Partner Edward M. Booth, Jr. and associate Courtney M. Johnson successfully defended a Florida business owner in a premises liability case that went to trial in February 2020 in Jacksonville.  The plaintiff alleged she slipped and fell in the client’s local deli on a rainy day and alleged that the mat at the entrance to the deli was defective and unreasonably dangerous.  The defendant disputed liability and two eyewitness employees testified that plaintiff did not fall.The plaintiff had a lengthy history of prior back and knee problems.  Further, the plaintiff […]

In the recent case of Zenith Ins. Co. v. Cruz, No. 1D19-1141, 2020 (1st DCA Feb. 12, 2020), the First DCA clarified that the Rule 60Q-6.109, concerning computation of time, does not extend the 30-day period for avoiding fee attachment to the “next regular working day” if the 30th day falls on a weekend or holiday. In Cruz, the claimant filed a PFB electronically after five o’clock p.m. on August 22, 2018. The E/C acknowledged receipt after six that night, and the parties agreed that the PFB was filed the […]

Boyd & Jenerette is pleased to welcome Associate Attorneys DeAnna M. Golphin and Denise M. Kiser to the firm’s Jacksonville office. DeAnna M. Golphin Associate Direct: 904.493.5652 Email: dgolphin@boydjen.com DeAnna Golphin practices in civil litigation with a focus on personal injury defense, automobile liability, and premises liability.  Other practice areas include first party property claims, bad faith litigation, coverage issues and related claims. Prior to joining Boyd & Jenerette, DeAnna handled insurance defense litigation representing various insurance organizations and their insureds.  She has served as a trial attorney in Jacksonville […]

Partner Patrick Connell is one of 28 participants who have been selected to join the 2020 class of Leadership Southeast Georgia (LSEGA). The participants are enrolled in a five-month leadership program designed to equip, empower and connect community leaders to help them promote positive growth and improve the quality of life in the region. “I am honored to be included as a member of the 2020 Leadership Class,” said Patrick Connell. “The structure of LSEGA presents a unique and valuable opportunity to expand our knowledge of complex regional issues while […]

Boyd & Jenerette is pleased to announce that Kevin Franz has been named as a Partner in the firm’s Appellate Practice Group. Appellate practice deals with the recognition and preservation of error committed by lower tribunals, and the presentation of argument concerning the presence or absence of such error to state or federal appellate courts through brief writing, writ and motion practice and oral argument. “Kevin is a strong appellate advocate who has obtained numerous appellate successes on behalf of the firm,” said shareholder, Board Certified Appellate Specialist and Appellate […]

Boyd & Jenerette Partner Jay Thaw has been selected to the 2020 Georgia Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, […]

What personal trait most aided you in your career? My work ethic and drive. At every stage of my life, I have always thrived by outworking the competition and the success I have enjoyed during my career is a testament to my willingness to go the extra mile. What do you find most rewarding about your practice? I find it extremely fulfilling to be able to help clients achieve their goals. Whether it is in the court room, negotiating a contract, or streamlining a client’s business practices, there is nothing […]

Attorney Kimberly Woods will be speaking at the Jacksonville Bar Association’s Bench & Bar Conference, which is being held on Wednesday, February 26 from noon to 5:00 p.m., with a reception to follow. “Pre-Trial Best Practices & Pitfalls” is the topic for Kimberly’s panel. Other panelists include Judge Tyrie Boyer, Judge Robert Dees, and Raymond (Ray) Reid, an attorney with Pajcic & Pajcic. Kasey Wagner of The Lawrence Law Group will serve as moderator. Attendees will learn about pretrial practice generally, as well as conforming to pre-trial orders in regard […]

Boyd & Jenerette congratulates Kansas R. Gooden on her election to the Third District Court of Appeal Historical Society’s Board of Directors for a term of two years. The Society’s mission is to preserve the Court’s historical records; to collect and create further records, in print and electronic media; to commemorate the history and achievements of the Court; and to educate the public about the workings of the Court and the judicial system. Kansas is the leader of the firm’s Appellate practice group and specializes in appeals and litigation support. She […]