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Dale Swope Advocates for Public Safety in Florida Senate Testimony on UTV Legislation

Managing partner Dale Swope recently testified before the Florida Senate Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism and Economic Development, speaking on behalf of the Florida Justice Association regarding proposed legislation that would allow utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) on public roadways. His testimony highlighted critical safety concerns and underscored the firm’s commitment to protecting Florida families from Read More

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Swope, Rodante P.A. Represents Homicide Victim in Lawsuit Against Centerstone and Central Florida Behavioral Health Network

Swope, Rodante P.A. today confirmed that it represents Krista Kale, in her capacity as Personal Representative of the Estate of Patricia Matejcek, in connection with the death of Ms. Matejcek, which has been the subject of recent investigative reporting concerning the Mary Jennings “group home” and the actions of Centerstone of Florida. Ms. Matejcek’s family Read More

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Dale Swope Honored with the FJA Justice Barbara Pariente Award

Managing Partner Dale Swope has been named the 2025 recipient of the Justice Barbara Pariente Award by the Florida Justice Association. Established in 2021, this prestigious award honors trial lawyers who embody the values of tenacity, resilience, and unwavering commitment to ensuring equal justice for all Floridians – qualities that define both Justice Pariente and Read More

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Veteran Appellate Attorney Lisa Tanaka Joins Swope, Rodante P.A.

Swope, Rodante P.A. announces the addition of attorney Lisa Tanaka, a seasoned appellate and trial lawyer, to its legal team. With more than a decade of experience handling complex personal injury, nursing home, and wrongful death cases, Tanaka strengthens the firm’s capacity to protect significant verdicts, challenge adverse rulings, and help clients recover the compensation they Read More

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Medical Malpractice Attorneys Explain Florida’s “Free Kill” Laws

Medical malpractice cases involving wrongful deaths are emotionally charged legal battles that seek justice for individuals who have lost their lives due to negligence or errors committed by healthcare professionals. In the state of Florida, a unique legal provision known colloquially as the “Free Kill” law has generated considerable controversy and debate within the legal Read More

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Legal Remedies for Insurance Bad Faith Claims in Florida

When an insurance company engages in bad faith practices, policyholders can face significant challenges in obtaining the coverage and benefits they deserve. In Florida, there are legal remedies available to hold insurers in Florida accountable for their actions. As a leading insurance bad faith law firm in Florida, Swope, Rodante P.A. has extensive experience in Read More

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Four Swope, Rodante Attorneys Honored as 2023 Florida Super Lawyers

Today, Swope, Rodante P.A. announces four attorneys who have earned the designation of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars from Thompson Reuters for 2023. Managing Partner Dale Swope and Attorney Sean Shaw are recognized as Florida Super Lawyers, while Partners Brent Steinberg and Daniel Greene are honored as Florida Rising Stars. What is a Super Lawyer? Read More

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Brent Steinberg Receives Florida Bar Board Certification in Appellate Practice

TAMPA, Fla. – June 6, 2022 – Last week, Swope, Rodante P.A. partner Brent Steinberg became board certified in appellate practice by The Florida Bar.  Board certification is the highest level of evaluation by The Florida Bar of competency and experience within an area of law, and professionalism and ethics in practice.  Only 216 of the more Read More

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