Since 1966, Florida courts have required the moving party to conclusively “disapprove the nonmovant’s theory of the case in order to eliminate any issue of fact”. Hall v. Tolcott, 191 So. 2d 40 (Fla 1966). By contrast, the US Supreme Court has held that there is “no express or implied requirement in Rule 56 that… Read More
Vernis & Bowling recognizes and celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Vernis & Bowling recognizes and celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This holiday, designated as a “national day of service,” celebrates the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy. His life was not only framed by the words he spoke, but by the images that captured his accomplishments. The iconic image on the left was photographed… Read More
Can Employers Mandate COVID-19 Vaccinations? By Matthew Bernstein, Esq.
As we enter 2021 having (optimistically) finally reached a turning point in the COVID-19 pandemic with the approval and distribution of at least two viable vaccines, a popular question being asked is whether employers can mandate that their employees be vaccinated for COVID-19. From a purely legal standpoint, the answer is (perhaps stereotypically) not a… Read More
G. Jeffrey Vernis selected as Top Lawyer
G. Jeffrey Vernis, Managing Partner, has been selected to appear in the 2021 South Florida Legal Guide as a Top Lawyer. This annual publication features the top legal professionals and litigation support CPAs in South Florida.
Shanthy Bala awarded Pro Bono Service Award
Vernis & Bowling is proud to announce that the Florida Bar has selected Shanthy Bala, Esq. (Ft. Myers, FL) as the 20th Judicial Circuit’s 2021 FL Bar President’s Pro Bono Service Award honoree. Twenty legal professionals were selected throughout the state, one for each circuit, out of 107,000 legal professionals total. Congratulations to Shanthy on… Read More