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Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

Florida Court Upholds $70.8 Million Verdict for Tampa General ER Negligence, Ruling Medicaid Status Cannot Limit Justice

In a precedent-setting decision, a Florida court has determined for the first time that Medicaid patients who seek emergency medical care are entitled to the same dignity, respect, compensation, and full legal protections...more

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SB 447 Has Expired: What This Means For California Survival Claims

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As of January 1, 2026, pain and suffering damages are no longer recoverable in survival actions filed in California....more

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Tow‑truck ride home leads to no‑duty ruling under Illinois negligence law

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Commercial transportation companies, service providers, and insurers are often asked to defend claims where an employee allegedly should have taken extra steps to help a customer avoid getting hurt. Tolentino v. Clifford’s...more

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Wrongful Death in California Accidents: Do You Have a Claim?

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Losing a loved one to the negligence of another person is devastating, but insult is added to injury when you begin to receive expensive bills for medical expenses, the funeral and the burial. This is only the beginning...more

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How Do You File a Claim for a Tire Blowout in Florida?

Tire blowouts can cause serious accidents. If you have been seriously injured in a car accident involving a tire blowout, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and other...more

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Florida Federal Court Holds Insurer Did Not Timely File Interpleader Under Section 624.155(6)

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As part of Florida’s March 2023 tort and insurance reforms, the Florida legislature introduced a safe harbor for carriers to avoid bad faith liability in claims involving multiple third party claimants. The provision appears...more

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Your Rights After an Injury in a California Drug Rehab Facility

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The booming drug rehabilitation industry promises hope to a wide range of people, but it also carries some surprising risks. People who leave a healing place don't expect to exit with new injuries. The detox process, staff...more

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New Jersey Appellate Division Limits Recovery of Speculative Future Medical Expenses

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The recoverability of future medical damages is frequently a contested issue in personal injury cases involving alleged permanent injuries. In a recent decision, the New Jersey Appellate Division provided guidance on when a...more

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What Should You Do If You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse in Delaware?

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When you place a loved one in a nursing home, you do so out of care and responsibility. You are ensuring they receive medical attention, daily assistance, and supervision that may no longer be possible at home. Most...more

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Ozempic & Wegovy Lawsuits: What Users Should Know About Similar Drugs

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Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have become widely recognized medications in recent years, offering significant benefits for managing type 2 diabetes and supporting chronic weight management. ...more

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Who Pays When Multiple Parties Are Responsible for a Truck Accident?

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Truck accidents rarely involve just two parties like typical car crashes, because the commercial trucking industry operates through complex networks of trucking companies, drivers, cargo loaders, maintenance contractors, and...more

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Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Personal-Injury Case with Major Implications for Broker Liability

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On March 4, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, a case arising from a December 2017 highway collision in Illinois....more

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Judge Enters $24.6M Default Judgment In Asbestos-Talc Suit

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Jurisdiction: California - Plaintiff Stephen Anderson filed a talc-related asbestos suit in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, claiming he contracted mesothelioma. Anderson allegedly experienced exposure from, among other...more

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Claims Notes: March 2026

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Governor Proposes Major Auto Tort Reforms- To combat high auto rates, New York’s proposed budget includes several tort‑reform measures: Pare Down Joint and Several Liability- The proposal would narrow New York’s...more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

Understanding the Lifetime Costs of Birth Injuries with Long-Term Effects

While some birth injuries only have short-term consequences, others can have long-term effects. In many cases, injuries resulting from oxygen deprivation, physical trauma during delivery, and other care-related issues will...more

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Supreme Court Hears Key Freight Broker Preemption Case

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Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Shawn Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, et al., a case that could reshape liability for freight brokers nationwide. The dispute stems from a 2017 truck accident...more

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Insurance Company Alleges Fraud Scheme with Staged Accidents and Litigation‑Driven Medicine

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Greater New York Mutual Insurance Company (“GNY”) recently filed a sweeping 207 page civil RICO complaint in the Eastern District of New York alleging a multi-layered insurance fraud enterprise involving personal injury law...more

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Landlord Liability for Tenant Safety: Lessons from the Jason Billingsley Case

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In recent years, courts have taken a closer look at what landlords must do to keep tenants safe, especially when property owners give employees access to residents’ homes....more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

Where Do You File a Claim for a Truck Accident in Florida?

When you suffer serious injuries in a car accident, seeking just compensation usually involves filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. But, what do you do when you get injured in an accident involving a...more

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Sealed Container Defense Shields Retailers from Liability for Latent Defects

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The Court of Appeals’ decision in Weaver v. AMV Holdings, LLC reinforces a core principle of North Carolina products‑liability law: downstream retailers and distributors are protected by the sealed container defense when...more

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California’s Social Media Litigation Poses Potential To Reshape The Legal Landscape

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On January 27, 2026, the eve of the jury trial, ByteDance (“TikTok”) reached a settlement to avoid the California state court landmark trial on social media addiction and the negative impact on teens’ mental health....more

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Michigan Court Invalidates No-Fault Policy Exclusion Conflicting with Statutory PIP Coverage

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Muzafer Isovska v. Fitzpatrick, No. 368902, Mich. Ct. App. (Oct. 30, 2025) - The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled that a no-fault policy exclusion that conflicts with the state’s statutory PIP coverage requirements (MCL...more

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How Do Bicycle Accident Claims Differ from Car Accident Cases?

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Bicycle accident claims present unique legal challenges that set them apart from typical car accident cases, starting with the fundamental vulnerability of cyclists who have no protective metal frame, airbags, or crumple...more

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Florida Appeals Court Reverses Summary Judgment, Stresses Need to Properly File Video Evidence to Preserve Record

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Reynolds v. Belk, Inc., 2024-1749 (District Court of Appeal of Florida, 5th District, 2025) - Marilyn Reynolds was a customer in the Belk, Inc. store when she tripped over an unsecured, wide-based metal stanchion and...more

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Trespasser Status Bars Recovery in Premises Liability Claim: Appellate Division Affirms Summary Judgment for Defendants

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Zografos v. Estate of Votra, A-3935-23 (N.J. Super. App. Div. Dec 26, 2025 - The New Jersey Appellate Division affirmed summary judgment in favor of the defendants, including the Estate of Nancy Votra, Bank of New York...more

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