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Daniel Gerber, Orlando attorney, calls Florida lawsuit climate costly
According to a recent report published by the Perryman Group, Florida's lawsuit climate is incredibly poor, and it is costing the state billions in funding and thousands in jobs on a yearly basis — problems that likely require reform soon if they are to be solved in the future.
City of Clermont challenged on its ownership of Victory Pointe
The City of Clermont has been served with a lawsuit that challenges its ownership of Victory Pointe, a project that comprises a stormwater treatment system, a passive park and an event venue.
Court clerks claim state limitations on courthouse budgets created more problems
Three clerks of court have sued the state Revenue and Fiscal Services departments for what they claim to be an unconstitutional state law that has allowed the State Revenue Estimating Conference to limit the amount of court users' fees that go to the courthouses with the remainder going to the state.
Coral Gables' use of license plate readers goes against Constitution, New Civil Liberties Alliance attorney says
Coral Gables resident Raul Mas Canosa is suing the city and the state in a complaint that alleges he has been followed for years through the use of the state's license plate readers, and his attorney believes his client's constitutional rights have been violated.
Gender discrimination case against Tampa Harley dealership may be hard to prove, Miami attorney says
TAMPA – A former female employee accusing a Harley-Davidson dealership in Tampa of gender discrimination faces an uphill battle to prove her case, a Miami-based attorney recently said.
Couple that breeds toucans sues Orange County after long process with courts
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- A couple is pursing a lawsuit against Orange County and local officials after they allege their bird farming business was a considered a zoning violation in the county code, following a complaint from a neighbor.
Bondi, mortgage company reach settlement regarding misrepresentation of disaster forbearance plan
TALLAHASSEE – Attorney General Pam Bondi recently announced a settlement with one of the largest non-bank residential mortgage providers in the country that allegedly engaged in misconduct regarding a mortgage forbearance plan in the wake of Hurricane Irma in 2017.
Southern University sues for $2,455 plus interest
NEW ORLEANS – A university is seeking nearly $2,500 in sums due.
Consumer attorney: Senior scams in state 'more prevalent' and 'more sophisticated'
TALLAHASSEE – Experts say that scams that target elderly residents of Florida have become more frequent in recent years.
Florida residents with felony convictions seek return of voting rights
TALLAHASSEE – After felons in Florida have served their time, they are prohibited from voting in elections and their only hope to have the right restored is to seek clemency from the governor, a process that some view as unfair and antiquated.
Florida adopts Delaware's standard for disclosure-only settlements in Quality Distribution merger case
LAKELAND – Following a complicated history of lawsuits, Florida has adopted Delaware's standard for reviewing disclosure-only settlements, which may prove to be helpful as it could limit merger objection litigation.
Attorney: Price gouging seen during Hurricane Irma 'very common'
TALLAHASSEE – Following Hurricane Irma, some companies are alleged to have illegally inflated prices of items that are non-negotiable when it comes to preparing for a massive storm.
Florida Education Association files suit against state legislature over allegedly 'unfair' union law
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Education Association (FEA) has filed a lawsuit against the Florida Legislature over allegations that new legislation in regards to teachers unions is not fair.
Florida and Georgia await special master's decision regarding water rights to the Chatahoochee River
TALLAHASSEE – Following a 30-year dispute between the states of Florida and Georgia over whether or not Georgia should have to cap its consumption of water from the Chattahoochee River, Florida is getting another chance at reclaiming its rights to the water.
Lawsuit claims UCF fraternity members posted sexual content online without consent
ORLANDO – A fraternity from the University of Central Florida is being sued after the members allegedly posted videos of naked women to a secret Facebook page without the women's knowledge or consent.
Florida residents facing lawsuits after requesting public records from government entities
TALLAHASSEE – Public records, which are supposed to be easily accessible to residents of Florida, are now becoming more challenging to acquire due to action that some state governments are taking that threatens individuals with lawsuits when seeking public records.
Juvenile offenders avoid arrest with push for more civil citations
In an attempt to decrease the number of juvenile arrests in Florida, civil citations have taken the place of handcuffs and a cell. Advocates see this as a better option – one that teaches young offenders that jail isn't the only option.
Wright National Flood Insurance sued for allegedly failing to pay damages caused by Hurricane Irma
MIAMI – A couple is seeking damages after they allege that Wright National Flood Insurance Co. (Wright National) failed to honor its obligations to reimburse them for damages to their home in Key Colony Beach caused by flooding following Hurricane Irma.
Federal judge transfers negligence lawsuit against The WIllough at Naples to Florida
A man seeks damages after he alleges he was treated in a negligent fashion at healthcare facility in Naples while he was receiving treatment, but his case won't be heard in his home state of Maryland.
Woman with support animal claims discrimination against HOA
A Port Charlotte woman in a lawsuit claims she was denied her emotional support dog at her home, which caused her a great deal of distress.