News from April 2017
Flogrown claims Dixie Heritage is selling counterfeit clothing using its mark
MIAMI – An Orlando apparel company alleges a retail company is selling counterfeit versions of its clothing.
Macaluso's & Co. Inc. alleged to have not paid minimum wages
MIAMI – A former server for a Miami-Beach restaurant alleges she was not paid for all the hours that she worked during her employment.
Individuals allege motorist's negligence caused Orlando collision
ORLANDO – Four individuals allege they were injured after a motor vehicle accident in Orlando.
Appeals court rules lower court was wrong to dismiss Florida homeowner's construction defect lawsuit
LAKE COUNTY — The 5th District Court of Appeal in Florida has ruled on behalf of a Florida homeowner in a defection case that a trial court was wrong to dismiss the case.
Disabled person alleges Big Louie's Pizzeria wouldn't allow service animal
FORT LAUDERDALE – A hearing impaired man alleges he faced discriminatory treatment at a Fort Lauderdale family-style Italian restaurant because of his service animal.
Former employee accuses Paradise Parking System, Double Park of labor law violations
MIAMI – A former valet parking attendant alleges his employers failed to pay him a minimum wage.
Florida health care law firm steps up asset preservation efforts
DELRAY BEACH — Malpractice lawsuits and regulatory laws in Florida that impact doctors and other health care providers have been increasing in recent years, along with requests from health care professionals on how they can protect themselves, leading attorney firms specializing in the field to provide more services.
Norwegian Cruise Lines passenger alleges injuries after collision on water slide with another passenger
MIAMI – A Miami-Dade County woman alleges she was injured on a water slide on a cruise ship.
Manion Gaynor opens Miami office, hires new partner
MIAMI — Manion Gaynor & Manning (MG+M) recently opened its Miami office with a new partner at its helm.
Photographer alleges StartupBros unlawfully used photo
ORLANDO – A Palm Harbor business is accused of unlawfully using a photograph to advertise its business.
'House mom' alleges The Playhouse Gentlemen's Club did not pay minimum, overtime wages
MIAMI – A former employee of a West Park adult nightclub alleges she was not paid during her employment.
Man alleges HRS Hotels LLC property isn't compliant with ADA regulations
ORLANDO – A disabled Broward County man claims a Brevard County hotel has barriers that restricted his access to the property.
Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino accused of failing to pay employees the minimum wage rate
MIAMI – A former poker dealer alleges a casino failed to pay her a minimum wage.
Royal Caribbean passenger files suit after slipping on liquid allegedly left on cafe floor
MIAMI – A woman alleges she fractured her wrist after a fall on a Royal Caribbean ship.
Deals on Wheels of the Palm Beaches Inc. alleged to have not paid minimum, overtime wages
WEST PALM BEACH – A former employee of a West Palm Beach tire and wheel business alleges he was not paid a minimum wage during his employment.
Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association supports proposed parental leave rule
The Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association (JWLA) has been added to the list of groups supporting a proposed rule that would ensure judges grant continuances for parental leave, provided it would cause no substantial harm to the opposition.
Proposals for settlements on the rise in Florida
Proposals for settlements (PFSs) are on the rise for the insured in Florida, but are they really more cost-effective than completing the litigation process?
Wal-Mart employee allowed stack of tables to fall on shopper, suit claims
ORLANDO — A woman is suing Wal-Mart Stores East LP d/b/a Walmart Super Center, citing alleged negligence for a store accident in which a stack of tables fell on her arm.
Woman says she fell off improperly assembled bed at Balaji Investments property
FORT LAUDERDALE — A woman is suing Balaji Investments Inc., a hotel property owner, citing alleged negligence for a fall and injuries she says she experienced in her room.
Broward County man sues Citizens Property for invalidly denying coverage
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Broward County resident is suing Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, alleging the insurer wrongly denied his claim.