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Florida appeals court affirms $3 million jury award to waste hauler in lawsuit against Opa-Locka
A Florida appeals court has affirmed a 2022 jury verdict awarding a trash-hauling company $3 million in damages as a result of the city of Opa-locka’s bad-faith handling of a solid waste contract.
Plaintiff sues Entertainment Venue Owners over Electrical Negligence
John Fariello has filed a lawsuit against Harbourside Place LLC and Allied Management Associates following an incident where he suffered electric shocks at their venue’s amphitheater fountain. The suit alleges negligence due to unsafe electrical conditions resulting from improper maintenance practices by both companies involved with managing this popular destination spot located within Jupiter’s downtown area.
Plaintiff alleges furniture retailer's negligence after explosive table injury
Anthony Brown has filed a lawsuit against El Dorado Furniture Corporation following an alleged incident involving an exploding glass-top dining table that caused him significant injury. Filed in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court on October 3rd, this case seeks over $100k in damages while raising serious questions about product safety standards within retail environments.
Plaintiff alleges negligence by supermarket chain Publix after slip-and-fall incident
A Pennsylvania woman is suing Publix Super Markets following an alleged slip-and-fall accident at one of their Florida stores which resulted in severe injuries requiring surgery. Filed in Palm Beach County Circuit Court on October 1st by attorney Judd G. Rosen from Goldberg & Rosen P.A., this case seeks damages exceeding $50,000 while demanding accountability from the retail giant for failing to ensure customer safety through proper maintenance and warnings.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against local supermarket following injury
A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Presidente Supermarket No. 40 after sustaining injuries from a fall inside their Delray Beach location. Alleging negligence in maintaining safe premises and seeking over $50k in damages plus trial by jury, this case highlights critical safety obligations for businesses towards their patrons.
Viamar Health Institutes Accuses Former Client Martha Bellido of Defamation
Viamar Health Institutes has filed a lawsuit against Martha Bellido for allegedly posting defamatory reviews online about their treatment programs for eating disorders. Filed in Palm Beach County Circuit Court on October 1st, this case seeks damages exceeding $50,000 along with injunctive relief to prevent further reputational harm.
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Holland & Knight Advises Las Mercedes Medical Centers on Acquisition of Pasteur and Wellmax Medical Centers in South Florida
Holland & Knight represented Las Mercedes Medical Centers on its acquisition of Pasteur and Wellmax Medical Centers, one of the largest Medicare-focused staff model medical centers in South Florida.
Cultivated meat company loses bid for preliminary injunction against new Florida law
A federal judge has turned down a cultivated meat company’s request to block the enforcement of a new Florida law that bans the sale or manufacture of meat products produced from cultured animal cells
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Over Injury Incident
Miguel Brito Yanez has filed a negligence lawsuit against Home Depot U.S.A., Inc., claiming severe injuries from an incident involving a metal sheet at one of their stores in Delray Beach, Florida. Filed on October 4th in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court, the suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 along with other legal reliefs due to alleged unsafe conditions maintained by Home Depot.
Plaintiff alleges fast-food giant's negligence after finding foreign object in meal
A Miami-Dade resident has taken legal action against Chick-Fil-A following an alarming incident involving contaminated food at one of their locations. The plaintiff claims severe injuries resulted from ingesting a salad containing a foreign object and seeks significant damages through this lawsuit filed on October 3rd in Palm Beach County Court.
Attorney Accuses Former Legal Associates of Malicious Prosecution
Patrick Maraist has filed a lawsuit alleging malicious prosecution among other charges against several former associates including Alan B. Rose and others linked to a hotel partnership in Palm Beach County.
He seeks damages exceeding $5 million for alleged wrongful legal actions initiated against him.
The case highlights complex accusations involving legal machinations around attorney fee entitlements.
Former Employee Alleges Car Dealership Engaged in Forgery; Files Whistleblower Suit
Thomas Boothe has filed a lawsuit against ABC JS Auto Imports d/b/a Delray Hyundai alleging wrongful termination after reporting illegal activities within the dealership. The case highlights claims of forgery and improper notarization practices intended to expedite sales processes unlawfully.
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.