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Florida Super Lawyers® Recognizes Brennan Manna Diamond Attorneys to the 2026 Lists

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BRENNAN, MANNA & DIAMOND is proud to announce that three of our attorneys have been designated to the 2026 Florida Super Lawyers® and Florida Rising Stars® lists. Super Lawyers is based on multiple categories of independent research and peer evaluation to identify outstanding lawyers.

2026 Florida Super Lawyers®

  • Michael Sneeringer Bonita Springs, Estate & Probate
  • Scott Rost Orlando, Business Litigation

2026 Florida Rising Stars®

  • Travis Brown Orlando, Business Litigation

The Super Lawyers® selection process evaluates lawyers based upon multiple criteria, including professional achievement and peer recognition; honors and awards; firm and bar involvement and leadership; scholarship and professional writings; community service and pro bono activities; and other outstanding achievements.  Rising Stars are top up-and-coming attorneys who are no more than 40 years old or who have been practicing for no more than 10 years. Only five percent of Ohio lawyers are chosen as Ohio Super Lawyers and no more than 2.5 percent in the state are recognized as Rising Stars.

Learn more by visiting Super Lawyers here.


Nationwide Ban on Non-Compete Agreements: Requirements and Texas Court Decision Explained

Watch this Employment Law After Hours video to find out about the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) groundbreaking Final Rule that bans non-compete agreements nationwide. This video also explores the recent decision by the Northern District of Texas to enjoin and delay the implementation and enforcement of the Final Rule banning non-compete agreements nationwide.

Parental Approval Mandate for Diagnosing Gender-Related Conditions in Minors under Ohio House Bill 68

Ohio House Bill 68, effective August 6, 2024, introduces strict guidelines for mental health professionals diagnosing and treating minors with gender-related conditions. The law mandates parental or guardian consent before any diagnosis or treatment can proceed. Additionally, professionals must first screen for other comorbidities and assess for any history of abuse. Failure to adhere to these requirements can result in disciplinary action for unprofessional conduct.

Navigate the Latest Employment Law Changes with Confidence

BMD Partner and Co-Chair of the Employment & Labor Law Group, Bryan Meek, presented this webinar on trending HR topics. Topics include the new Fair Labor Standards Act changes for exempt employees and Federal Trade Commission's nationwide ban on non-competes. Discover how these groundbreaking changes will impact organizations nationwide and what they need to do to ensure compliance.

Planning for Wealth: Lessons from Athletes, Entertainers, and Executives

The financial challenges and strategies used by high-income earners like Donovan Mitchell, Taylor Swift, and Jamie Dimon are not just for the wealthy—they can apply to anyone managing significant assets. This article delves into essential wealth management techniques, from leveraging tax exemptions to navigating major liquidity events, providing valuable insights to help you achieve financial stability and preserve your wealth.

The Ohio Department of Medicaid Amends Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Rules

Ohio Department of Medicaid has updated definitions of fraud, waste, and abuse as well as given specificity and clarity to the list of examples.