Casey McMullen-Walker

Res Ipsa Loquitur – Overview Res ipsa loquitur is a Latin term meaning “the thing speaks for itself.”  In practice, although res ipsa loquitur is an evidentiary doctrine, it also essentially acts as a common law cause of action, rooted in negligence, with its own elemental test.  So why bring a res ipsa negligence claim?  […]

An important aspect of every Florida workers’ compensation claim is the calculation of the statute of limitations. “Statute of limitations” may sound like a fancy legal term; however, it is simply a provision in the workers’ compensation law that specifies the time period in which an injured worker must file a Petition for Benefits to […]

You have found yourself in litigation with another business or individual in your industry – perhaps even a competitor – and you are served with discovery that seeks your sensitive, confidential business information or maybe even your trade secret information – what do you do? All too often, an unintended (or intended for some) consequence […]

Florida’s electronic court filing system is entering a new era of modernization, with important procedural and fee-related updates taking effect July 1, 2025. These changes are designed to streamline court operations, improve transparency, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the E-Filing Portal. The Florida Supreme Court’s “E-Everything” rules package (case SC2023-1401), released in March 2025 […]