2014

Hackers' Withdrawal of Funds Not Covered Under Property "All Risks" Policy

January 29, 2014

It’s no secret that computer hacking has become a serious financial threat to individuals and companies alike. A recent decision by the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia highlights the necessity for companies to review their insurance policy language to determine whether the risks they wish to insure are covered under the provisions of their existing coverage.

Q&A With Carlton Fields' David Burke

January 27, 2014

Florida Supreme Court: Separate Escrow Accounts Not Required for Condominium Deposits

January 24, 2014

The Florida Supreme Court’s ruling in North Carillon, LLC v. CRC 603, LLC eliminates a claim for consumer rescission of a condominium unit purchase contract entered into before July 1, 2010. This opinion, which reverses the Third DCA decision in the case CRC 603, LLC v. North Carillon, LLC, is a significant victory for developers.

Choosing a Trademark that Won’t Buy You a Lawsuit

January 23, 2014

The "Internet of Things" Will Impact Law and Regulation in 2014

January 16, 2014

The Internet of Things will bring tremendous new benefits to consumers. Simultaneously, state and federal regulators will work to restrict government and private-sector collection and control of the data it will create.

Application of the Judicial Estoppel Doctrine in Florida, Georgia, and Federal Courts

January 7, 2014

This article, by Carlton Fields attorneys Jennifer McPheeters and Sylvia Walbolt, discusses the use of the judicial estoppel doctrine in Florida, Georgia, and federal courts.

The Affordable Care Act Comes of Age

January 3, 2014

This article provides an overview of significant Affordable Care Act provisions that take effect in 2014.

West Virginia Court Dismisses Lawsuits Challenging Life Insurers’ Unclaimed Death Benefits Practices

January 3, 2014

This article discusses a West Virginia court’s recent dismissal of lawsuits that challenged life insurers’ unclaimed death benefits practices.

Implied Warranties Extended to "Essential Services"

January 1, 2014