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Plaintiff accuses property management company of racial discrimination
Herman Little has filed a lawsuit against Rainey Property Management alleging racial discrimination during his tenure as an employee. The case highlights claims of wrongful termination based on race and subsequent retaliation following complaints about unfair treatment. The lawsuit seeks significant damages for emotional distress among other reliefs.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Lowe's Following Severe Injury
A Pinellas County resident is suing Lowe's Home Centers after sustaining severe injuries from an alleged equipment malfunction at one of their stores in February last year. The plaintiff claims negligence on part of Lowe's for providing faulty carts without adequate warnings or assistance from staff during his visit to pick up construction supplies for his employer.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against condominium association and management company
Ilisa Weiss-Crowley has filed a lawsuit against Redington Surf Motel Condominium Association and Total Realty Services in Pinellas County alleging negligence after she tripped over uneven pavement at their property. She seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for her injuries sustained during the incident last year.
Temp employee sues furniture reseller after he sustained permanent injuries
A temporary employee has filed a lawsuit against Ashley Furniture Industries alleging negligence after sustaining serious injuries while working at one of their stores in Florida. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 due to inadequate safety measures provided by the company during his employment.
Reed Smith represents Elevate on its acquisition of Redgrave Data
Global law firm Reed Smith announced that it advised Elevate, a leading provider of software, consulting, and services for law, on its acquisition of Redgrave Data. Redgrave Data is a Chambers Band 1 NewLaw legal data and AI consulting and technology services company.
Plaintiff accuses local business and city government of negligence after sidewalk injury
Michele Wilson has filed a lawsuit against COPA LLC and the City of St. Petersburg following a severe fall caused by a hazardous sidewalk condition outside a local restaurant last December. Alleging negligence under Florida law, she seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for her injuries and related losses while demanding accountability through a jury trial.
Plaintiff alleges breach of fiduciary duty against law firm over condominium association dispute
Chris Gittens has filed a lawsuit against Kaye Bender Rembaum and attorney Shawn G. Brown for alleged breaches of fiduciary duty related to their handling of a derivative action for Regatta Beach Club Condominium Association Inc. Filed in Pinellas County's Circuit Court, the suit details significant legal missteps that reportedly left Gittens financially harmed and emotionally distressed over several years.
Moody warns residents to be wary of price gouging, disaster-related scams following Hurricane Milton
State Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning Floridians to be vigilant for price gouging, disaster scams and fraud in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.
Two Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Receive Miami Dade Bar Circle of Excellence Award
Two Shareholders from the Miami office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. will be honored with the “Circle of Excellence” award by the Miami Dade Bar.
Orlando bar owners sue city over permit policy on funding downtown police services
Several downtown Orlando bars have filed a federal lawsuit against the city, accusing local officials of forcing a small number of venues to bear the burden of paying for overnight policing services in violation of their unconstitutional rights
Attorney General Moodys Week Review Oct 4 2024
We called on Congress to pass legislation ensuring car manufacturers keep AM radios in new cars so citizens can receive important reports in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Moody leads coalition asking Congress to protect AM radio access
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is co-leading a multistate coalition urging Congress to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2024.
Holland & Knight Earns True Trailblazer Status As It Receives Mansfield Certification for Seventh Straight Year
For the seventh year in a row, Holland & Knight has achieved "Mansfield Certified" status awarded by Diversity Lab, an incubator for innovative ideas and solutions that boost diversity and inclusion in law.
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Troutman Pepper has been named a Top Performer and Compass Award winner by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), which recognizes law firms and companies that show a strong commitment to building a more inclusive legal profession.
Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week highlights continuing economic impact of excess litigation in Florida
Florida Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA) is petitioning the public during Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week about the costs of excessive civil litigation around the state and advocating for new reforms to ease burdens on workers, small businesses and startups.
Widow Alleges Jupiter Medical Center's Negligence Led to Husband's Death
In a poignant legal battle unfolding in Palm Beach County, Julie A. Timpe accuses Jupiter Medical Center along with two healthcare professionals of medical negligence resulting in her husband's death after COVID-19 treatment complications escalated into fatal multi-organ failure.
Heated Partnership Dispute Ends in Total Victory for Armstrong Teasdale Litigation Team
Armstrong Teasdale Partners Glen Waldman and Nicole Planell secured a complete victory for real estate developers in a dispute with their business partners over a high-end Florida condominium development.
Moody again warns residents to be wary of price gouging, disaster-related scams
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has extended the state’s Price Gouging Hotline following another state of emergency declaration for areas of the state preparing for Hurricane Milton.
Palm Beach Resident Alleges Negligence Against Local Business Over Unsafe Premises
Lucille Wagner has taken legal action against Urban Farm Mart Inc., claiming negligence after sustaining severe injuries from a fall caused by defective asphalt on their property. Filed in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court on September 23rd by attorney Joseph Stallone from Goldman & Daszkal P.A., the lawsuit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 along with a jury trial.
Florida Resident Alleges Negligence Against Automotive Giants Over Defective Vehicle
A Florida resident has filed a lawsuit against Kia America Inc., and Napleton North Palm Motors LLC for allegedly providing him with a defective vehicle that resulted in serious injuries due to brake failure. The case highlights issues of negligence and strict liability concerning vehicle safety standards.