sparked a constitutional tug-of-war between the executive, legislative and judicial branches that could end up in the U.S. Supreme Court or spur congressional action.

  • August 08, 2025

    Massachusetts Sheriff Charged With Extorting Cannabis Shop

    Suffolk County, Massachusetts, Sheriff Steven W. Tompkins was arrested Friday morning in Florida on extortion charges related to his demand for a stake in a cannabis dispensary — and a refund when his shares lost value — federal prosecutors announced.

  • August 07, 2025

    Crypto Buyers Win Class Cert. Against Kardashian, Celebs

    EthereumMax buyers accusing celebrities of promoting the cryptocurrency allegedly used in a pump-and-dump scheme can certify subclasses in four states, but not their nationwide class, a federal judge ruled, agreeing with famed boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. that there's a risk of California and Florida securities laws being inappropriately applied outside those states.

  • August 07, 2025

    Fla. Court Tosses Habeas Bid In Robbery Case

    A Florida appeals court has ruled that an indictment in a robbery and assault case cannot be overturned by a self-filed habeas petition from the defendant who claims the charging document lacked sufficient evidence about the date and time of the burglary assault charges.

  • August 07, 2025

    NFL, Hall Of Fame Sued Over 'Gold Jacket' Trademark

    The estate of the man who created the iconic Gold Jacket presented to NFL's Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees has sued the organization, the league and others in Florida federal court over allegedly infringing the trademark and trade dress of the blazer and other alumni-related marks.

  • August 07, 2025

    GOP States Push 5th Circ. To Rethink Migrant Arrest Ruling

    A coalition of 23 Republican-led states urged the Fifth Circuit to rethink its decision upholding the block of a Texas law allowing state officials to arrest people suspected of crossing the border unlawfully, writing that the decision "diminished every state's sovereignty."

  • August 07, 2025

    Fla. Judge Pauses Everglades Detention Facility Construction

    A Florida federal judge on Thursday issued a temporary restraining order in the lawsuit against the Everglades immigration detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," briefly halting the construction of additional tents and other infrastructure for two weeks while allowing facility operations to continue.

  • August 07, 2025

    LIV Golf, Stinger Tees Enter Mediation Over Trademark Clash

    A Florida federal court has appointed a retired state circuit court judge to mediate the trademark infringement dispute between LIV Golf Inc. and the Stinger Tees merchandise company.

Expert Analysis

  • Move Beyond Surface-Level Edits To Master Legal Writing

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    Recent instances in which attorneys filed briefs containing artificial intelligence hallucinations offer a stark reminder that effective revision isn’t just about superficial details like grammar — it requires attorneys to critically engage with their writing and analyze their rhetorical choices, says Ivy Grey at WordRake.

  • DOJ May Rethink Banning Firearms For Marijuana Users

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    In light of various federal circuit court decisions and an executive order from President Donald Trump, U.S. Department of Justice enforcement policy now may be on the verge of changing decidedly in favor of marijuana users' gun rights, and could foreshadow additional marijuana-friendly reforms, says Jacob Raver at Dentons.

  • 9th Circ. Has Muddied Waters Of Article III Pleading Standard

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    District courts in the Ninth Circuit continue to apply a defunct and especially forgiving pleading standard to questions of Article III standing, and the circuit court itself has only perpetuated this confusion — making it an attractive forum for disputes that have no rightful place in federal court, say attorneys at Gibson Dunn.

  • Fla. Workers' Comp Ruling Ups Bar For Emotional Injury Suits

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    A Florida appellate court’s recent opinion in Steak 'N Shake v. Spears requires that employees solely claiming emotional distress seek workers’ compensation before suing their employers, closing a potential loophole and reducing the potential proliferation of such disputes in Florida courts, says Rob Rogers at Kirwin Norris.

  • Series

    Competing In Modern Pentathlon Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Opening myself up to new experiences through competing in modern Olympic pentathlon has shrunk the appearance of my daily work annoyances and helps me improve my patience, manage crises better and remember that acquiring new skills requires working through your early mistakes, says attorney Mary Zoldak.

  • If Justices Accept, Maxwell Case May Clarify Meaning Of 'US'

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    If the U.S. Supreme Court agrees to take up Ghislaine Maxwell’s appeal, it could clarify the meaning of “United States” in the context of plea agreements, and a plain language interpretation of the term would offer criminal defendants fairness and finality, say attorneys at Kudman Trachten.

  • Series

    Law School's Missed Lessons: Teaching Yourself Legal Tech

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    New graduates often enter practice unfamiliar with even basic professional software, but budding lawyers can use on-the-job opportunities to both catch up on technological skills and explore the advanced legal and artificial intelligence tools that will open doors, says Alyssa Sones at Sheppard Mullin.

  • How AI May Reshape The Future Of Adjudication

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    As discussed at a recent panel at Texas A&M, artificial intelligence will not erase the human element of adjudication in the next 10 to 20 years, but it will drive efficiencies that spur private arbiters to experiment, lead public courts to evolve and force attorneys to adapt, says Christopher Seck at Squire Patton.

  • When Legal Advocacy Crosses The Line Into Incivility

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    As judges issue sanctions for courtroom incivility, and state bars advance formal discipline rules, trial lawyers must understand that the difference between zealous advocacy and unprofessionalism is not just a matter of tone; it's a marker of skill, credibility and potentially disciplinary exposure, says Nate Sabri at Perkins Coie.

  • Florida Case Could Redefine Construction Defect Damages

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    If a Florida appellate court overturns the trial court in a pending construction contract dispute, the state could experience a seismic shift in construction defect damages, effectively leaving homeowners and developers with an incomplete remedy, says Andrew Gold at Akerman.

  • Series

    Volunteering At Schools Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Speaking to elementary school students about the importance of college and other opportunities after high school — especially students who may not see those paths reflected in their daily lives — not only taught me the importance of giving back, but also helped to sharpen several skills essential to a successful legal practice, says Guillermo Escobedo at Constangy.

  • Attacks On Judicial Independence Tend To Manifest In 3 Ways

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    Attacks on judicial independence now run the gamut from gross (bald-faced interference) to systemic (structural changes) to insidious (efforts to undermine public trust), so lawyers, judges and the public must recognize the fateful moment in which we live and defend the rule of law every day, says Jim Moliterno at Washington and Lee University.

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    Law School's Missed Lessons: Appreciating Civil Procedure

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    If you’re like me, law school’s often complex and theoretical approach to teaching civil procedure may have contributed to an early struggle with the topic, but when seen from a practical perspective, new lawyers may find they enjoy mastering these rules, says Chloe Villagomez at Foster Garvey.

  • Calif. Bar Exam Fiasco Shows Why Attys Must Disclose AI Use

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    The recent revelation that a handful of questions from the controversial California bar exam administered in February were drafted using generative artificial intelligence demonstrates the continued importance of disclosure for attorneys who use AI tools, say attorneys at Troutman.

  • In 2nd Place, Va. 'Rocket Docket' Remains Old Reliable

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    The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia was again one of the fastest civil trial courts in the nation last year, and an interview with the court’s newest judge provides insights into why it continues to soar, says Robert Tata at Hunton.

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