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Others May Take Notice if Florida County Law Prompts Uber Exit

04.30.2015
Mark J. Stempler

Uber is threatening to leave the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, market in light of a new county ordinance increasing requirements for ride-hailing services, a measure that an attorney representing traditional taxi services said could influence other local governments grappling with the issue. Broward County commissioners voted 9-0 Tuesday after a 4 […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying

Others May Take Notice If Fla. County Law Prompts Uber Exit

04.30.2015
Mark J. Stempler

By Nathan Hale April 30, 2015 Uber is threatening to leave the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, market in light of a new county ordinance increasing requirements for ride-hailing services, a measure that an attorney representing traditional taxi services said could influence other local governments grappling with the issue. Broward County commissioners […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying

Becker & Poliakoff Plays Key Role in U.S. Supreme Court Decision Upholding Florida Ban on Judicial Fundraising

04.29.2015

On April 29, 2015, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark decision upholding the right of states to ban elected judges and judicial candidates from directly soliciting campaign contributions. In a ruling that affects many of the 39 states (including Florida) where voters elect judges, the high court concluded that the […]

Areas of Focus: Business Litigation