News from October 2017
Appeals court favors IRS in IVF expense case
ATLANTA -- The 11th U.S. Court of Appeals has upheld a district court ruling in which the Internal Revenue Service disallowed a Florida man’s deduction of his in-vitro fertilization expenses.
Orlando couple alleges insurance firm failed to cover damaged property
ORLANDO — An Orlando couple is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Driver alleges another motorist caused crash
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Broward County motorist is suing another driver, alleging the defendant's negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Broward County landlord alleges tenant, guarantor owe $72,000
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Broward County landlord is suing a tenant and guarantor, alleging they owe more than $72,000 for breach of a lease and guarantee agreement.
Employee alleges Pinellas County business failed to pay proper wages
CLEARWATER — An employee is suing a Pinellas County business, alleging violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Pedestrian blames Largo for injuries in fall
CLEARWATER — A pedestrian is suing the city of Largo and a property owner, alleging negligence caused her to fall on a sidewalk and suffer injuries.
Property owner accuses developers of violating building code
ORLANDO — A Rhode Island woman who owns property in Orange County is suing a property developer corporation, alleging negligence and design defect.
Fort Lauderdale property owner accuses insurance carrier of breach of contract
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Fort Lauderdale property owner is suing an insurance carrier, alleging breach of contract.
Attorney sees pressure on Florida lawmakers to address insurance scams
ORLANDO (Florida Record) – The Florida Legislature's upcoming 2018 session might be the time when state lawmakers finally address the assignment of benefits and other insurance-related scams in a post-Hurricane Irma environment, an insurance regulation attorney said during a recent interview.
Manufacturer alleges contractor, property owner owe nearly $43,000
FORT LAUDERDALE — A manufacturing business is suing a construction services company and a property owner, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Customer alleges Baskin Robbins' negligence led to injuries
FORT LAUDERDALE — A West Palm Beach woman is suing Baskin Robbins, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Customer blames Wal-Mart for fall, injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing Wal-Mart, alleging negligence led to fall that caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Pinellas County School Board employee alleges age discrimination
CLEARWATER — A St. Petersburg man is suing the county school board, an employer, alleging age discrimination.
Vehicle passenger blames Fed Ex, driver for injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing Fed Ex and one of its drivers, alleging negligence and vicarious liability.
City of Orlando blamed for woman's injuries
ORLANDO — An Orange County woman is suing the city of Orlando, alleging negligence led to her suffering injuries.
Former employee alleges Orange County company failed to pay proper wages
ORLANDO — A former employee is suing an Orange County company, alleging violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Fort Lauderdale property owner alleges tenant owes more than $250,000
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Fort Lauderdale property owner is suing a tenant, alleging breach of contract and an unpaid debt of more than $259,000.
Customer blames Wal-Mart for fall, injuries
ORLANDO — An Orlando customer is suing Wal-Mart, alleging negligence caused her to fall and suffer injuries.
Orlando homeowner alleges insurer breached contract
ORLANDO — An Orlando homeowner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract in failing to cover costs for water damage.
Booking agency accused of contract breach
ORLANDO — A client is suing an entertainment booking company, alleging breach of contract and failure to return $12,000.