Appeals 101: Why Rendition Matters
Rendition is a critical concept in Florida appeals, but not everyone understands its importance.
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Blurred Lines and Appellate Preservation
The defendants’ trial lawyers tanked portions of their appeal by failing to speak up at two important points at the trial: At the close of plaintiff’s evidence, and before the jury was dismissed after rendering its verdict.
4th District Shortens Allowable Extensions for Reply Briefs and Criminal Appeals
The Fourth District Court of Appeal has shortened the allowable time period for agreed extensions of time to 90 days for an initial or answer brief, and 15 days for a reply brief.