Michael Forte

Admitting fault is not the norm for defense counsel but, in some situations, can be the best course of action. In this article, Michael Forte explains some of the practical considerations involved in deciding whether to admit...more In Florida, if you want to use surveillance footage at trial, you have to provide a copy to the plaintiff beforehand. After you provide the footage, the plaintiff might seek to compel the private investigator’s report as...more When a jury’s verdict is unreasonably low, the presiding judge may increase it by awarding an additur pursuant to Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.530 and Section 768.74, Florida Statutes. However, as to damages for future...more Removing a case to federal court requires diversity of citizenship and an amount in controversy of more than $75,000. In a personal injury case, the easiest way to prove the amount in controversy is to show medical specials...more