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Personal injury firm Morgan & Morgan faces lawsuit over advertising campaigns
The national personal injury law firm Morgan & Morgan is being sued by Arkansas attorney Jody Shackelford, who alleges that the firm is violating state and federal regulations with its "misleading" ad campaigns, which are approved by its Florida-based founder John Morgan.
Moody joins group of AGs urging Senate to pass SAVE Act
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has joined a coalition of other state AGs asking the United States Senate to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE Act) to ensure election integrity by protecting United States elections from illegal voters.
Tenant Sues Property Management Companies Over Negligence Leading To Injury
Suzette Washington has filed a lawsuit against Morgan Properties Management Company and Reserve at Lake Pointe (M-O) Owner LLC for alleged negligence resulting in her injury on their property last year. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for various injuries sustained due to unsafe conditions.
Clearwater Woman Sues Local Funeral Home Over Negligence
Lynne Stoeckicht has filed a lawsuit against Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park and Funeral Home alleging negligence after falling on their property due to poorly maintained steps on May 4th last year.
Care Facility Accused of Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Teresa Black has filed a lawsuit alleging that improper maintenance and operation of equipment at Harbourwood Care Center resulted in severe injuries during a visit to see her husband. The suit claims negligence on part of multiple entities operating under Harbourwood Care Center and seeks substantial damages for ongoing medical expenses and personal suffering.
Class action lawyer pleads ignorance as he fights having to pay victorious defendant's fees
OCALA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida class action lawyer is claiming he didn't know an identical lawsuit against Big Lots had failed before he filed his, in an attempt to avoid paying a share of a $180,000 penalty.
Holland & Knight Earns a Top-Score on 2024 Disability Equality Index®
Holland & Knight has received a top-score on the 2024 Disability Equality Index® and has been named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work for People with Disabilities.
Greenberg Traurig’s Yosbel A. Ibarra Named 2024 Diverse Voice by South Florida Business Journal
Greenberg Traurig, P.A. Miami Co-Managing Shareholder Yosbel A. Ibarra has been recognized as one of the South Florida Business Journal’s 2024 Diverse Voices.
Homeowner Sues Lakeridge Falls HOA for Defamation
Maureen Stafford has filed a defamation lawsuit against Lakeridge Falls Homeowners Association and several board members in Palm Beach County Circuit Court. The suit alleges false accusations damaging her reputation within the community and seeks over $50,000 in damages plus punitive relief.
Plaintiff sues Property Management Companies over Negligence
Joyce Lazarowitz has filed a lawsuit against Cross County Owner LLC and Madison Properties USA LLC for negligence leading to her injury at Cross County Plaza in West Palm Beach.
Business Invitee Sues Hotel and Elevator Company Over Negligence
Ercel Celestine Green has filed a lawsuit against HHR Beach House Suites and Otis Elevator Company following an injury caused by a malfunctioning elevator at Beach House Suites on July 31st last year. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50k due to alleged negligence by both defendants.
Healthcare Provider Sued Over Massive Data Breach Exposing Patient Information
Florida Community Health Centers faces a class-action lawsuit filed by Diana Capellan for allegedly failing to protect sensitive patient data during a cyberattack discovered in June 2023 but disclosed only in July 2024. The suit seeks damages and demands enhanced security measures to prevent future breaches.
Woman Sues Florida Produce Companies Over Severe Salmonella Infection
Melissa Milligan has filed a lawsuit against Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc., Bedner Growers Inc., alleging they distributed contaminated cucumbers that caused her severe Salmonella infection. She seeks over $50K in damages for her suffering.
Palm Beach Resident Sues Property Owner Over Dog Attack Due to Negligence
Cynthia Mancha has filed a lawsuit against Suraj Tamara after sustaining significant injuries from an unrestrained dog due to a broken fence on his property. The case highlights issues of property maintenance and public safety negligence.
Long-time Client Sues Major Financial Firm Over Account Lockout and Missed Trades
A long-time client has sued UBS Financial Services Inc., alleging breach of fiduciary duty after being locked out of his account without notice and missing profitable trades as a result.
Business Invitee Sues Hotel Property Managers Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Alexia Cohen has filed a lawsuit against Retriever Asset Holding Corp., MSP Partners Realty LLC., and Shiraz Management LLC., alleging negligence after slipping on water at Hilton Palm Beach Airport resulting in severe injuries.
Plaintiff injured guest sues elevator companies and condominium association for negligence
Jamise Bozeman Jr. has filed a lawsuit against Oracle Elevator Holdco Inc., Premier Elevator Company Inc., and Sea Ranch Club of Boca Condominium Association Inc., alleging negligence after an elevator malfunction caused him serious injury. The case was filed on July 12th in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court seeking damages exceeding $50k.
Civil rights group seeks to reverse UF student's 3-year suspension during pro-Palestinian protests
A civil rights group is calling on the University of Florida to reverse its decision to suspend a student who was arrested after a pro-Palestinian protest, arguing that hastily imposed campus policies raised constitutional concerns.
Six Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Recognized as IP Stars by Managing Intellectual Property
Frank Abramonte, Thomas Fisher, James Gale, Shane Hardy, Hugh Marbury, and Camille Miller were named IP Stars by Managing Intellectual Property. Abramonte, Fisher, Gale, and Marbury were named Patent Stars. Hardy and Miller were named Trademark Stars.
Cop who shot at bystanders in drive-thru must face excessive force lawsuit
MIAMI - A Miami-Dade County police officer will have to face a lawsuit alleging he shot up a car in a restaurant drive-thru to apprehend a suspect who wasn't in it.