Procedural Related:
- Progressive American Ins. Co. v. George Jager, et al., 5:24-cv-596-JSM-PRL (U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, Oct. 23, 2025 – Judge Lammens) (Granting Plaintiff’s motion for substitute service by publication, finding that Plaintiff conducted a diligent search and inquiry but was unable to personally serve Defendant, who appears to be evading service. The Court concluded that the action qualifies for service by publication under Fla. Stat. § 49.011(5), and that Plaintiff met the statutory requirements for such service, warranting an extension of time under Fed. R. Civ. P. 4(m).) https://ecf.flmd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show_public_doc?2024-00596-47-5-cv
- Gary and Christie Domoracki v. QBE Specialty Ins. Co., 2:25-cv-170-SPC-NPM (U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, Oct. 21, 2025 – Judge Mizell) (Denying Plaintiff’s motion to strike Defendant’s offers of judgement under Fla. Stat. § 768.79, finding that motions to strike are only appropriately addressed toward matters contained in pleadings. Additionally, the Court found it premature to address sanctions.) https://ecf.flmd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show_public_doc?2025-00170-42-2-cv
The Fine Print: The cases discussed are not a comprehensive list of all Florida decisions from this week. SLC may omit some, including PCAs and procedural rulings unrelated to coverage. SLC also excludes any cases in which I am or have been personally involved. These summaries are provided solely for informational purposes and do not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Any opinions expressed are my own and are not intended as legal guidance for any specific situation.