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Associate Ben J. Whitman Elected to Palm Beach County Justice Association Board of Directors

Jan 18, 2019 • Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & Littky-Rubin

West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer, Ben J. Whitman was elected to the Palm Beach County Justice Association (PBCJA) Board of Directors on Thursday, January 17. He and other new members of the ...
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Partner David C. Prather Obtains $1,000,000 Settlement in Slip and Fall Case Resulting in Severe and Permanent Knee Injuries

Jan 17, 2019 • Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & Littky-Rubin

WEST PALM BEACH, FL., Jan. 17, 2019 -- West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer David C. Prather recently obtained a $1,000,000 settlement on behalf of a Florida woman who suffered severe and permanent ...
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As Pedestrian Deaths Increase Nationwide, Federal Regulators Make Safety Recommendations

Jan 14, 2019 • Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & Littky-Rubin

Pedestrians are by far and large the most vulnerable individuals on public roadways. Having virtually nothing to protect them against serious injuries in accidents involving motor vehicles, ...
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Partner David Prather Speaks to "Latinos In Action" as Part of Speaker Mentor Series

Jan 9, 2019 • Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & Littky-Rubin

On Wednesday, January 9th, Partner David Prather shared his story with members of Latinos In Action at Forest Hill High School as part of the Latinos in Action Speaker Mentor Series. Prather shared ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of December 21, 2018

Jan 7, 2019 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 51 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 21, 2018 ERROR TO GRANT DIRECTED VERDICT FOR DEFENDANT ANESTHESIOLOGIST, WHERE THERE WAS EVIDENCE TO PERMIT A REASONABLE FACT ...
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Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect: The Risks of Unqualified and Insufficient Staffing

Jan 7, 2019 • Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & Littky-Rubin

Families face difficult decisions when it comes to choosing a nursing home or facility that will provide care and support for their loved ones. To aid them in the process, families often rely on ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of December 14, 2018

Jan 4, 2019 • Julie Littky-Rubin

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 50 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 14, 2018 PLAINTIFF DID NOT IMPROPERLY STACK INFERENCES TO PROVE NEGLIGENCE. State Farm v. Hanania , 43 Fla. L. Weekly D2723 ...
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School Bus Accidents: Florida School Bus Laws & Victims’ Rights

Jan 2, 2019 • Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & Littky-Rubin

The past several weeks have seen a series of tragic school bus accidents across the country. Among them a crash involving a stopped school bus where five children were killed and six others injured, ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of December 7, 2018

Dec 17, 2018 • Julie Littky-Rubin

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 49 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 7, 2018 THE ABOLITION OF JOINT AND SEVERAL LIABILITY WAS MADE RETROACTIVE BY AMENDMENT IN 2011--PLAINTIFF’S EXPECTATION FOR ...
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What Does It Mean to Be a Board Certified Personal Injury Lawyer?

Dec 17, 2018 • CLARK, FOUNTAIN, LA VISTA, PRATHER & LITTKY-RUBIN

There are many ways in which lawyers can distinguish themselves and demonstrate their accomplishments. Awards, accolades, publications and results show proficiency and professionalism, but obtaining ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of November 30, 2018

Dec 10, 2018 • Julie Littky-Rubin

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 48 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 30, 2018 SUMMARY JUDGMENT REVERSED IN FDUTPA CASE AGAINST CAR DEALERSHIP. White v. Ferco Motors Corp. , 43 Fla. L. Weekly D2576 ...
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Sleep Deprived Drivers See Crash Risks Skyrocket, New Study Shows

Dec 10, 2018 • CLARK, FOUNTAIN, LA VISTA, PRATHER & LITTKY-RUBIN

Several studies over the past few years have called attention to the risks associated with drowsy driving. Although many are well aware drowsy driving can impede a person’s ability to drive safely, ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of November 23, 2018

Dec 6, 2018 • Julie Littky-Rubin

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 47 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 23, 2018 ORDER DENYING MOTION TO DISMISS COMPLAINT ON GROUND OF SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY NOT APPEALABLE, WHERE TRIAL COURT DOES NOT ...
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As Popularity of Sharable Scooters Increases, So Do Injuries

Dec 6, 2018 • CLARK, FOUNTAIN, LA VISTA, PRATHER & LITTKY-RUBIN

Sharable electric scooters are the latest rage in major cities across Florida and the country. These sleek motorized scooters work in many ways like the rideshare services which have become such an ...
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"It's New to Me!" Making the Case for Why Strict Liability Applies to "Repurposed" or "Remanufactured" Products

Nov 28, 2018 • JULIE H. LITTKY-RUBIN & DONALD R. FOUNTAIN, JR.

When an entity in the business of selling “repurposed” or “remanufactured” products puts one of those products into the stream of commerce, the question becomes whether such a product—one that is ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of November 16, 2018

Nov 25, 2018 • Julie Littky-Rubin

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 46 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 16, 2018 ALLEGATION THAT TRIAL JUDGE IS FACEBOOK “FRIENDS” WITH AN ATTORNEY APPEARING BEFORE THAT JUDGE--STANDING ALONE--DOES ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of November 9, 2018

Nov 23, 2018 • Julie Littky-Rubin

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 45 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9, 2018 TRIAL COURT ABUSED ITS DISCRETION IN DENYING MOTION FOR 57.105 SANCTIONS--THERE IS NO EXCEPTION FOR AN ATTORNEY WHO ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Nov 22, 2018 • Julie Littky-Rubin

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 44 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 2, 2018 WHEN MINOR LACKS A PARENT, GUARDIAN OR GUARDIAN AD LITEM, OR DURING ANY PERIOD WHERE THOSE PERSONS HAVE AN INTEREST ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of October 26, 2018

Nov 20, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 43 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 26, 2018 CHANGE IN ELECTRONIC SERVICE RULES. In Re: Amendments to Florida Rules of Civil Procedure, Florida Rules of Judicial ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of October 19, 2018

Nov 18, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 42 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 19, 2018 FRYE IS THE LAW OF THE LAND IN FLORIDA. Delisle v. Crane Co. , 43 Fla. L. Weekly S459 (Fla. October 15, 2018): In this ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of October 12, 2018

Nov 16, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 41 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 12, 2018 SUCCESSOR JUDGE ERRED IN AWARDING AN ADDITUR TO THE JURY’S PAIN AND SUFFERING AWARD WHERE CONFLICTING EVIDENCE WAS ...
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Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & Littky-Rubin is a 2019 Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers®

Nov 15, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

In recognition of our commitment to client satisfaction and constant pursuit of excellence, U.S. News and World Report Best Lawyers® has recently named Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Prather & ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of October 5, 2018

Nov 2, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 40 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 5, 2018 NO AMBIGUITY IN TWO IDENTICAL PROPOSALS FOR SETTLEMENT MADE TO TWO SEPARATE DEFENDANTS. Allen v. Nunez , 43 Fla. L. ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of September 21, 2018

Nov 1, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 38 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 21, 2018 THE FOCUS ON A BAD FAITH CASE IS NOT ON THE ACTIONS OF THE INSURED, BUT RATHER ON THE ACTIONS OF THE INSURER IN ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of September 28, 2018

Oct 19, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 39 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 LOADERS ARE DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTALITIES. Newton v. Caterpillar Financial Services Corp. , 43 Fla. L. Weekly S415a ...
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Overview of Florida Tort Law

Oct 17, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

What Is Tort Law? The term “tort” broadly refers to deliberately committed, wrongful actions (also known as “civil wrongs”) that infringe on the rights of others. In the state of Florida, “tort law” ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of September 14, 2018

Oct 15, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 37 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 14, 2018 TRIAL COURT DID NOT DEPART FROM ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF LAW IN DISQUALIFYING LAW FIRM REPRESENTING PLAINTIFF, WHERE ...
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How Does Florida Sovereign Immunity Law Affect Your Lawsuit?

Oct 12, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

In general, tort law recognizes that you are liable for injuries that another person sustains as a result of your negligent actions. So who can be liable for negligence? Individuals, corporations and ...
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Florida Drivers Again Named Among Worst in Nation: Here's Why

Oct 11, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

Auto accidents, dangerous drivers, and roadway risks are potential hazards nearly anywhere in the U.S., but in Florida, they seem to have become a way of life. That’s according to a new study ranking ...
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The Week in Torts - Cases from the Week of September 7, 2018

Oct 9, 2018 • Clark Fountain Staff

FLORIDA LAW WEEKLY VOLUME 43, NUMBER 36 CASES FROM THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 SUPREME COURT REVERSES DISMISSAL OF A MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIM IN PRESUIT, FINDING EXPERT’S AFFIDAVIT CONTAINED ...
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