What did the court decide?

The appellate court dismissed the appeal; the short per curiam order simply states 'DISMISSED' without explanation.

Who is affected by this dismissal?

The appellant, Brian Bacchus, is directly affected because his appeal did not proceed; the appellees (DNL Logistics and NorGuard Insurance) are the prevailing parties on this appeal.

Does this end the case completely?

This order ends the current appeal, but it is not final until any timely and authorized motions under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331 are resolved.

Can the dismissal be challenged?

Yes. The appellant may file any applicable authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 if timely and appropriate to seek reconsideration or further review.

Bacchus v. DNL Logistics, Inc., Norguard Insurance Company

Docket 1D2025-1253

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OtherDismissed

Filed: Apr 24, 2026 · 1 week ago
Jurisdiction: Florida
Court: District Court of Appeal of Florida
Type: Opinion
Case type: Other
Disposition: Dismissed
Docket: 1D2025-1253

Appeal from the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims.

Summary

The Florida First District Court of Appeal dismissed Brian Bacchus’s appeal from a judges of compensation claims decision concerning an April 20, 2021 accident. The court issued a brief per curiam order simply stating 'DISMISSED' without published opinion or extended reasoning. The dismissal ends this appeal at the appellate level unless the appellant timely files an authorized motion under the Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure to challenge that procedural disposition.

Issue Decided

Whether the appeal from the judges of compensation claims could proceed (specific grounds for dismissal are not stated in the order).

Court's Reasoning

The court's order contains no written analysis and provides only the disposition 'DISMISSED.' Because no opinion or explanation is provided, the specific legal basis for dismissal is not disclosed in the document. The per curiam disposition implies a procedural or jurisdictional defect or other ground sufficient to terminate the appeal.

Parties

Appellant: Brian Bacchus
Appellee: DNL Logistics, Inc.
Appellee: NorGuard Insurance Company
Judge: Jacquelyn L. Newman
Attorney: Randall T. Porcher
Attorney: Natalie Cavallaro
Attorney: Jodi K. Middleton

Key Dates

Date of Accident: 2021-04-20
Decision Date: 2026-04-24

What You Should Do Next

1
Consider filing an authorized motion
If appellant believes the dismissal was improper, file a timely and authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 to seek reconsideration or relief; check the deadlines in those rules.
2
Consult appellate counsel
Discuss with counsel the likely grounds for dismissal and whether further appellate remedies are available or advisable given the merits and procedural posture.
3
Confirm administrative status of underlying claim
Verify whether the underlying workers' compensation proceedings before the Judges of Compensation Claims remain active and whether any further filings or compliance obligations are required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the court decide?: The appellate court dismissed the appeal; the short per curiam order simply states 'DISMISSED' without explanation.
Who is affected by this dismissal?: The appellant, Brian Bacchus, is directly affected because his appeal did not proceed; the appellees (DNL Logistics and NorGuard Insurance) are the prevailing parties on this appeal.
Does this end the case completely?: This order ends the current appeal, but it is not final until any timely and authorized motions under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331 are resolved.
Can the dismissal be challenged?: Yes. The appellant may file any applicable authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 if timely and appropriate to seek reconsideration or further review.

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Full Filing Text

FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
                STATE OF FLORIDA
                 _____________________________

                        No. 1D2025-1253
                 _____________________________

BRIAN BACCHUS,

    Appellant,

    v.

DNL LOGISTICS, INC., and
NORGUARD INSURANCE
COMPANY,

    Appellees.
                 _____________________________


On appeal from the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims.
Jacquelyn L. Newman, Judge.

Date of Accident: April 20, 2021.

                           April 24, 2026

PER CURIAM.

    DISMISSED.

RAY, WINOKUR, and TREADWELL, JJ., concur.
               _____________________________

    Not final until disposition of any timely and
    authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or
    9.331.
               _____________________________
Randall T. Porcher and Natalie Cavallaro of Morgan and Morgan,
Tallahassee, for Appellant.

Jodi K. Middleton of Zimmerman, Kiser & Sutcliffe, P.A., Orlando,
for Appellees.




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