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Attorney General Moodys Week Review Sep 20 2024
Continued our Thin Line Tribute: Sunshine Salute Series by recognizing a Clay County Sheriff’s Deputy who fled the chaos in California to serve in the most pro-law enforcement state in the nation.
AG activates price gouging hotline as Helene develops
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has activated the state’s Price Gouging Hotline following a state of emergency declaration for areas of the state preparing for a potential hurricane developing in the Gulf of Mexico.
Flight Paramedic Sues Aircraft Operators Over Severe Injuries Caused by Autopilot Malfunction
William Coker has filed a lawsuit against Air Gato Enterprises and Mango Aviation Parts following severe injuries sustained during a turbulent flight caused by an autopilot malfunction. The suit seeks over $50,000 in damages for various losses including pain and suffering and medical expenses.
Estate Alleges Negligence Against Healthcare Facility Leading To Wrongful Death
The Estate of Christine Evelyn Panza has filed a lawsuit against several healthcare entities alleging severe negligence resulting in injury and wrongful death during her stay at ManorCare Health Services Palm Harbor last year.
Cancer Survivor Sues Arcadia Resorts Over Retaliatory Termination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Arcadia Resorts alleging retaliatory termination after reporting workplace violence and illegal vaping practices that violated state laws. The plaintiff seeks over $50k in damages for lost wages and emotional distress.
Clearwater Resident Sues Apartment Complex for Negligence After Slip-and-Fall Incident
April Lowe has filed a lawsuit against Fairway at Feather Sound LP alleging negligence after she slipped and fell down a wet stairwell at her apartment complex. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained from the incident.
Customer Sues Walmart Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Jane Bacon has filed a lawsuit against Walmart Inc., alleging negligence after she slipped on a foreign substance at one of their stores in Florida. The case seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for various injuries sustained during the incident.
Trade Secrets in the Digital Age: Balancing Protection and Disclosure on September 25, 2024
Samuel Lewis and Douglas Link will present “Trade Secrets in the Digital Age: Balancing Protection and Disclosure,” a webinar hosted by the Tulane Innovation Institute.
Google privacy settlement a $62M windfall for trial lawyers, left-wing groups: Court filings
Twenty GOP state attorneys general have filed a brief in the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in support of a group of objectors, seeking to undo approval of a settlement that would steer most of $62 million from Google to trial lawyers and the ACLU and other groups to advance left-wing social and political causes
Bradley Attorney Paige Knight Earns Certified Information Privacy Professional Credential
Bradley is pleased to announce that E. Paige Knight, an attorney in the firm’s Tampa office, has earned the Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) credential in the United States through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
Couple Alleges Negligence Against Local Charities After Severe Injury Incident
A Palm Beach County couple has sued three local organizations following an incident where one spouse was severely injured by falling debris at a community event. The lawsuit seeks over $50k in damages for medical expenses and other losses due to alleged negligence.
Former CEO Accused of Defamation by Media Company
Icaro Media Group has filed a lawsuit against its former CEO Robert Petty for defamation among other charges. The suit claims that after being ousted from his position in 2018, Petty launched a malicious campaign against the company’s current leadership aimed at destabilizing its operations.
Customer Sues Major Retailer Over Injuries From Falling Metal Panel
Mary Thompson has filed a lawsuit against Costco Wholesale Corporation and an unnamed warehouse manager after being injured by a falling metal panel at a store in Lantana. The suit seeks over $50,000 in damages for negligence-related injuries sustained during the incident.
Palm Beach Resident Sues Local Businesses Over Negligence Leading to Injury
A local resident has filed a lawsuit against several businesses after sustaining injuries from stepping into an unmarked pothole in a poorly maintained parking lot at a West Palm Beach shopping center. The plaintiff seeks over $50,000 in damages for negligence.
Plaintiff accuses Gulfstream Park Racing Association of Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Gary Donahue has filed a lawsuit against Gulfstream Park Racing Association alleging negligence after he sustained severe injuries due to unsafe conditions on their property. The complaint seeks damages exceeding $50,000 along with interest and costs.
Palm Beach Resident Sues Local Business Over Alleged Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Dawn Viscel has filed a lawsuit against A Bakers Dozen 13 LLC claiming negligence after she suffered severe injuries from falling down an allegedly unsafe stairway at their property. The case highlights multiple safety violations leading up to her accident.
Publix Accused of Negligence After Customer Slip-and-Fall Incident
Shirley A. Logan and her husband James have filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets Inc., claiming negligence after Shirley slipped on water at one of their stores in West Palm Beach last year. The couple seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained and loss of consortium.
Private Jet Charter Company Sues Individual Over Alleged Credit Card Fraud
Jet Genius Florida Holdings Inc., doing business as Charter Flight Group,is suing Joseph A.Dipascale for allegedly using a stolen credit cardto pay for two private jet charters worth nearly $35000.The company seeks treble damages totaling over $100000 plus legal fees.
Former Employee Alleges Wrongful Termination by CBM Holdings Following Workplace Injury
Earl Payne has filed a lawsuit against CBM Holdings LLC claiming wrongful termination after sustaining injuries at work and filing for Workers' Compensation Benefits. The case highlights allegations of employer retaliation prohibited under Florida law.
Customer Sues Chick-fil-A Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Wanda E. Timley has filed a lawsuit against Chick-fil-A Inc., alleging negligence after she slipped on a wet floor at one of their locations in Lake Park, Florida. She seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for her injuries and associated losses.