Managing Partner Michael Cassel has been published in the St. Thomas Law Review regarding his analysis of the legislative changes enacted by Senate Bill 2-A and its effect on attorney fees and bad faith litigation, including a complete history of the issues and the impact moving forward.
We are proud to announce that the Third Distrcit Court of Appeal just Per Curium Affirmed our most recent appeal in the case of Universal v. Jimaca Investments.
Today, Michael Cassel presented oral arguments before the Third District Court of Appeal.
On February 1, 2024, the Supreme Court of Florida released its decision in American Coastal Insurance Company v. San Marco Villas Condominium Association, Inc. The San Marco opinion discusses, and attempts to resolve, the longstanding conflict between Florida appellate courts related to the completion of appraisal when coverage issues exist.
This week, Michael Cassel presented at the Windstorm Insurance Network 2024 Conference.
Hillary Cassel , Michael Cassel , and Alex Zatik have all been featured in the 2023 edition of Florida Super Lawyers Magazine. Hillary was named as a Florida Super Lawyer for the third year in a row after six consecutive years as a Rising Star, Michael was named as a Florida Super Lawyer for ...
On Sunday, May 14, 2023, firm co-founder and managing partner, Michael Cassel, officially received his Masters of Insurance Laws from the University of Connecticut.
On May 3, 2023, the Fourth District Court of Appeals released their decision in Cole v. Universal Property and Casualty Insurance Company. The Cole opinion discusses the retroactive application of pre-suit notice requirement enact as part of section 627.70152, Florida Statutes. While a more in-depth analysis of Senate Bills 76 (2021) and 2-A (2023) is forthcoming, this immediate preliminary examination is necessary due to the potential implications of the opinion.
On February 9, 2023, the Supreme Court of Florida released their decision in Parrish v. State Farm Florida Insurance Company. The Parrish opinion firmly states that a public adjuster, including the president of a public adjusting company, cannot serve as a “disinterested" appraiser if they have a pecuniary interest in the outcome of the appraisal.
On January 27, 2023, the Second District Court of Appeals released their decision in Cordero v. Florida Insurance Guaranty Association, Inc. While the case law regarding prompt notice of an insurance claim seems all but settled, the Cordero opinion expands upon the analysis as it pertains to when an insured must place the carrier on notice of a claim.
This week, Michael Cassel presented at the Windstorm Insurance Network ("WIND") 2023 Conference.
Recently, the Florida Legislature convened for a Special Session related to property insurance. Despite her freshman legislator status, Rep. Hillary Cassel, considered to be a leading expert in the field, was tasked by the Democratic Caucus to lead the way through the Special Session.
This week, Michael Cassel presented to the Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters ("FAPIA") as part of its Into the Storm Public Adjuster Virtual Webinar Series.
On November 22, 2022, Hillary Cassel was officially sworn in as a Member of the Florida House of Representatives
Cassel & Cassel co-founder Hillary Cassel has been elected as State Representative for Florida District 101.
This week, Michael Cassel presented at the Florida Bar Real Property Probate and Title Law ("RPPTL") Section Legislative and Case Law Update Seminar at the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, FL.
Michael Cassel has been selected as a recipient of the 2022 40 Under 40 Outstanding Young Professionals of South Florida Award by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Hillary Cassel , Michael Cassel , and Alex Zatik have all been featured in the 2022 edition of Florida Super Lawyers Magazine. Hillary was named as a Florida Super Lawyer for the second year in a row after six consecutive years as a Rising Star. Michael and Alex were both named as Rising Stars. This marks the sixth consecutive year for Michael and the second consecutive year for Alex.
As part of his pursuit of a Master of Law (LLM) in Insurance Law, Michael Cassel has recently completed a scholarly research paper regarding the application of Actual Cash Value and Replacement Cost Value in Florida property insurance claims.
On April 13, 2022, the Fourth District Court of Appeals released their decision in Sharon Godfrey v. People’s Trust Insurance Company,[1] (hereinafter "Godfrey"). The Godfrey opinion discusses a shift in the burden to prove prejudice as it pertains to the failure to comply with conditions precedent to coverage in a homeowners insurance policy.
This week, Michael Cassel presented at the Windstorm Insurance Network ("WIND") 2022 Conference.
This week, Michael Cassel presented in the 2021 Civil Remedies Webinar with the Florida Justice Association.
Hillary Cassel and Michael Cassel presented to the Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters at the 2021 live conference.
Hillary Cassel and Michael Cassel have been selected by Fort Lauderdale Illustrated as Top Lawyers in Insurance Law. This marks the second consecutive year for both Hillary and Michael.