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AG secures $4M, lifetime ban against moving broker enterprise
The Consumer Protection Division of Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s office has secured a lifetime ban and final judgments totaling more than $4 million settling ongoing litigation related to a moving brokerage scheme.
Attorney General James Uthmeier Announces Investigation into Glass Lewis & Co. and Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. for ESG and DEI Policies
Attorney General James Uthmeier directed an investigation into proxy advisors Glass Lewis & Co. and Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (ISS) for potential misrepresentations related to their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) investing policies in violation of the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act and possible unlawful collusion in adopting and enforcing these policies in violation of the Florida Antitrust Act of 1980.
Foley Adds Four Attorneys in Miami, Expanding Litigation Capabilities
Foley & Lardner LLP announced today that it has significantly enhanced its national litigation offerings with the addition of a highly accomplished team of attorneys to its Miami office.
2025 FIBA Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Conference on March 24-27
Financial Services attorneys Daniel Noste, Gabriel Caballero and Andres Fernandez will speak at the 2025 FIBA AML conference in Miami.
Court allows medical-malpractice lawsuit over Minor League Baseball player's death to move forward
A Florida court has rejected a bid to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the parents of a Minor League Baseball player who died of a heart condition even though a team doctor marked the player’s recent health evaluation as “normal.”
Attorney General James Uthmeier and FWC Announce Prison Sentences for Four Criminals Who Burglarized State Parks
Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced prison sentences for four criminals connected to a string of state park burglaries. Attorney General Uthmeier’s Office of Statewide Prosecution charged Chandler Parrish Ellison, Alyssa Michelle Brewer, Aaron Tyler Higgins, and Kayly Dawn Burns with racketeering, conspiracy to commit racketeering, armed burglary, and other offenses related to burglarizing ranger stations in state parks from Central Florida and into South Georgia. Each defendant pled guilty.
In-House Counsel Name 49 Holland & Knight Attorneys Stand-Out Lawyers in Survey by Thomson Reuters
Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that 49 attorneys have been named as Thomson Reuters Stand-out Lawyers.
Dave & Buster’s sues Arcade Time for trademark infringement over ‘Eat Drink Play’ slogan
MIAMI — Dave & Buster’s has filed a lawsuit against Arcade Time USA LLC, accusing the company of trademark infringement for using a similar slogan in connection with its entertainment and restaurant services.
17th Circuit Jnc Announces Circuit Court Judicial Vacancy
The Judicial Nominating Commission for the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit has nominated the following individuals for appointment to the Broward Circuit Court for the vacancy resulting from the retirement of Chief Circuit Court Judge Jack Tuter.
Greenberg Traurig Advises OPKO Health in Negotiating $225 Million Asset Sale to Labcorp
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. advised OPKO Health Inc., a Miami-based multinational biopharmaceutical and diagnostics company, in negotiating an agreement to sell select assets of its wholly owned subsidiary, BioReference Health, to Labcorp.
TikTok faces another class-action lawsuit over alleged illegal data collection from children
FORT LAUDERDALE — Another class action lawsuit has been filed against TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, alleging that the social media giant illegally collects and sells personal data from millions of minor children without parental consent.
Nicholas Travis and Mykal Hill Secure Dismissal with Prejudice of Property Coverage Dispute in Florida
In a property insurance coverage dispute, our client, the insurer of the property, was sued by the property owner for the alleged failure to fully indemnify the owner for damage to the property.
Local Resident Sues Major Retailer and Property Manager Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
A lawsuit has been filed by Tasha Williams against Holiday CVS and GDP Pinellas Park following an accident that allegedly occurred due to unsafe conditions on their premises.
Job Applicant Sues Business Owner Over Dog Attack During Interview
A job interview turned traumatic when Jake Strober was attacked by a dog at Clix Flow's premises in Delray Beach last year.
Roofing Companies Accused of Negligence After Homeowner Suffers Severe Injury
Josephine Thomas has taken legal action against two roofing companies after sustaining severe injuries from an accident at her home during roof repairs.
Tenant Alleges Negligence Against Housing Foundation Over Sidewalk Fall
A resident has taken legal action against a housing foundation following an injury sustained from a fall on their property due to alleged negligence.
Sixth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission Recommendations for Circuit Court Judicial Vacancy
The Sixth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has sent the following six names to the Governor for his consideration in filling the Circuit Court vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. James Stearns.
Federal judge dismisses lawsuit challenging Florida law that restricts minors' access to social media platforms
A federal district court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging a new Florida law that requires social media companies to shield minor children from harmful online content and to bar certain youths from holding social media accounts.
Mayer Brown and T&C secure triple win at 2024 IJGlobal Awards
Mayer Brown and Tauil & Chequer (T&C) in association with Mayer Brown advised on three transactions that received the Market Impact Award, Refinance of the Year Award, and Bond of the Year Award at the 2024 IJGlobal Awards ceremony.
Florida Resident Alleges Negligence Against Property Management Company Following Injury
A Florida resident has filed a lawsuit against Keystone Property Group after sustaining injuries due to alleged negligence at their property.