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Despite attempts to ban non-compete agreements, they very much remain enforceable in Florida. In this article, Labor & Employment attorney Rob Paradela breaks down everything you need to know about drafting and enforcing non-compete and non-solicitation agreements in Florida.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eCNRNqUZ For inquiries about how Wicker Smith can help you with Labor & Employment matters in Florida, contact a member of our L&E Team. Jason Glusman Charlie Garcia Drew Vogt Robert Paradela Jr

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Nashville partner John Floyd, Jr., recently obtained summary judgment in a medical malpractice case in Calloway County, Kentucky.   Plaintiff in this case alleged that she suffered permanent injury as a result of a cervical manipulation performed by our client chiropractor. After party depositions, we moved for summary judgment on the grounds that Plaintiff could not provide any causal link between the treatment she received from our client and her eventual injury. The Court agreed, granting summary judgment and dismissing the case against our client with prejudice.   Congratulations John on this great result. 

Wicker Smith attorneys are frequent presenters at industry conferences, professional organizations, and as continuing education providers for clients. Some of our recent engagements include:   ▶️ Mandi Karvis, Phoenix: “Thank You for Being Nice: The Importance & Benefits of Civility in Litigation,” (State Bar of Arizona’s CLE in the Red Rocks Conference) ▶️ Erik Crep, Miami: “Check, Please! Ethical Billing Practices to Avoid Fee Disputes,” (Continuing Education session for a firm client) ▶️ Douglas B. Lumpkin, Sarasota: “Reducing the Risk of Medical Liability Through Documentation and Communication,” (Continuing Education session for a firm client) ▶️ Bryan Yasinsac, Orlando: “Defending Against Lifecare Plans & Combatting Plaintiff’s Damages Claims,” (USLAW NETWORK, Inc., Transportation & Logistics Exchange) ▶️ Mike Reed, Tampa: “Building the Right Defense Team,” (Continuing Education session for a firm client)   For inquiries about client presentations or other speaking engagements, reach out to us at marketing@wickersmith.com

Miami Partner, Marlene Brito, Esq., recently obtained summary judgment on behalf of a national retail warehouse club in Miami-Dade County. This was a negligent security case in which Plaintiff was assaulted in the store parking lot by a third party. Plaintiff alleged our client, the warehouse club, failed to have proper security measures in place, and as a result, he claimed a concussion, jaw dislocation, memory issues, blurry vision and neck and back pain. Plaintiff argued that the incident was foreseeable, and cited to numerous prior criminal incidents that had occurred at the property to support his claim. The subject incident took place in the parking lot before plaintiff entered the store, and lasted less than two minutes in its entirety. The Court agreed with our argument that the incident was sudden and unforeseeable, and granted summary judgment in our client’s favor. This ruling triggered our Proposal for Settlement, and our client will now be entitled to seek fees and costs dating from December 2024. Congratulations Marlene on this excellent work. 

When you join us at Wicker Smith you’re not just joining a law firm, you’re joining a 73-year tradition of excellence in trial work and client service. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in trial work, learn from some of the most respected attorneys in the business, and shape the future of your legal career. We currently have Associate openings in the following offices: ▶️ Atlanta ▶️ Fort Lauderdale ▶️ Jacksonville ▶️ Melbourne ▶️ Miami ▶️ Naples ▶️ Orlando ▶️ Tampa ▶️ Pensacola If you are ready to rise to the challenge and take your practice to the next level, we want to hear from you. Check out all available positions at https://lnkd.in/eVtBJvHZ

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Fort Lauderdale Partners, Robert Paradela and William Fink, and Associate, Victoria Sosa, recently obtained Final Summary Judgment in a medical malpractice action on behalf of a hospital system in Broward County, Florida.   This case involved a Plaintiff who underwent a hysterectomy and an alleged ureter thermal injury that she claimed led to a prolonged hospital stay and additional surgeries. Plaintiff sued our client, the hospital, alleging that they were vicariously liable for the purported negligence of her treating OBGYN and Urologist. Through strategic discovery, motion practice, and strict adherence to the trial court’s deadlines, we moved for final summary judgment arguing that Plaintiff failed to present any evidence supporting her claims of negligence against the hospital. A nominal proposal for settlement was served to the Plaintiff in 2023. The Court granted Final Summary Judgment and our client is now entitled to recover almost two years of fees and costs.   Congratulations to the entire team who worked this file on this excellent work on behalf of our client.