News from February 2016
Pharmacy sues over alleged misrepresentation
JACKSONVILLE — A Jacksonville pharmacy is suing a California-based pharmaceutical manufacturer, citing alleged breach of contract, breach of warranty and negligent misrepresentation.
Cruise passenger claims negligence in elevator mishap
MIAMI — A Hernando County woman is suing Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., claiming she suffered severe, debilitating injuries when an elevator on the cruise ship Enchantment of the Seas suddenly dropped several floors before coming to an abrupt stop.
Minority shareholders' suit alleges they were denied access to private jet
MIAMI — A group of minority shareholders is suing the majority shareholders of two Curacao-based companies citing alleged conspiracy to breach fiduciary duties including withholding dividends and denying them access a private aircraft.
TracFone sues mobile app developer over alleged misappropriation of trade secrets
MIAMI – A wireless provider is suing a mobile app developer, alleging that it misused the plaintiff's confidential information.
Cruise line sued over alleged injuries from use of driving range
MIAMI – A San Diego couple is suing a cruise line after their son was allegedly injured at a driving range aboard the ship Riviera.
Parent allege negligence as the cause of child's disabilities
MIAMI – Parents are suing the U.S. government over allegations of medical negligence in relation to the birth of their infant.
Hourglass Cosmetics sued over alleged violation of COBRA
FORT MYERS – A Lee County woman is accusing her former employer of allegedly not notifying her of her rights regarding health benefits after her termination.
Cruise passenger sues Carnival over alleged injuries
MIAMI — A Georgia woman is suing Carnival Cruise Lines, claiming she was injured while on a cruise aboard the vessel Carnival Fascination.
Man sues creditor for alleged violation of telephone laws
FORT MYERS — A Bonita Springs man is suing a creditor for alleged violation of telephone harassment laws.
IT company sues former employer in confidentiality dispute
MIAMI — An information-technology company operating in Miami-Dade County is suing a former employee, claiming he violated a confidentiality agreement and non-competition covenant.
Bread Partners 21 Inc. faces suit over alleged violation of FLSA
MIAMI – A Miami-Dade County woman alleges her former employer did not pay overtime wages.
Former waiter sues Bal Harbour Tower Condominium Association over allegations of unpaid wages
MIAMI – A Miami-Dade County man is suing his former employer over claims of unpaid overtime.
Former employee of General Asphalt Co. Inc. sues for allegedly unpaid overtime
MIAMI – A Miami-Dade County woman is suing her former employer over allegations of unpaid overtime.
Former office administrator sues for alleged pay violation
MIAMI — A former office administrator/manager is suing an aircraft management firm, claiming the company failed to pay her properly for overtime.
Royal Caribbean Cruises sued over alleged fall
MIAMI — Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is being sued by a man who says an automatic door on one of its ships struck him and knocked him down.
Woman claims insurer improperly cut off benefits
MIAMI — A former Publix supermarket worker is suing Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company, claiming the insurer improperly stopped paying her long-term disability benefits.
Consumers sue car makers over airbag claim
MIAMI — Four consumers have filed a class-action lawsuit against vehicle manufacturers over allegations of defective airbag control units.
Woman sues over alleged injuries after fall aboard Norwegian Breakaway
MIAMI – A Pennsylvania woman is suing a cruise line after allegedly falling while aboard the Norwegian Breakaway.
Tier 1 Techs sued by former employee for allegedly unpaid overtime wages
MIAMI – A former IT employee is suing his ex-employer over allegations that he wasn't paid overtime.
Man sues Scott McRea Automotive Group for allegedly unpaid wages
JACKSONVILLE – A Duval County man alleges his former employer owes him unpaid wages.