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Stagecoaches or newspapers? Jim Lake assesses issues in U.S. Supreme Court social media cases
In a Florida Law Review article, TLo’s Jim Lake examines the U.S. Supreme Court’s pending cases concerning Florida and Texas social media law, including labels the justices might apply. Using an analogy one justice recently borrowed from Benjamin Franklin, Lake writes that social media companies are less like stagecoaches and more like newspapers.
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Southern District of Florida Grants Summary Judgment in Favor of TLo Client on Defamation and Tortious Interference Claims
From the outset, TLo lawyers argued that discovery would show the Plaintiff’s claims to be baseless. The Court ultimately agreed. On June 12, 2020, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida granted summary judgment in favor of Thomas & LoCicero’s client, Tramontina U.S.A., Inc., in a defamation and tortious interference case seeking…
Thomas & LoCicero Attorneys Named to 2020 Florida Super Lawyers
Florida Super Lawyers is a statewide rating service of attorneys that is held by only 5% of the state’s attorneys. The 2020 Florida Super Lawyers edition has been released. Attorneys from Thomas & LoCicero were included in the statewide ranking for lawyers in excellence in the following practice areas: Gregg D. Thomas: Media and Advertising Law Susan…
Judge Slaps Down Lawsuit Over Campaign Flier
A political campaign flier is protected free speech under Florida’s Anti-SLAPP law, a Florida judge has ruled, dismissing a former city commissioner’s defamation suit for statements published by a political opponent. A political campaign flier is protected free speech under Florida’s Anti-SLAPP law, a Florida judge has ruled, dismissing a former city commissioner’s defamation suit for…
11th Circuit Rules in Favor of TLo Client in Malicious Prosecution Case
“A malicious prosecution claim could succeed only if Wantman Group lacked probable cause . . . but the Court found that Wantman Group did have probable cause” and affirmed summary judgment. Agreeing with arguments made by Thomas & LoCicero, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed summary judgment dismissing a highly contentious malicious prosecution lawsuit…
TLo Participates in NAMWOLF’s 2019 Annual Meeting
Attorney Daniela Abratt moderates a panel that explores balancing the scales of leadership for women in the legal profession. The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) is hosting its Annual Meeting and Law Firm Expo in Los Angeles this week. Today’s agenda includes a session that features Daniela B. Abratt, attorney with…
TLo Attorney Weighs in on Attempts to Exempt Certain Public Records
Daniela Abratt shares concerns about the chipping away of the public’s right to access what is going on in their government and ensuring transparency. The Palm Beach Post published a news story yesterday regarding Palm Beach County’s plans to seek exemption for certain public records during Florida’s upcoming 2020 Legislative Session. Daniela B. Abratt, attorney in Thomas &…
Judge Dismisses Claims Against Online Marketplace
Attorneys at Thomas & LoCicero achieve a compelling victory which upholds the Communications Decency Act. Citing the federal law that bars claims against website operators for online speech by others, a court has dismissed negligence and fraud claims against an online marketplace arising from a user’s armed robbery of another user. David Rodriguez was a…
TLo Defeats Nikolas Cruz’s Petition to Keep Names of Jail Visitors Secret
Attorneys at Thomas & LoCicero achieve a compelling victory which upholds the Communications Decency Act. Florida’s Fourth District Court of Appeal rejected efforts by Nikolas Cruz, who is charged with multiple counts of murder in connection with the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, to keep secret the names of expert witnesses who may visit…
TLo Attorneys Named to 2020 Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers in America recognizes the top 5% of practicing lawyers in the U.S. Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to announce that six lawyers have been named to the 2020 Edition of Best Lawyers in America Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers…
LoCicero and Lake Named “Lawyer of the Year”
The ‘Lawyer of the Year’ award is presented annually to a single outstanding lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area by Best Lawyers in America. Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to congratulate Carol Jean LoCicero and James B. Lake who have been recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” by the 2020 Best Lawyers in America. Ms. LoCicero received…
TLo Attorney Jim McGuire Interviewed by FOX 13 News Regarding Negative Online Reviews
Jim McGuire reflects upon how leaving a bad online review could get you sued. Thomas & LoCicero attorney Jim McGuire was interviewed yesterday by local reporter Briona Arradondo of FOX 13 News WTVT-TV to gain his legal insights regarding posting negative online reviews and possible defamation lawsuits. The broadcast interview aired last night and an…
TLo Attorney Authors Updates for Internet Law Treatise
Linda Norbut reflects upon best practices for creating enforceable online contracts. Over the past year, Thomas & LoCicero attorney Linda Norbut has served as a contributing author, creating a series of updates for Internet Law: The Complete Guide, an online reference book for the rapidly changing field of Internet law and regulations. Her final and most recent update…
Tampa Bay Times Article Highlights TLo Attorney Jim Lake
Dedication, perseverance and hard work are essential to successfully hike the highest mountain in Africa; the same characteristics are required to be an attorney of excellence and integrity. Jim Lake is a partner in the Tampa office of Thomas & LoCicero. He is also a husband, father and active member of the community. Yesterday, the Tampa…
Thomas & LoCicero Obtains Order Permitting Camera Usage in State Drug Court
TLo attorneys land a victory for the (Fort Myers) News-Press. On July 9, 2019, the Lee County Circuit Court vacated an order restricting the news media’s ability to cover local drug court proceedings with electronic media such as still and video cameras. In March of this year, the (Fort Myers) News-Press filed a motion to intervene in State of Florida…