WOLF, Judge.
The State of Florida, Department of Corrections (department) appeals from a final judgment assessing damages. While a number of issues are raised by appellant, the dispositive issues is whether the State of Florida, Department of Corrections, may be held liable as a result of criminal acts of an escaped prisoner. We find that no common law duty existed between the department and the decedent and, therefore, it is unnecessary for us to reach the issue...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.