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DBR: In South Florida, 10 judges are up for merit retention votes on the two district courts of appeal: five on Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal and five on Florida’s Fourth District Court of Appeal.
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Associated Press: The Supreme Court agreed on Monday [Oct. 19] to consider whether Congress had the constitutional authority to impose a ban on distilling spirits in private homes more than 150 years ago.
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Judges nationwide are cautiously exploring the benefits of AI, a National Center for State Courts report shows. The report is based on surveys of state and federal judges and shows that they were using the tech – but not for “judicial decision making.”
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According to a recently amended JEAC opinion, a judge may develop free family law software for litigants and attorneys, but may not personally administer the program or access databases containing confidential party information.
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The Florida Bar has concluded its internal investigation into the direct messages sent from Kade McLendon’s Instagram account to Damon Wilson. Those messages were reprehensible and inconsistent with the mission, values, and policies of The Florida Bar. While McLendon denies sending the messages, he did not provide evidence sufficient to demonstrate to The Florida Bar’s satisfaction that his Instagram account had been compromised. As of today, The Florida Bar has terminated McLendon’s employment.
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DBR: Following an 8-day trial, jurors in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of FL awarded WhereverTV $213 million on Oct. 15. ... The $213 million verdict against Comcast ... is the largest recorded in the district since at least 2008.
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Local 10: Broward County court officials say jury duty no-shows are creating a problem and could face fines and other legal consequences that previously went unenforced. Circuit Judge Frink said only 30%-47% of summoned jurors typically report for duty.
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The Florida Bar’s comprehensive review of its committees and sections took another step forward when the Board of Governors met recently in Miramar Beach. Proposals for consolidation and changes in requirements are scheduled for a December vote.
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Later this week, the @FlaBarLESection and @FLBarCCLGLS section will present the 52nd Annual Public Employment Labor Relations Forum in Orlando. Find out more about the event and how to attend in the Bar News.
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A recent episode of @flbaracademy's Lawyer/Leader podcast features President-elect Paige Greenlee. She discusses how getting involved in Florida Bar activities enriches lawyers' experiences, develops relationships, and develops leadership skills.
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The Florida Bar has put employee Kade McLendon on administrative leave while the investigation is ongoing. The messages in question are not only ethically and morally reprehensible but also violate our internal social media policy for employees. As the internal investigation continues, we are committed to enforcing our policies and procedures while making sure that any due process rights are protected.
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It's the best day of the week! On Tuesdays, we get to take our lunch break to enjoy a little legal news with our ham-and-cheese. Catch up with us today by tuning in to The Florida Bar News Briefs. 🎙️✨⚖️
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Following an inquiry by the Special Committee on AI Tools and Resources, the Board Review Committee on Professional Ethics will consider adopting a proposed advisory opinion at the Board of Governors’ direction during a meeting to be held early December.
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The Florida Bar is aware of messages that were possibly sent from an employee’s social media account that contained inappropriate content, and we have started an internal investigation into this matter.
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“There is life after practicing law,” says Lynn Dannheisser, who has taken down her lawyer’s shingle after 50 years as a Bar member. We celebrate her this #FeelGoodFriday because, in April, she debuted her first novel—a legal thriller.
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Politico: The state is seeking potentially millions in damages from Discord, claiming the company misled and deceived children and their parents about safety measures on the app.
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DBR: Despite missing the statute of limitations deadline and facing several hurdles associated with representing foreign parties, D. Fernando Bobadilla, a Miami attorney, secured a 7-figure verdict for a client allegedly defrauded by a Jax businessman.
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Florida Bar members have access to free trust accounting and billing software through The Florida Bar’s Member Benefits program. A new episode of the LegalFuel podcast explores how Smokeball Bill can help lawyers.
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Former Florida Bar President Michael Tanner has been appointed to aid a 16-member Supreme Court commission in its review of the state’s jury management practices, including 20-year-old jury panel size guidelines.
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