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Plaintiff injured driver sues Defendant parent and minor child for negligence
Joseph J. Hamlin has filed a lawsuit against John D. Ferrell and his minor son following a car accident that left him severely injured last August in Pinellas County, Florida.
Hamlin seeks over $50,000 in damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering among other claims.
Shopper Sues Presidente Supermarket Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Lia Jean-Charles has filed a lawsuit against Presidente Supermarket No. 53 after slipping on liquid in their store last December. The case highlights allegations of negligence regarding premises maintenance and seeks over $50,000 in damages.
Healthcare Provider Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Data Breach Exposing Patient Information
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against a Florida healthcare provider following a significant data breach that exposed sensitive patient information earlier this year. Plaintiff Kevin Walker alleges negligence on part of Lakeview Health Systems for failing to secure personal health information adequately and seeks damages along with injunctive relief to improve future data security measures.
Plaintiff sues City of Saint Petersburg over playground injury
Miranda Hopkins has filed a lawsuit against the City of Saint Petersburg after her daughter was injured at a summer camp due to alleged negligence. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for medical expenses and emotional distress.
Hotel guest sues prominent West Palm Beach hotel over unmaintained patio furniture
A recent court filing reveals allegations of negligence against a well-known West Palm Beach hotel following an incident involving broken patio furniture that resulted in significant injuries for guest Deanne Katsaros. Represented by attorney Travis J. Stulz from Weinstein Legal Team, Katsaros seeks damages exceeding $50,000 from WS BPB Owner LLC d/b/a The Ben West Palm Beach and an unnamed hotel manager known as John Doe.
Cyclist sues bridge maintenance company over bridge bicycle accident
A cyclist has filed a lawsuit against Florida Drawbridges Inc., alleging negligence after an abrupt stop caused by a hazardous gap on a drawbridge led to severe injuries. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 along with other reliefs.
Plaintiff alleges telecommunications companies' negligence led to severe injuries
A new lawsuit filed by Darrin Conley accuses Frontier Florida LLC and Startak Fiber LLC of negligence resulting in significant injuries after he tripped over an exposed cable near his shop. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50K from each defendant along with a jury trial.
Vacationer Sues Rental Property Owners Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Carol Bauer has filed a lawsuit against Frank and Michele Bonifacio for negligence after sustaining severe injuries from an unmarked step at their vacation rental property in Indian Rocks Beach. The case seeks damages exceeding $50,000 plus interest and costs.
Chiquita hit with $38.3 million damages award for financing Colombian paramilitary group
A south Florida jury has found Chiquita Brands International liable for $38.3 million in damages related to the deaths of eight civilians because the banana company funded a U.S.-designated terrorist group during Colombia’s civil war.
Moody lead coalition asking judge to deny Trump gag order in classified documents case
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is co-leading a coalition of 24 state attorneys general in urging a federal court to reject special counsel Jack Smith’s request for a gag order in former President Donald Trump’s classified documents case.
Judge strikes down parts of Florida law that barred treatments to transgender minors
A federal judge has overturned key provisions of a new Florida law that bars minors whose gender identity differs from their sex at birth from receiving certain medical treatments, such as puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones.
Plaintiff sues insurance company over car accident negligence
Anchalee Nesser has filed a lawsuit against Ashley Berry and USAA following a car accident in St. Petersburg last year. She seeks over $50,000 in damages for alleged negligence and denial of insurance coverage.
Mother Blames School and Construction Company for Son's Injuries Due to Negligence
A mother has filed a lawsuit against Learning Independence for Tomorrow (LIFT) and Skanska USA Building after her son was injured by falling debris at a school construction site in Clearwater, Florida. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 from each defendant due to alleged negligence leading to severe injuries sustained by her son.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence and Breach of Contract Against Driver and Insurer
Kayla Rodriguez has filed a lawsuit against Amanda Walker and Progressive Select Insurance Company following a car accident in Pinellas County. She seeks over $50,000 in damages for injuries sustained due to alleged negligence and breach of an insurance contract.
Senior Living Facility Accused of Neglect and Fiduciary Breaches
The Estate of Domenica Giuliano has filed a lawsuit against several entities involved with Pacifica Senior Living of Belleair for alleged neglect and financial mismanagement during her stay at the facility in early 2022. The plaintiffs seek damages exceeding $50,000 for physical suffering and economic harm.
Widow Sues Multiple Healthcare Providers Over Husband’s Death Due To Alleged Medical Negligence
Angela Rose William has filed a lawsuit against multiple healthcare providers alleging medical negligence led to her husband's death in October 2022. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,001 for mental anguish and other related expenses due to alleged lapses in care at Bayfront Health St. Petersburg Hospital.
Florida parents challenge new law providing appeals when local school districts retain targeted books
Three Florida parents have filed a federal lawsuit that challenges a state review process allowing school parents to appeal local school board decisions that decline to ban books and other instructional materials.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Defendants Following Severe Car Accident
Taylor and Kevin Marks have filed a lawsuit against Curtis T. Neel and Curtis J. Neel following a serious car accident that occurred on July 11th last year in Pinellas County.
The plaintiffs are seeking damages exceeding $50,000 each for injuries sustained due to alleged negligence on part of the defendants.
Delray Beach Couple Sues Roofing Contractor Over Negligence
A Delray Beach couple has filed a lawsuit against a contractor and his company for alleged negligence during roofing work that led to serious injuries for one spouse.
The plaintiffs seek damages exceeding $50,000 plus interest and costs.
Negligence Lawsuit Filed Against Preventive Fire Company Following Food Truck Explosion
Maurice Best has filed a lawsuit against Preventive Fire and Safety Equipment Inc., alleging negligence after an explosion severely injured him during maintenance on his food truck. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for permanent injuries sustained due to alleged failures in safety protocols by the defendant's employee.