Background
Precision Orthopedics, Inc. appealed a decision of the Circuit Court for Hillsborough County, where Judge Darren Farfante presided. The appellees were Zimmer US, Inc., doing business as Zimmer Biomet; Medtech Southeast, Inc.; and Orthopedics, Inc.
The appellate opinion does not describe the underlying dispute, the circuit court’s ruling, the issues raised on appeal, or the parties’ arguments. Zimmer US appeared through counsel; the remaining appellees made no appearance.
The Court’s Holding
The Second District Court of Appeal affirmed the circuit court’s decision in a per curiam opinion.
The court provided no reasoning or discussion of the merits. Judges Black, Sleet, and Atkinson concurred.
Key Takeaways
- The circuit court’s decision remains in effect.
- The appellate court issued a per curiam affirmance without explaining its reasoning.
- The opinion does not establish the facts, legal issues, or rationale underlying the disposition.
Why It Matters
The decision ends this appeal with an affirmance, but its lack of analysis limits its usefulness to attorneys seeking guidance on the substantive law. The opinion should not be read as resolving any particular legal question beyond the disposition of this case.