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Medical Malpractice Suit Dismissed for Inadequate Affidavit of Merit in Wrongful Death Following Kidney Biopsy

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Sovelove v. Shirazi, A-1540-23, Jun. 17, 2025 - The decedent had undergone an elective kidney biopsy and suffered a large retroperitoneal bleed, resulting in her death. The plaintiff, individually and as the estate executor,...more

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The Supreme Court Update - March 10, 2025

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Today, the Supreme Court of the United States granted certiorari in two cases: Berk v. Choi, No. 24-440: Many states, including Delaware in this case, have “affidavit of merit” statutes that require certain types of...more

Carlton Fields

More on Competent Summary Judgment Evidence: The Rule Does Not Just Apply to Affidavits

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We previously wrote about the requirements many jurisdictions impose for affidavits or declarations submitted in conjunction with motions for summary judgment, including that they must be based on personal knowledge, show the...more

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Appellate Court Notes

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Supreme Court Advance Release Opinions: SC19359 - Persels & Associates, LLC v. Banking Commissioner - Noting that it has generally been the policy of the Courts to defer to the Legislature, especially as to the...more

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Family Law: Corporate And Trust Challenges To Service Of Process And Jurisdiction

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The president of a corporation, manager of a limited liability company, trustee of a family trust, or principal of another business entity receives a summons in a Florida divorce case. One spouse contends the other’s...more

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