May 20, 2024
Politics & Law
Making the Cut
Cuts in court funding coupled with skyrocketing court loads from the foreclosure crisis have created backlogs and delays in Florida's system
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Published on 2/12/2013
BP Bonanza
In a legal industry beset by the recession and pressures to become more efficient, a notable niche of growth has involved the final settlement of the BP oil spill.
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Published on 2/12/2013
Why Law Firms Fail
Business strategy and good internal management can be as important to a law firm's survival as its legal competence.
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Published on 2/11/2013
Tech and the Law
Lawyers haven't always been the most tech savvy professionals, but tech experts say that's changing...
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Published on 2/11/2013
Big-Picture Legal Trends in Florida
The recession has exposed structural flaws in the business models of many law firms.
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Published on 2/11/2013
Florida's Debt Debate
Gov. Rick Scott makes good on a promise to cut the state's debt level, but some say the move is ill-timed.
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Published on 1/31/2013
Running on E
Laird Lile wants to make sure attorneys have no excuse for missing e-filing deadlines.
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Published on 1/22/2013
Florida Legislative Priorities
One minute with two top state leaders: Florida Senate President Don Gaetz, and Senate Education Chairman John Legg.
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Published on 1/21/2013
Florida's Freshman Lawmakers
Meet Florida's 15 new senators and 44 house representatives. Each profile includes party, district, net worth and notable news.
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Published on 1/4/2013
Vote of Confidence
Florida pollster Bruce Barcelo is making a name for himself ensuring ‘ballot integrity' in budding democracies.
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Published on 12/17/2012
Being There - Florida Law, Overseas
Expanding abroad doesn't necessarily mean opening an office overseas.
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Published on 12/12/2012
Call of Duty - Stetson's new Veterans Law Institute
Students at Stetson University's new law institute battle on behalf of veterans and active-duty personnel.
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Published on 11/13/2012
Lining Up - Rick Scott's Opponents
Already, at least six candidates are considering running against Rick Scott.
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Published on 10/30/2012
Rick Scott at Midterm
Gov. Rick Scott, the outsider, has had to become more of an insider.
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Published on 10/29/2012
Guiding Principles
Elected to office at age 23, Andrew Gillum says he felt unprepared at times for what lay ahead. So he created a program that supports other young officials.
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Published on 10/18/2012
Mercy Mission - Lawyer Aids Former Felons
Clemency lawyer Reggie Garcia helps convicted felons get their rights back.
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Published on 10/8/2012
Florida Amendment 1 - Health Insurance Mandates
Main Sponsors: Sen. Mike Haridopolos (R-Merritt Island) and Rep. Scott Plakon (R-Longwood)
Title: Health Care Services
What It Does: Prohibits laws or rules compelling anyone to buy health insurance but...
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 2 - Veterans Tax Relief
About 74,000 veterans would qualify for the tax break.
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 3 - Budget--Taxes
More than 20 state legislatures have rejected similar proposals.
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 4 - Property Tax Breaks
The tax breaks would cost local governments up to $600 million.
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 5 - Judicial Reform
Main Sponsors: Rep. Eric Eisnaugle (R-Orlando); championed by Rep. Dean Cannon (R-Winter Park)
Title: State Courts
What It Does: Main features include Senate confirmation of the governor’s appointed justices, gives...
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 6 - Abortion Restrictions
Changes would clear the way for a parental consent law that has been struck down by the Supreme Court.
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 8 - Religious Funding
Religious institutions would be able to receive more public funds.
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 9 - Surviving Spouses Tax Relief
The measure would give surviving spouses of veterans or first responders an extra tax break.
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Published on 9/4/2012
Florida Amendment 10 - Small Business Tax Break
About 150,000 businesses would benefit from the increased tax exemption.
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Published on 9/4/2012
