Background
Thomas P. Schmitt and Florida Personal Injury Law Team, LLC appealed a decision of the Circuit Court for Orange County in litigation against Florida Injury Law Firm, P.A. Circuit Judge John E. Jordan presided in the lower tribunal, case number 2018-CA-002535-O.
The Sixth District Court of Appeal’s opinion does not describe the underlying dispute, the trial court’s ruling, the arguments raised on appeal, or the applicable law.
The Court’s Holding
The Sixth District affirmed the circuit court’s decision.
The court issued a per curiam affirmance consisting only of the word “AFFIRMED.” It provided no reasoning, announced no legal rule, and cited no authority. Judges Nardella, White, and Brownlee concurred.
Key Takeaways
- The circuit court’s decision remains in effect.
- The appellate court gave no explanation for its affirmance.
- The opinion does not disclose the underlying facts, issues presented, or legal analysis.
Why It Matters
The decision resolves this appeal in favor of Florida Injury Law Firm, P.A., but its lack of reasoning limits its usefulness as guidance in other cases. Attorneys should not infer approval of any particular rationale or legal rule from the bare affirmance.