Submitted by Melanie Barker on 02 Jul, 2025
The subject matter of a motion is more important than how the motion is labeled. Courts have taken the position that the subject matter of a motion is more important than its title. See Mandelko v. Lopresti, 345 So.3d 314, 317 (Fla. 4th DCA…
Submitted by Jessica Gregory on 19 May, 2025
he Florida Supreme Court has held that in order to be entitled to seek fees, the claim for attorney’s fees, whether based on statute or contract, must be pled. Stockman v. Downs, 573 So. 2d 835, 837 (Fla. 1991). …
Submitted by Carri S. Leininger on 23 Jan, 2025
Insurance professionals and coverage attorneys already know the general law that governs policy interpretation. Insurance contracts are construed in accordance with the plain language of the policies as bargained for by the parties.” Prudential Prop. & Cas. Ins. Co. v. Swindal, 622 So. 2d 467, 470 (Fla. 1993).