News from August 2016
Unsafe gangway caused injuries, Norwegian Cruise line passenger claims
MIAMI – A Norwegian Cruise Line passenger alleges she fell and was injured due to an unsafe gangway on the Norwegian Jade.
Man files suit over claims he was wrongfully denied disability benefits
JACKSONVILLE – A Duval County man alleges he was wrongfully denied disability benefits.
CVS employee alleges she was not paid overtime, files class action
BUNNELL – An employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against a pharmacy chain and its local store alleging she was retaliated against for speaking to human resources about not being paid overtime.
Aetna accused of breach of contract after terminating disability benefits
PENSACOLA – A Massachusetts man alleges his insurer breached their contract when it wrongfully terminated his disability benefits.
Transgender transformation surgeon files suit against competitor alleging trademark infringement
FORT LAUDERDALE — A plastic surgeon has filed a claim against Dr. Hope Sherie and The Cosmetic Concierge PLLC, alleging that the defendants have copied his trademark.
German corporation files claim against Amex 1989 Inc. for alleged trademark infringement
MIAMI — A German corporation has filed suit against Amex 1989 Inc. regarding an alleged trademark infringement for its glass water pipes.
Nurse files suit for unpaid overtime wages against Morselife Home Care Inc.
MIAMI — A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is suing Morselife Home Care Inc. after she consistently worked more than 40 hours in a work week and wasn't paid overtime.
Prudential Insurance Co. seeks court's help in determining policy beneficiaries
ORLANDO — The Prudential Insurance Co. of America is seeking the court's assistance in determining who is the beneficiary to a life insurance policy.
Couple files claim against Checker Yellow Cab of Jacksonville after car collision
JACKSONVILLE BEACH — A couple has filed a claim against a local cab company after the wife was involved in a car accident with one of the cabs.
Florida company sues Spice Jungle over shipping notice system
MIAMI — A Florida corporation is suing Spice Jungle over alleged copying of patented technology for their shipping notices.
Dispute over 1936 mark on cigars subject of trademark suit
ORLANDO – A cigar provider has filed suit against a Miami company alleging it is selling cigars using the plaintiff's mark.
Consumer files suit against Citibank (South Dakota) NA over calls
TAMPA – A Sarasota County woman alleges a debt collector continued to contact her despite her request to contact her lawyer.
Man claims mopped floor on cruise ship caused injuries
MIAMI – A cruise ship passenger has filed a suit claiming he was injured when he slipped and fell on a floor that was wet from mopping.
Inmate files suit against correctional officer alleging his books were destroyed
BUSHNELL – A former inmate at a federal correctional institution in Coleman alleges his property was destroyed instead of being shipped to family.
Woman seeks coverage from insurance after accident with underinsured motorist
LAKE CITY – A motorist has filed suit against her insurance company seeking benefits under its uninsured/underinsured coverage policy.
Jimmy John's driver alleges she was not paid minimum wage
FORT MYERS – A Collier County woman alleges she was terminated from her job as a delivery driver for a sandwich company after she complained about not being paid a minimum wage.
Man files suit seeking reinstatement to disability benefits from LINA
PENSACOLA – A Massachusetts man has filed suit against his insurance company alleging it wrongfully terminated his disability benefits.
Man alleges Campbell Property Management and Real Estate terminated him for taking leave
MIAMI – A maintenance worker alleges he injured his knee while moving a trash container on the job and was terminated after taking medical leave to recover.
Aziz Discount Food Stop and Beauty Supply alleged to sell counterfeit water pipes
MIAMI — A German-based manufacturer is suing Aziz Discount Food Stop and Beauty Supply Inc., a retailer, citing alleged trademark infringement.
Wellington Elite Trading accused of selling counterfeit water pipes
MIAMI — A German company has filed suit against Wellington Elite Trading Inc., a Florida corporation, citing alleged trademark infringement.