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Customer sues Wal-Mart over negligence leading to injury
Jane Callahan has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East LP after sustaining injuries from an improperly secured fire extinguisher at their Tarpon Springs location. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 due to alleged negligence on part of Wal-Mart.
Local Resident Sues Apartment Complex Over Negligence Leading to Injury
Nikishia Wright has filed a lawsuit against Spring Lake Apartments alleging negligence after tripping over an unsecured piece of plywood on their property. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained during the incident.
Plaintiff alleges pool supply company responsible for chemical burn injury
David Sellers has filed a lawsuit against Patrick’s Pool Service Inc., doing business as Pinch A Penny after suffering a chemical burn from a leaking chlorine shock jug purchased at their store. The case seeks over $50,000 in damages due to alleged negligence and breach of implied warranty.
Tenant Sues Apartment Complexes Over Negligence Leading To Severe Injuries
John Kist has filed a lawsuit against Sand Dune Apartments LLC and Lake Tarpon LLC alleging negligence after falling into an unmarked hole on their property causing severe injuries. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 plus associated costs.
AGs blast Treasury over fearmonging against de-banking bans
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is leading 19 other state attorneys general in opposition to the Biden administration’s claim that state laws preventing de-banking are a “national security threat.”
Attorney General Moody Announces Victory Case Against Members Janes Revenge
Attorney General Ashley Moody is announcing a victory in Moody v. Freestone involving criminal activists who threatened and vandalized crisis pregnancy centers in Florida.
Fla. class action lawyer escapes punishment for filing loser case
OCALA - A Florida class action lawyer has convinced a federal judge he isn't to blame for the filing of a frivolous lawsuit.
Summer Scams Series: Sunny Days and Shady Deals—ag Moody Warns Floridians About Vacation Rental Scams
Attorney General Ashley Moody is continuing the 2024 Summer Scams Series: Sunny Days and Shady Deals to inform Floridians about common summertime scams.
Murdered Fla. lawyer sued over representation of Surfside Condo collapse victims
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida lawyer faces legal malpractice claims after representing the interests of a couple who died in Surfside Condominium collapse.
Embattled Miami commissioner's home deemed off-limits in ongoing civil litigation
A Miami commissioner has successfully blocked the forced sale of his home by plaintiffs who won a $63.5 million damages award against the commissioner over First Amendment issues.
Scott Westheimer Recognized for His Contributions to the Profession
Scott Westheimer, The Florida Bar’s immediate past president, was named to the 2024 vLex Fastcase 50 Class, in recognition of his “exceptional contributions as one of the top 50 most courageous innovators, techies, visionaries, and leaders in the legal industry.”
'Rape' coverage of Trump sexual assault verdict has ABC, Stephanopoulos deeper into defamation case
MIAMI - Former President Donald Trump will get to pursue defamation claims against ABC News for its use of the word "rape" when reporting on the "sexual abuse" verdict against him.
Federal lawsuit filed in aftermath of crowd surge at Copa America soccer final
A Miami-Dade County soccer fan has filed a federal class-action lawsuit against Hard Rock Stadium and soccer playoff organizers after he and hundreds of other ticket holders were locked out of a playoff game after hundreds of fans stormed the stadium gates..
Jogger Sues Pinellas County Over Hazardous Sidewalk Conditions
Valentino Nucci has filed a lawsuit against Pinellas County after tripping over cracked concrete on a public sidewalk while jogging last year resulted in severe injuries. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for alleged negligence by the county in maintaining safe public walkways.
Broward Resident Sues Local Behavioral Health Facility Over Negligence
David Forance has filed a lawsuit against Retreat Behavioral Health LLC for alleged negligence leading to severe injuries sustained from a misleveled elevator shaft on their premises. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 and demands a jury trial.
Florida Woman Sues Major Hotel Chain Over Negligence Leading To Injury
Irma Santiago has filed a lawsuit against Hilton Hotels Corp., alleging negligence after an umbrella injured her at one of their properties in Largo, Florida. She seeks compensatory damages exceeding $50,001 for her sustained injuries.
Customer Sues Dollar General Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Robin Manzi has filed a lawsuit against Dolgencorp LLC., doing business as Dollar General after slipping on liquid detergent at one of their stores in Largo, Florida.The suit seeks over $50 ,000 in damages for injuries sustained during the incident .
Construction Worker Sues Employers Over Scaffolding Fall
A construction worker has filed a lawsuit against his employers after falling from faulty scaffolding while on duty. The suit accuses both companies involved of negligence leading to severe injuries.
Firefighter Sues Fast-Food Chain Over Defamation Claims
A Florida firefighter has sued Chick-Fil-A for defamation after allegedly being falsely accused of misconduct related to an off-duty visit to one of their locations. The plaintiff seeks damages for emotional distress and harm to his professional reputation.
Local Residents Sue Furniture Store Over Allegedly Defective Bed Frame
Sheryl Williams and Dennis Scott have filed a lawsuit against Badcocks Economy Furniture Store in Palm Beach County Circuit Court. They allege that a defective bed frame from the store caused them significant injuries due to poor design and lack of proper warnings.