Florida

Recent Changes in Florida Law Causing Delays for Inmates Seeking Release in Miami-Dade County

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Miami, Florida – Changes to the law in Miami-Dade County have resulted in individuals accused of crimes being held in jail longer before seeing a first-appearance judge. In the past, it was common for those deemed not “high-risk” to pay a bond and be released shortly after their arrest. However, new legislation signed by the Florida legislature and governor has altered this practice. Under Florida law, individuals must appear before a first appearance judge within 24 hours of their arrest. However, due to the high volume of arrestees in Miami-Dade, many were able to bond … Read more

Florida Litigator Secures Massive Verdict Against Big Tobacco in Groundbreaking Massachusetts Case

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MIAMI – A South Florida litigator, known for his success in winning substantial verdicts against Big Tobacco, recently led a team of attorneys to secure a significant verdict in Massachusetts state court. Randy Rosenblum, a partner at Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein in Miami, joined forces with Kevin Donovan of Rubenstein Law in Miami and lawyers from the Public Health Advocacy Institute in Boston. The plaintiffs in this case were Joseph Reppucci, a cancer survivor, and his wife. They brought a lawsuit against several defendants, including the well-known tobacco company R.J. Reynolds. The team of attorneys … Read more

Your Ultimate Guide to Car Accident Lawsuits in Florida: Statutes of Limitations, Driver Laws, and How an Attorney Can Help You

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ORLANDO, Fla. – Car accidents can result in significant losses for those involved, but in Florida, there are laws in place to help victims recover damages. To better understand car accident lawsuits in the state, we have prepared a comprehensive guide. One crucial factor to consider is the statute of limitations for car accidents in Florida, which is two years. This means that victims have a two-year window to file a claim or risk losing their right to seek compensation. However, there are exceptions for minors, mentally incompetent individuals, and cases where injuries were discovered … Read more

Florida Grand Jury Clears Deputies in Controversial Shooting at Kissimmee Target, Sheriff Emphasizes Need for Swifter Investigations

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KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Two deputies from the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office were cleared of charges in a shooting incident that resulted in the death of a 20-year-old and injuries to three others. The controversial shooting took place outside a Target store in Kissimmee on April 27, 2022. Following a grand jury’s decision not to press charges, Sheriff Marcos Lopez expressed gratitude to the jury and extended his condolences to the affected parties during a press conference held on Wednesday. During the press conference, Sheriff Lopez emphasized the tragic nature of situations that require law enforcement … Read more