In re Buggs ex rel. Rengifo

Appellant challenges the trial court’s denial of her petition for approval of an attorney’s fees contract. Because the trial court failed to comply with the requirements of the applicable rule, we reverse.

Appellant chose the Distasio Law Firm to represent her in a medical malpractice action. Due to the nature of her claim, the firm would only represent her if she agreed to a straight 40% contingency fee. Pursuant to Rule 4 — 1.5(f)(4)(B)(ii) of the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar, Appellant signed the approved waiver of rights form and petitioned the circuit court for approval of the fee…