News from November 2016
Dade County man alleges employer failed to pay overtime
MIAMI — A Dade County man is suing his employer, alleging unpaid wages, violation of applicable minimum wage law and violation of workers compensation acts.
Punta Gorda attorney still practicing law, despite facing heroin trafficking charges
PUNTA GORDA - Criminal defense attorney Steven Burch continues to practice law despite facing federal charges for trafficking heroin.
Services company alleges cargo vessel owners owe $256,000
JACKSONVILLE — A services company is suing cargo vessel owners, alleging breach of contract and failure to pay $256,000 for completed work.
Jacksonville motorist alleges driver's negligence caused crash
JACKSONVILLE — A Jacksonville motorist is suing another driver and a carrier, alleging their negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Florida company accuses windows business of contract breach
JACKSONVILLE — A Jacksonville company is suing an Ohio windows business, alleging breach of contract for not paying repairs estimated at $110,000.
Florida attorney contributes $28,000 to Active Shooter Response Kits for Tampa police
TAMPA -- A local legal foundation has partnered with Rise Tampa Our Police Foundation to donate Active Shooter Response Kits worth $28,000 to the Tampa police force.
Georgia couple blames butcher saw manufacturer for husband's injuries
JACKSONVILLE — A Georgia couple is suing an equipment manufacturer, alleging the company's negligence led to the husband suffering injuries with a power butcher saw.
Florida, North Carolina attorneys address hurricane litigation with webinar
In the aftermath of the damage Hurricane Matthew caused in the Southeast, attorneys worked through NorthCarolinaFloodClaims.com to put together a free Skype presentation Nov. 7 given by prominent insurance lawyer J.R. Whaley to help these flooded areas recover.
Wynwood arts district becomes home to 'irreverent' law firm AXS
MIAMI – While most law firms base their operations out of regal-looking buildings at a city’s heart, Miami-based firm AXS Law Group has taken a different approach. AXS’ new space, decorated with murals by Andrew Antonaccio, ROA and Johnny Robles, is located at 2121 N.W. 2nd Ave in the main artery of Miami’s Wynwood arts district.
Putnam County woman alleges excessive force by law enforcement
JACKSONVILLE — A Putnam County woman is suing local law enforcement officers, alleging use of excessive force.
Property owner alleges insurance company failed to cover damages
BUNNELL — A Flagler County property owner is is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract in failing to cover damages.
Orlando law firm launches deaf and disability rights unit
ORLANDO -- An Orlando-based law firm has created a deaf and disability rights unit to provide legal assistance to people with disabilities.
Florida attorneys debate Daubert Standard; court ruling to come soon
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – The Florida Supreme Court will rule on changes to the admissibility standard for expert testimony, which has been contested in past civil litigation cases.
Imprisoned 'psychic' goes after former defense attorney
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA – “Psychic” Rose Marks is pressing charges against her former defense attorney in an effort to have her conviction and punishment eliminated.
Brevard’s longest-serving county judge, Alli Majeed, to retire from bench at year’s end
BREVARD COUNTY – With thirty-one minutes left in 2016, Brevard County Court Judge Alli B. Majeed will abide by Florida law and end his twenty-four year service on the bench. The Dec. 31 resignation makes Majeed the longest serving judge in Brevard County, a career marked by tremendous community involvement along the Space Coast, and caps a great American success story.
Florida Supreme Court to review Felon Voting Restoration Amendment
MIAMI – A proposed amendment to restore the voting rights of Florida felons after completion of their sentences received just enough signatures to trigger a review by the Florida Supreme Court and a potential place on the November 2018 ballot.
South Florida cosmetic surgery center to reimburse customers thousands of dollars
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Attorney General office recently announced that Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Center has agreed to reimburse paying customers who have never received services from the company.
Disbarred attorney headed to prison for insurance settlement scam
FORT LAUDERDALE — A former attorney faces seven years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to an insurance settlement scam.
Johnson & Johnson's Ethicon sued over physiomesh product
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – A new lawsuit claims more patients have been having problems with medical mesh products.
Spy in defense camp barred from testifying at federal fraud trial
MIAMI – A man who spied on his co-defendants after penning a plea deal with prosecutors has been barred from testifying against them.