As a general rule, in Florida, a party can not call an expert witness to testify at trial if the expert and the expert's opinions were not properly...

Is it permissable for a lawyer to correspond with the judge in a civil case without copying the other side?

Ex parte contact with a judge is generally not permitted. There are some exceptions to this rule, however. For example, some Florida courts have...

Yes, you can. However, the withdrawal of a petition could affect other issues. For example, if the opposing party has grounds to seek an award...

The best method is to take a deposition of the records custodian of the non-party that produced the records, That witness can not only identify...

Can the Court force a pro se party (individual) to get a lawyer?

In Florida, in a civil case, an individual can choose to proceed pro se, and the court typically cannot force an individual to get a lawyer. ...

Florida Summary Judgment

It is not clear from your question whether the plaintiff or defendant is the moving party. If all parties are in agreement, then you can prepare a...

Is the school responsible in anyway?

Florida law provides that schools are not absolute guarantors of student's safety. However, a school can still be responsible for injuries...

Ca I still file an appeal on a small claims case.

If the judge's decision was based on findings of fact, then it will be extremely difficult to prevail on appeal. Under Flroida law, an appellate...

Modifying a voluntary dismissal in Florida civil court (I'm Pro se)

You generally cannot modify a voluntary dismissal. Once the voluntary dismissal hit the court file, the court lost jurisdiction over the matter. ...

Can this case be reopen and who can open the case?

If you are the defendant, then it may mean that you have caught a break and the case against you may have been dismissed. If the Plaintiff failed...