Edward Fidelman v. Adonis Dominguez

Summary

The Third District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed a Miami-Dade County Court judgment in an appeal brought by Edward Fidelman against Adonis Dominguez. Citing Applegate v. Barnett Bank of Tallahassee, the court explained that the appellant bears the burden of demonstrating error and that an inadequate record prevents review of underlying factual issues.

Holdings

1. When the appellant does not provide a record sufficient to evaluate the trial court's factual findings or alleged legal error, the appellate court cannot conclude that reversal is warranted and must affirm the trial court's decision.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the appellate court could determine that the county court committed reversible factual or legal error without a record of the trial proceedings.

Disposition

affirmed