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WEST PALM BEACH, FL – June 24, 2024 – Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley is proud to announce the induction of Andrea Ann Lewis as Palm Beach County Bar Association President. An esteemed trial lawyer and Shareholder at our firm, Lewis brings a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment […]

Historic Decision After 17-Year Legal Battle: U.S. Corporation Held Accountable for Human Rights Abuses Abroad After a grueling 17-year legal battle, an American jury has, for the first time, held a major U.S. corporation accountable for complicity in severe human rights abuses abroad. In a landmark decision, the surviving family members […]

West Palm Beach, Florida – 6/10/2024 – Attorney DJ Ward has proudly achieved board certification as a civil trial lawyer, a prestigious recognition awarded by The Florida Bar. This certification signifies the highest standard of legal expertise and professionalism, distinguishing attorneys who demonstrate exceptional knowledge, skills, and proficiency in their field. […]

If you have a claim for a car accident in Florida, video footage of the accident could be the clearest evidence of your right to just compensation. Traffic accidents are increasingly being caught on video—with state and local government agencies, private businesses, and personal cell phones and dash cameras all […]

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While we might not get snow in Tallahassee, seasonal weather hazards still play a role in our lives at various points throughout the year. Rather than snow storms, hurricanes and tropical storms are our primary concern—with heavy winds and rains presenting risks for both major property damage and serious injuries. […]

Between Meta and TikTok, social media has been a topic of much discussion in recent months. While most of the conversation revolves around ethical concerns and data privacy, it underscores just how ubiquitous social media has become. Social media has become a way to share mundane details of our daily […]

As a cyclist, you have all of the same rights as drivers on Tallahassee’s roads. This means that you have the right to occupy your lane, and you have the right to not have drivers tailgate you or run you off of the road. This also means that you have […]

Pedestrian safety is a concern on and around university campuses across Florida. In 2020, a student at Florida State University (FSU) was tragically killed when she was struck by a driver in the crosswalk of the 1000 block of West Tennessee Street, and another student suffered serious injuries in a […]

Because of the beautiful weather, flat terrain, and tremendous resources, Florida is a great place for walking and cycling. While walking or biking may be easier or more enjoyable here than in other places, that doesn’t mean that it is necessarily safer. Pedestrians and cyclists face significant dangers whenever they […]