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.
Legal Advocacy Group Opposes Legislation to Repeal Florida Nonjoinder of Insurer Provisions
/in Florida RecordLegal advocacy group opposes legislation to repeal Florida nonjoinder of insurer provisions By Karen Kidd | Feb 16, 2018 Legislation introduced in the Florida Legislature last month that would repeal nonjoinder of insurer provisions in state law is opposed by a legal advocacy group. TALLAHASSEE — Legislation introduced in the Florida Legislature last month that would repeal […]
Tort reformer William Large keeps plugging away for PIP bad-faith revamp
/in Florida PoliticsTort reformer William Large keeps plugging away for PIP bad-faith revamp MICHAEL MOLINE February 12, 2018, 8:37 am One argument in the debate over repeal of Florida’s no-fault auto insurance system isn’t finding much love in the Legislature — that the real key to lower premiums is reform of the legal rules governing coverage […]
Steube AOB Bill Passes Judiciary Panel Despite Business Opposition
/in Florida RecordSteube AOB bill passes judiciary panel despite business opposition by Michael Carroll | Feb. 7, 2018, 9:41am TALLAHASSEE – A revamped bill that aims to address rising assignment-of-benefits concerns in Florida passed the state Senate’s Judiciary Committee Tuesday, but still failed to win support from the insurance industry and business interests. SB 1168, authored […]
Takeaways from Tallahassee — Legislative misses
/in Florida PoliticsTakeaways from Tallahassee — Legislative misses PETER SCHORSCH February 3, 2018, 5:35 am PIP quibbles The Legislature is barking up the wrong tree on PIP repeal, according to Florida Justice Reform President William Large. Fixing Florida’s bad-faith laws would do more to lower premiums, he said in a written statement. “This landmark PCI report on […]
Florida Agents March on State Capitol in Lawmaker Push to Reform AOB
/in The Insurance JournalFlorida Agents March on State Capitol in Lawmaker Push to Reform AOB By Amy O’Connor | January 25, 2018 More than 125 insurance agents from across Florida, along with members of the Consumer ProtectionCoalition (CPC), march to the Florida Capitol on Wednesday to highlight the need for Assignment of Benefits (AOB) reform. Photo by […]
Florida AOB Bill Passes Senate Insurance Panel Despite Business Opposition
/in Florida Recordby Michael Carroll | Jan. 24, 2018, 6:52am TALLAHASSEE – A Florida Senate panel gave a thumbs-up Tuesday to a bill that would prevent property insurers from including attorney fees and other legal costs in their rate base, despite opposition from insurance firms and other business interests. Insurers and business leaders complained before the […]
House Votes to Cap Claimants’ Attorney Fees at $150 an Hour
/in WorkCompCentralMonday, January 15, 2018 House Votes to Cap Claimants’ Attorney Fees at $150 an Hour By J. Todd Foster On the fourth day of the 2018 legislative session, members of the Florida’s House of Representatives voted along party lines to pass a bill that would cap claimants’ attorney fees at $150 an hour even […]
No-fault Auto Insurance Repeal advances in Senate
/in Sun SentinelNo-fault auto insurance repeal advances in Senate January 10, 2018 A bill that would repeal Florida’s longstanding no-fault auto insurance system and require vehicle owners to buy bodily injury coverage cleared a key Senatecommittee on Wednesday over objections from insurance representatives who predicted premiums and lawsuits would increase. If enacted, Florida vehicle owners would no […]
Lawmakers Return with Nearly Two-Dozen Comp Bills Filed
/in WorkCompCentralLawmakers Return With Nearly Two-Dozen Comp Bills Filed Tuesday, January 9, 2018 – By J. Todd Foster Lawmakers will gavel-in their 2018 legislative session today and already have at least 22 workers’ compensation-related bills to consider, including one that would cap claimants’ attorney fees at $150 an hour. Another measure would require the state’s […]
Environmental Proposal Delayed Amid Business Outcry
/in Daily Business ReviewEnvironmental Proposal Delayed Amid Business Outcry A proposed constitutional amendment that would redefine legal standing for Floridians when environmental problems occur was put on hold Tuesday as… October 12, 2012 Jacqui Thurlow-Lippisch A proposed constitutional amendment that would redefine legal standing for Floridians when environmental problems occur was put on hold Tuesday as opposition […]
Environmental Proposal Delayed Amid Business Outcry
/in News Service of FloridaBy Jim Turner, News Service of Florida Posted: 5:55 PM, December 12, 2017 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A proposed constitutional amendment that would redefine legal standing for Floridians when environmental problems occur was put on hold Tuesday as opposition mounts from powerful business groups. With critics arguing the measure is too vague and would create legal gridlock, […]
Environmental Proposal Delayed Amid Business Outcry
/in News Service of FloridaENVIRONMENTAL PROPOSAL DELAYED AMID BUSINESS OUTCRY By JIM TURNER THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, December 12, 2017……… A proposed constitutional amendment that would redefine legal standing for Floridians when environmental problems occur was put on hold Tuesday as opposition mounts from powerful business groups. With critics arguing the measure is too […]
Legal Expert: Class Action Lawsuit Against FPL&L Unmerited
/in Florida RecordLegal expert: Class action lawsuit against FP&L unmerited By Dee Thompson | Dec 6, 2017 MIAMI — The class action lawsuit filed against Florida Power and Light as a result of the power outages during Hurricane Irma is not merited, according to William Large of the Florida Justice Reform Institute. Large told the Florida Record, […]
‘Assigning’ Blame
/in AGRR.com‘Assigning’ Blame
Where is Disbarred Attorney from Bubba Case now? Still Tied to Courtroom
/in www.wtsp.comWhere is disbarred attorney from Bubba case now? Still tied to courtroom Adam Filthaut started a glass-replacement company and began filing assignment-of-benefits lawsuits almost immediately, both before and after his disbarment. Author: Noah Pransky Published: 5:03 PM EST November 20, 2017 Updated: 1:15 PM EST November 25, 2017 In the months Adam Filthaut spent delaying his disbarment […]
AOB in Focus
/in The Insurance InsiderAOB in focus Ted Bunker – November 20, 2017 Florida lawmakers recently began another effort to rein in abuses of the Sunshine State’s assignment of benefits policy, which lets repair contractors stand in an insured’s place in pursuing claims for things like non-storm related water damage. Whether reformers have a chance of succeeding remains […]
Fla. Court Ruling on Doctor Interviews a Victory for Plaintiffs
/in Bloomberg LawFla. Court Ruling on Doctor Interviews a Victory for Plaintiffs
Attorney Fee Cap Passes First House Hurdle
/in WorkCompCentralWednesday, November 15, 2017 Attorney Fee Cap Passes First House Hurdle By J. Todd Foster The Florida House Commerce Committee on Tuesday passed a bill that would cap claimants’ attorney fees at $150 an hour. The 18-8 vote was largely along party lines — with Republicans in favor and Democrats opposed — for Proposed […]
Lawmakers to Make Another Run at Capping Claimants’ Attorney Fees
/in WorkCompCentralThursday, November 9, 2017 Lawmakers to Make Another Run at Capping Claimants’ Attorney Fees By Todd Foster A month after saying a nearly double-digit rate decrease would preclude the need to regulate claimants’ attorney fees in 2018, a lawmaker has revived legislation that would cap those fees at $150 an hour. House Commerce Committee […]
‘PIP’ Repeal Speeds Toward House Floor
/in News4Jax‘PIP’ repeal speeds toward House floor By Jim Turner, News Service of Florida – Posted: 5:39 PM, November 07, 2017 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – An attempt to end the state’s no-fault auto insurance system is on the fast track in the Florida House. As in past years, the legislation, which has been projected to save motorists […]