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Artificial Intelligence May Assist, but Can Never Replace, the Judicial Decision-Making Process of Human Judges

Featured Article
Artificial intelligence, in its many forms and applications, has become the “latest technological frontier” available to the legal profession.[1] As...

Capital Raising in Florida — It’s a New Ballgame

Business Law
For many years, Florida-based businesses seeking to raise capital within Florida were faced with a Florida securities statute that was...

Recent Changes to Community Property Rights on Death

Featured Article
Florida continues to be a top destination for retirees, investors, and other individuals who enjoy living in the Sunshine State....

Getting Involved with Bar Work: We Can Make a Difference Together

President's Page
As I reflect on my journey as an attorney, I can unequivocally say that my involvement with The Florida Bar...

Muldrow v. City of St. Louis: A Huge Win for Employees in Employment Discrimination Claims

Labor and Employment Law
During Harvard’s Antonin Scalia Lecture Series in 2015, Justice Elena Kagan famously stated, “We’re all textualists now,” emphasizing the judiciary’s...

Taxed by Design? Florida’s Tax on Interior Design Contracts and What To Do About It

Tax
Florida sales and use tax can be full of surprises. Generally, sales and use tax applies to the sale or...

The Florida Supreme Court Abandons the Misapplication Theory of Express and Direct Conflict Jurisdiction

Appellate Practice
The Misapplication Theory of Express and Direct Conflict Jurisdiction has existed in Florida appellate jurisprudence since 1964.[1] Under a banner...