Civil Litigation

Florida's 2023 Tort Reform Law Reshapes Civil Litigation Landscape
Florida's comprehensive tort reform legislation, HB 837, has fundamentally altered civil litigation by shortening filing deadlines and changing negligence standards, creating significant challenges for personal injury plaintiffs and attorneys.

Timber Trespass Cases Surge in New England, Highlighting Costly Property Boundary Disputes
Attorney Israel Piedra discusses the growing prevalence and financial consequences of timber trespass cases in New England, where property line confusion leads to significant civil liabilities.

Former Prosecutor Kevin Lawlor Joins The Flood Law Firm, Enhancing Civil Litigation Expertise
Kevin D. Lawlor, a retired prosecutor with decades of experience in high-profile criminal cases, joins The Flood Law Firm to focus on civil litigation, bringing his trial expertise to personal injury and wrongful death cases.

Cristina M. Pierson Marks a Decade of Legal Excellence at Kelley | Uustal
Cristina M. Pierson celebrates her 10-year anniversary at Kelley | Uustal, highlighting her significant contributions to complex civil litigation and her unwavering dedication to client success.

Jussie Smollett Case Dismissed: City of Chicago Ends Civil Lawsuit
Actor Jussie Smollett's legal battle with the City of Chicago concludes with all cases dismissed, and he makes significant charitable donations to local nonprofits supporting youth and community healing.