Florida Law News Monitoring

Florida Set To Change School Start Times - Again

Florida lawmakers have unanimously voted to undo a statewide mandate requiring later start times for middle and high schools - less than a year after approving it. The bill, passed in both the House and Senate without opposition, would give school …

Florida nurse caught by husband having sex with her 15-year-old stepson loses medical license: report

A Florida nurse was allegedly caught by her husband having sex with his 15-year-old son following weeks of reported seduction and has now lost her medical license, according to a report. Alexis Von Yates, 35, had her single-state nursing license revoked …

Mom, 3 kids moved to Florida with her boyfriend. He killed them all.

Renee Flaherty did her best to provide for her three children. Even though there wasn't always "much on the shelves," the rural mail carrier and single eastern Washington mom worked hard to put food on the table and loved her children dearly, …

A/E Selected for Florida’s Statewide Dorm Project

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Corrections has selected Omaha, Neb.-based HDR to lead architectural and engineering services for the Statewide Dorm Project, with the objective of increasing housing capacity and modernizing conditions at …

Federal judge says local police must follow order to halt enforcement of Florida immigration law

MIAMI (AP) — A federal judge told attorneys for the state of Florida on Tuesday that an order freezing the enforcement of a new state immigration law absolutely did apply to all of the state's local law enforcement agencies, despite a recent letter to …

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 4.30.25

Good Wednesday morning. For the last 16 years, friends and colleagues of the late Senate President Jim King have gathered and raised a toast in remembrance and love for King. His former staff, friends and colleagues ask that tonight, at your favorite …

Poll: Floridians oppose 6-Week abortion law, despite backing Trump in 2024

Nearly half of Florida voters oppose the state’s current abortion law, according to a new poll released on Wednesday by MediaLab@FAU. Just over a third support it and the rest don’t know what to think. Forty-nine percent of people polled said they were …

Federal judge says local police must follow order to halt enforcement of Florida immigration law

Biden-appointed federal judge keeps blocking Trump admin from nixing funding for lawyers for migrant children

Sen. Ashley Moody, R-Fla., joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss record-breaking ICE data during President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office and his response when asked about due process for illegal immigrants.  U.S. District Judge …

Florida appeals after judge blocks new immigration law

The law created state crimes for undocumented immigrants who enter or re-enter Florida. The judge's ruling also scheduled a hearing next month about whether Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier should be held in contempt or sanctioned. Florida has …

Fighting for Your Rightful Compensation: Why a Fort Lauderdale Injury Lawyer is Your Best Ally

Suffering an injury due to another party’s negligence can be a life-altering experience. The physical pain, emotional distress, and financial burdens can overwhelm even the strongest individuals. When this happens, securing fair compensation isn’t just a …

Florida Judge Seeks To Enjoin Parties Not Before Her Court

Florida enacted a law that permits law enforcement officials to arrest illegal aliens who enter the state. The ACLU filed suit against the state Attorney General, statewide prosecutors, and state attorneys, from enforcing the law. But the complaint did not …

Florida Will Soon Be Friendliest State in Country For Enforcing Non-Compete Agreements: 3 Key Steps for Employers

Florida has long been where people go to unwind – and soon it will also be a place where businesses can operate with more peace of mind, thanks to a new law that will make it the most enforcement-friendly state in the country for non-compete and garden …

Florida House sends DeSantis bill easing rules for compensating wrongfully imprisoned

TALLAHASSEE — A years-long legislative effort to make it easier for people who have been wrongfully incarcerated to receive compensation from the state is headed to Gov. Ron DeSantis, after the House unanimously approved the bill on Tuesday. Lawmakers …

Parental Rights Advocate Files Brief Against Florida School’s Secrecy In Gender Identity Discussions

The Liberty Justice Center, in collaboration with the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and Dr. Erica Anderson, PhD, has filed an amici curiae brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. The brief supports the legal battle …

Besides healthcare exec Paul Walczak, who did Trump pardon in Florida?

On his first day back in office, Trump issued a pardon for nearly 1,600 people in US Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Over 140 people with Florida connections were charged in the riots and subsequently pardoned by Trump. Betsy Fago of Jupiter, Florida, is a …

Bill to repeal Florida's Labor Pool Act advances to full House

click to enlarge Photo via Dennis MacDonald/Shutterstock A bill that would repeal state law governing the day labor industry in Florida was approved in a House committee on Tuesday and now will move to the full chamber for consideration. The proposal ( …

Alix Miller: Don’t roll back relief that Florida truckers, consumers are finally seeing

Chances are, everything in your home — from groceries to clothes to appliances — arrived there thanks to a trucker. Every truck on Florida’s roads represents a team of skilled professionals who keep our economy moving. Our industry is literally where the …

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs 8 more bills into law. Here’s what to expect

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis finally signed eight bills that arrived on his desk last week. The new laws deal with issues like hit-and-runs crashes, surrendered infants, drug testing and more. They come over a week after …

USHBC Applauds Final Passage of TAKE IT DOWN Act

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly celebrates the passage of the TAKE IT DOWN Act (S.146/H.R.633) in the U.S. House of Representatives. With …

Lundy LLP Real Estate Team Recognized Among Top 10 in Louisiana by The Security Title

Recognized for Outstanding Real Estate Production and Closings in Louisiana for Q1 2025 LAKE CHARLES, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lundy LLP is proud to announce that its Real Estate Team has been named to The Security …

Eleven Barton Gilman Attorneys Named to 2025 Rhode Island Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eleven Barton Gilman attorneys have been named to the 2025 Rhode Island Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists, a directory of leading attorneys who are evaluated on various measures of …

Findability Sciences Deepens Global AI Footprint with Strategic Multi-Million Dollar Expansion in Mumbai, India

New Mumbai Hub and Innovation & Delivery Centre Poised to Boost Innovation, Enhance Global Client Delivery, and Accelerate AI-driven Growth BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Findability Sciences, a leading …

Study reveals record-low public trust in Artificial Intelligence as new scorecard puts AI on the ballot

Survey shows Australians' trust in AI at an all-time low; election scorecard compares parties on backing an AI Safety Institute and AI Act. CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Australians' trust in AI has hit a …

Senate Passes Historic Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant victory for correctional officer safety, the U.S. Senate has passed the Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act (S.307), marking a decisive step forward in protecting …

SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates OPTN, COEP, SWTX, CKPT on Behalf of Shareholders

NEW YORK, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to …

Atossa Therapeutics Announces Issuance of U.S. Patent No. 12,281,056, Including 58 Claims Covering Various Formulations ...

SEATTLE, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS) (“Atossa” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative medicines for breast cancer, today announced that the United States Patent …

Laina Chan: Transforming Legal Access with AI

GREATER SYDNEY AREA, AUSTRALIA, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today’s fast-evolving legal landscape, AI in legal services is rapidly becoming essential—not just for streamlining research but for expanding access to justice. Award- …

Los Angeles County Bar Association Takes Stand Against Executive Overreach in New Court Filing

LACBA Among Nationwide Coalition Challenging Executive Orders That Threaten Legal Profession's Independence LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) is opposing recent …

Gentic Global Advisors Partners with Transforming Legal to Drive Innovation in Compliance and Legal Technology

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gentic Global Advisors, a Washington D.C.-based legal and emerging technology advisory firm founded by former Department of Justice officials and Chief Compliance Officers, is …

Lawmakers Kickoff Cannabis Unity Week as Advocates Return to Capitol Hill to Call for Federal Cannabis Reform

The Cannabis Unity Coalition Hosts Multi-Day Activism Event that Includes a Press Conference, Lobby Day, and White House Rally to Free Those Still Incarcerated WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Download Photos + …

FLUENCE ENERGY SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until May 12, 2025 to file lead plaintiff …

VIATRIS SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until June 3, 2025 to file lead plaintiff …

READY CAPITAL SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until May 5, 2025 to file lead plaintiff …

NET POWER SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until June 17, 2025 to file lead plaintiff …

APPLOVIN SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until May 5, 2025 to file lead plaintiff …

THE BANCORP SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until May 16, 2025 to file lead plaintiff …

E.L.F. BEAUTY SHAREHOLDER ALERT BY FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC REMINDS INVESTORS WITH ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until May 5, 2025 to file lead plaintiff …

ROSEN, LEADING INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages SoundHound AI, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in ...

NEW YORK, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of SoundHound AI, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOUN, SOUNW) between May 10, 2024 and March 3, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class …