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Disney’s Clause and Effect: Arbitration in the Magic Kingdom
By: Emily Thompson, Esq. Jeffrey Piccolo has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Disney World (“Disney”) following the tragic 2023 death of his wife, Dr. Kanokporn Tangsuan. Dr. Tangsuan suffered a severe and fatal allergic reaction after dining at a restaurant within the Orlando, Florida theme park. Mr. Piccolo alleges that the restaurant failed… Read More »
The Best Lawyers in America® Recognizes Five Johnson, Newlon & DeCort Attorneys
Johnson, Newlon & DeCort is pleased to announce that five of the firm’s partners have been recognized in the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. John “Sean” Johnson was selected by his peers for recognition in the Commercial Litigation, Banking and Finance Litigation, Securities Litigation and Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants categories. Christopher… Read More »
Partner, Nicole Deese Newlon, appointed to the ABA House of Delegates
Nicole Deese Newlon is one of two lawyers recently appointed by The Florida Bar Board of Governors to the serve on the American Bar Association House of Delegates. The House of Delegates serves as the policy-making body of the American Bar Association. Nicole has been appointed for a two-year term commencing August 7, 2024…. Read More »
FTC Final Non-Compete Clause Rule Takes Effect on September 4, 2024
By: Emily Thompson, Esq. and James Jeffrey Burns, Esq. On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its Final Non-Compete Clause Rule (Final Rule), prohibiting employers from entering into or attempting to enter into non-compete agreements with workers, including employees and independent contractors, or from representing that a worker is subject to… Read More »
Johnson, Newlon & DeCort Attorneys Recognized as 2024 Florida Super Lawyers
Seven attorneys from Johnson, Newlon & DeCort have been named to the 2024 Florida Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists. Super Lawyers uses a multiphase selection process including nomination and independent research emphasizing professional achievement, peer recognition, and community involvement. Only the top 5% of candidates are selected to the Super Lawyers List, while… Read More »
Partner, Nicole Deese Newlon, appointed to The Florida Bar Rules Committee
Nicole Deese Newlon was recently appointed to The Florida Bar’s Civil Procedure Rules Committee, a committee established under Rule 2.140, Florida Rules of General Practice & Judicial Administration, to propose new rules and changes to existing rules of civil procedure. Nicole has been appointed to the committee for a term beginning July 1, 2024…. Read More »