News from October 2016
MetLife sued over denial of life insurance benefits
A woman is suing Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. and Sterling Jewelers Inc., plan administrators, citing alleged breach of contract.
A photography studio sues Florida business over alleged copyright infringement
A photography studio is suing RGB Ventures, LLC, a Florida business, citing alleged copyright infringement.
Woman sues Capital One, law firm for falsely accusing her of being delinquent on a debt
A consumer is suing Zakheim Law Group PA f/k/a Zakheim & LaVrar PA, Flynn LaVrar and Capital One Bank (USA) NA, law firm, citing alleged violation of FDCPA.
Laboratory says a German business allegedly infringed on its trademark
A Florida corporation is suing Neo New Oncology AG, and various John Does, Jane Does and ABC Companies, a German business, citing alleged unfair competition.
A Lee County resident sues 3M over alleged product liability
A Lee County resident is suing 3M Electronic Monitoring, a manufacturer, citing alleged design defect, negligence, and product liability.
Passenger sues Carnival over alleged negligence that led to injuries
A passenger is suing Carnival Corp., a cruise ship company, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Father, attorney accused of sharing overzealous religious rhetoric to the point of abuse with children
TALLAHASEE -- A Florida attorney says a father overstepped his boundaries by allegedly sharing chanting religious rhetoric that became abusive to his children.
Developer sues Florida corporation over alleged trademark infringement
A developer is suing Tuscan Gardens Group LLC and Tuscan Gardens Management Corp., a Florida corporation, citing alleged trademark infringement.
Worker sues Electrolux, MetLife for alleged asbestos exposure
An individual is suing Air and Liquid Systems Inc., Electrolux Home Products Inc., Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. and several other companies, former employers, citing alleged negligence and strict liability in tort.
Staples sued by former employee over alleged violation of FMLA
A former employee is suing Staples The Office Superstore LLC d/b/a Staples Inc., an office supply store, citing alleged violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Design company alleges another company has falsely accused it of copyright infringement
A North Carolina corporation is suing Chromcraft Revington Douglas, Ind., a California corporation, citing alleged unfair competition.
BJ's Wholesale Club sued for allegedly not paying overtime wages
An employee is suing BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc., an employer, citing alleged unpaid wages and violation of workers compensation acts.
Mechanic sues former employer over alleged violation of FLSA
A mechanic is suing Hosey's Auto Parts & Service Inc. and Randy S. Sessler, former employer, citing alleged violation of FLSA.
Maintenance company sued for nonpayment of overtime wages
An employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against Profi Facilities Maintenance LLC, Michael Loudis, Patrick Cueva and Khashayar Fallahzadeh, employer, citing alleged unpaid wages and violation of workers compensation acts.
Debt collector cited in lawsuit for alleged misrepresentation
A consumer is suing Northstar Location Services, LLC, a debt collector, citing alleged misrepresentation in debt collection.
DiTech hit with lawsuit due to making unwanted phone calls
A man is suing Green Tree d/b/a DiTech, a Tampa corporation, citing alleged violation of TCPA.
Cargo Transport Alliance cited for alleged unpaid debt, breach of contract
An individual is suing Cargo Transport Alliance LLC, a Florida business, citing alleged breach of contract and unpaid debt.
Passenger sues Norwegian Cruise Lines over alleged negligence
A passenger is suing Norwegian Cruise Lines and NCL Corporation Ltd., a cruise ship company, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Prog Leasing LLC sued for nuisance robo-calls
An individual is suing Prog Leasing LLC, a Utah corporation, citing alleged violation of TCPA.
Family law attorneys sought for pro bono assistance
JACKSONVILLE – A lack of family law trial lawyers in the Jacksonville area is putting a strain on one organization seeking to provide assistance for cases involving individuals with limited income and special needs.