Through research, lobbying, and testimony from legal experts, Florida Justice Reform Institute is fighting hard for the small businesses of our great state. We’re a local lobbying group in Tallahassee, FL, with both legislative and appellate achievements to our name. Together, we work hard to promote fair and equitable legal practice while providing information about civil justice in Florida.
As you can see below, the impressive accomplishments of our lobbying group have generated a significant amount of publicity. Newspapers, TV stations, and other media outlets from all over Florida have covered our efforts. We highly encourage you to read about them to learn more about how we fight and what we fight for. You can also get involved and support our mission by becoming a member today.
Where Can You Find Our Lobbying Group? All Over Florida.
From the Palm Beach Post and Tampa Bay Times to the Tallahassee Democrat and Orlando Sentinel, people across the state are seeing the effects of the Florida Justice Reform Institute. Currently, our organization is based in the state’s capital, where we advocate for a litigation environment that’s better for our economy.
When you feel like you don’t have enough representation, just remember that there are lobbyist like our organization that believes in justice for you. Our group goes above and beyond to stand up for the small and local businesses throughout the state. More than anything, we make it our goal to make your voices heard. Place your trust in our team, and you can expect us to fight for your rights.
Here at the Florida Justice Reform Institute, we strive to provide every individual with the representation that they require. You deserve to be listened to, which is why we’ll work with you to develop a publicity campaign that highlights your business and what rights you have. You can count on our lobbyist to bring attention to the issues facing your enterprise.
Lobbying For Your Rights
Our lobbyist group firmly believes that every company deserves to be heard, whether you’re an independent coffee shop or a major manufacturer. That’s why we work tirelessly to make sure everyone, from government officials to private citizens, knows your predicament. With us, you can rest assured that knowledgeable and skilled publicists are representing you. Don’t just take our word for it, though. Check out our list of appearances in the news below.
Path to Covid-liability protection in Florida has gotten bumpy
/in Jacksonville News-JournalPath to Covid-liability protection in Florida has gotten bumpy Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee ANEESE By Christine Sexton – News Service of Florida March 3, 2021 The push to fast-track legislation to protect Florida businesses from COVID-19 litigation continues to be bumpy. While Tuesday was just the first day of the 2021 legislative session, Republicans […]
Florida’s Rush To Pass COVID-19 Liability Shield May Backfire
/in Law360Florida’s Rush To Pass COVID-19 Liability Shield May Backfire By Nathan Hale Law360 (March 2, 2021, 5:57 PM EST) — Florida seems poised to quickly pass a COVID-19 liability shield as its legislative session starts this week, despite critics’ concerns the current proposals go too far or might even produce unintended consequences that could end […]
House, Senate Show Differences On COVID-19 Liability Bills
/in 4CBS MiamiHouse, Senate Show Differences On COVID-19 Liability Bills By CBSMiami.com Team March 2, 2021 at 10:00 pm TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) – The push to fast-track legislation to protect Florida businesses from COVID-19 litigation continues to be bumpy. While Tuesday was just the first day of the 2021 legislative session, Republicans in the House and Senate […]
Florida lawmakers pacing other states in COVID-19 liability bills – and their session hasn’t even started yet
/in The Center Square FloridaFlorida lawmakers pacing other states in COVID-19 liability bills – and their session hasn’t even started yet By John Haughey | The Center Square contributor – February 18, 2021 lorida Rep. Colleen Burton, R-Lakeland. – Steve Cannon / AP (The Center Square) – At least 27 states have enhanced liability protections for healthcare providers and […]
House panel gives health care liability protections its first OK
/in Florida PoliticsHouse panel gives health care liability protections its first OK After nearly two hours of discussion, four Democrats voted with Republicans. By Renzo Downey on February 18, 2021 A bill to grant liability protections to health care providers is on its way through the committee process after nearly two hours of discussion during its first hearing. The […]
Trucking Takes On Lawsuit Abuse in Florida
/in Transport TopicsEric Miller | Senior Reporter | February 17, 2021 Trucking Takes On Lawsuit Abuse in Florida traveler1116/Getty Images For years, Florida owned a spot on the American Tort Reform Foundation’s “Judicial Hellholes” list for its reputation for being a place where judges in civil cases systematically apply laws and court procedures in an unfair […]
Republican lawmaker’s bill would protect Florida abortion clinics from COVID liability
/in Miami HeraldRepublican lawmaker’s bill would protect Florida abortion clinics from COVID liability BY KIRBY WILSON FEBRUARY 16, 2021 06:00 AM, UPDATED FEBRUARY 16, 2021 03:26 PM Republican Florida Sen. Jeff Brandes FILE PHOTO Republican lawmakers don’t typically like to say abortion services are health care. In fact, in 2020, Republican U.S. Sens. Marco Rubio and Rick […]
Abortion clinics are health care providers, Florida liability bill says
/in Tampa Bay TimesAbortion clinics are health care providers, Florida liability bill says The bill’s author notes that abortion clinics are regulated as health providers by the state. But some abortion rights advocates are noting the irony of the Republican-backed legislation. Joey Cousin, a transgender student from Broward county and an opponent of the SB 404, known […]
Fast tracking to protect businesses from COVID lawsuits? FL Legislature hasn’t convened yet and vote in full House is near
/in Florida PhoenixFast tracking to protect businesses from COVID lawsuits? FL Legislature hasn’t convened yet and vote in full House is near By Michael Moline -February 16, 2021 The Historic Capitol, foreground, and Florida Capitol buildings. Photo Colin Hackley The House version of legislation to protect businesses from COVID lawsuits is preparing for its final committee […]
FL Legislature 2021: FL’s business lobby and state’s trial lawyers clash: GOP wants to protect businesses from COVID lawsuits and possibly more
/in Florida PhoenixFL Legislature 2021: FL’s business lobby and state’s trial lawyers clash: GOP wants to protect businesses from COVID lawsuits and possibly more By Michael Moline – February 15, 2021 Florida’s Capitol, Jan. 6, 2021. Credit: Michael Moline/Florida Phoenix Barbara DeVane, lobbyist since 1972 for progressive causes in Tallahassee, offered some historical perspective last week […]
Consumer Protection Coalition, National Insurance Crime Bureau Take on AOB Auto Glass Abuse
/in glassBYTEs.comConsumer Protection Coalition, National Insurance Crime Bureau Take on AOB Auto Glass Abuse February 12, 2021 Working together, the Consumer Protection Coalition (CPC) and National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) have released two new video public service announcements (PSAs) warning consumers about Assignment of Benefits (AOB) auto glass fraud and abuse. Available in English […]
House, Senate Diverge on COVID-19 Lawsuit Protection Bills
/in Law.comHouse, Senate Diverge on COVID-19 Lawsuit Protection Bills Among the differences between House and Senate lawmakers are how long legal protections should be in effect, the types of COVID-19-related lawsuits that would be limited and whether to require physician affidavits when lawsuits are filed. By Christine Sexton | February 09, 2021 at 12:33 PM […]
House, Senate Diverge On Bills For Health Care Provider COVID Lawsuits
/in Florida Health NewsHouse, Senate Diverge On Bills For Health Care Provider COVID Lawsuits Health News Florida | By Christine Sexton – News Service of Florida Published February 9, 2021 at 8:30 AM EST Chief among the differences are how long legal protections should be in effect, types of COVID-related lawsuits that would be limited and whether […]
House, Senate diverge on health lawsuit bills
/in Florida PoliticsHouse, Senate diverge on health lawsuit bills Chief among the differences are how long legal protections should be in effect. By News Service Of Florida on February 9, 2021 Lawmakers are poised this year to pass legislation to protect health-care providers and other types of businesses from lawsuits related to COVID-19. But while the House and Senate […]
House, Senate Diverge of Health Lawsuit Bills
/in Florida Orthopaedic SocietyHouse, Senate Diverge of Health Lawsuit Bills Tuesday, February 9, 2021 Posted by: Diane Berg Christine Sexton/News Service Florida TALLAHASSEE — Lawmakers are poised this year to pass legislation to protect health-care providers and other types of businesses from lawsuits related to COVID-19. But while the House and Senate unveiled identical bills for non-health […]
House, Senate diverge on health lawsuit bills
/in Duval County Medicial SocietyHouse, Senate diverge on health lawsuit bills Monday, February 8, 2021 The News Service of Florida By Christine Sexton TALLAHASSEE — Lawmakers are poised this year to pass legislation to protect health-care providers and other types of businesses from lawsuits related to COVID-19. But while the House and Senate unveiled identical bills for non-health […]
House, Senate diverge on health lawsuit bills
/in MyPanhandle.comFLORIDA CORONAVIRUS NEWS House, Senate diverge on health lawsuit bills FILE – In this April 20, 2020, file photo, resident physician Leslie Bottrell stands outside a room at an Intensive Care Unit as a nurse suctions the lungs of a COVID-19 patient at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Yonkers, N.Y. A U.S. government report says […]
HOUSE, SENATE DIVERGE ON HEALTH LAWSUIT BILLS
/in News Service of FloridaHOUSE, SENATE DIVERGE ON HEALTH LAWSUIT BILLS 2/8/2021 Christine Sexton TALLAHASSEE — Lawmakers are poised this year to pass legislation to protect health-care providers and other types of businesses from lawsuits related to COVID-19. But while the House and Senate unveiled identical bills for non-health care businesses, their proposals aren’t the same […]
House panel backs Covid-19 business legal shield
/in Orlando Business JournalHouse panel backs Covid-19 business legal shield February 4, 2021 The measure, which has broad support from business organizations, would make it harder to file coronavirus-related lawsuits against businesses and to win such lawsuits. The Republican-controlled Legislature continues to fast-track a proposal that would shield Florida businesses from coronavirus-related lawsuits, positioning the measure to […]
House Panel Backs COVID-19 Legal Shield For Florida Businesses
/in WUSFHouse Panel Backs COVID-19 Legal Shield For Florida Businesses February 04, 2021 08:48 AM State Rep. Lawrence McClure of Dover Florida House of Representatives (2018) The Republican-controlled Legislature continues to fast-track a proposal that would shield Florida businesses from coronavirus-related lawsuits, positioning the measure to be among the first bills passed after the 2021 […]