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Plaintiff (insurance company) sues Defendants (manufacturer and installer) over defective water filtration system
A lawsuit has been filed by Tower Hill Preferred Insurance Company against Dunedin Plumbing and Pentair Residential Filtration following substantial water damage at a Palm Harbor residence due to an allegedly defective filtration system.
Jaret L. Davis, Fred E. Karlinsky, and Jéan E. Wilson Recognized in Florida Trend’s Florida 500
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. Shareholders Jaret L. Davis, Fred E. Karlinsky, and Jéan E. Wilson are recognized in Florida Trend’s seventh-annual “Florida 500” issue.
Applicants Sought for Funding Florida Legal Aid – Board of Directors, Attorney Vacancies
The Florida Bar Board of Governors is seeking applicants for the following vacancies on the FFLA Board of Directors.
Charlotte County property owner challenges development fee of nearly $120,000 to protect endangered Florida bird
A Florida man is suing Charlotte County and several federal officials over a nearly $120,000 fee he is required to pay as part of a county Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) designed to protect the endangered Florida scrub-jay.
Orlando Partner Among 14 New Fellows Elected by American College of Tax Counsel
The Board of Regents of the American College of Tax Counsel elected 14 new Fellows into its ranks this year. Orlando Partner Amanda Wilson was named Fellow during a virtual meeting held on Sept. 27.
3 Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Recognized by IAM Global Leaders 2025
Three shareholders from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Patents and Innovation Strategies Group are recognized by the IAM Global Leaders 2025 edition.
Moody leads push to stop feds' effort to prosecute Trump
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is co-leading a multi-state effort with Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit to affirm the dismissal of U.S. Department of Justice Special Counsel Jack Smith’s indictment of former President Donald Trump.
Greenberg Traurig’s Alfredo J. Gonzalez Now Chair-Elect of Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce
Alfredo J. Gonzalez, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A.’s Miami Land Use Practice, is now chair-elect of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. Gonzalez was sworn in to his new position during the chamber’s annual meeting Oct. 21 at the W South Beach.
Bondsman Arrested on Human Trafficking and Racketeering Charges for Targeting Women in Jail
Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution is charging a bail bondsman with human trafficking and racketeering. According to an investigation by the Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation, Russell Bruce Moncrief used his position as a bondsman in Central Florida to target female inmates in Orange County jail and others on prostitution and/or drug charges and would offer the victims bond in exchange for sex.
Two Partners Named to 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Dealmakers in America List
Two Nelson Mullins lawyers have been selected for inclusion in the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Dealmakers in America guide.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Apartment Complex Over Hazardous Conditions
A resident has taken legal action against Boynton Bay Apartments and Florida Affordable Housing following an injury caused by unsafe conditions at her residence.
Pilates Participant Alleges Negligence Against Fitness Studio Following Injury
A lawsuit has been filed against Club Pilates Wellington after Marlene Le sustained injuries during a class on January 31st last year.
Parents Sue Resort Operator Over Son's Injury on Wave Simulator
A family has taken legal action against a Florida resort after their son was injured on a wave simulator ride.
Plaintiff alleges Starbucks Corporation's Negligence Led to Injury
Aria Calisi has taken legal action against Starbucks Corporation following an incident where she was burned by hot coffee due to an allegedly faulty lid.
Florida Patient Alleges Abuse by Healthcare Staff at Major Medical Facility
A Florida resident has filed a lawsuit against HCA Inc., alleging abuse by staff members at JFK Medical Center North Campus.
Florida businesses must strengthen cybersecurity as threats evolve
What was once an issue primarily for large corporations with extensive data has now become a concern for businesses of all sizes.
Computer groups seek to stop Florida law that would limit minors on social media
Two computer lobbying groups are challenging the constitutionality of a Florida law that would, among other things, prohibit minors from creating social media profiles..
Plaintiff alleges negligence against grocery chain Publix over food poisoning incident
Eric Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets after allegedly suffering severe illness due to expired and improperly handled food purchased from one of their stores in Florida earlier this year.
Insurance Provider Alleges Negligence Against IT Firms Over Ransomware Attack Impacting Law Firms
A recent lawsuit filed by Travelers Casualty and Surety Company accuses several tech companies of negligence leading to a costly ransomware attack on two law firms' systems back in October 2020.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Vehicle Owner and Driver Following Collision
Jose Malave has filed a lawsuit following a car accident allegedly caused by Preston Parker's negligent driving while using Krystina Zeigler's vehicle without proper lighting at night.