News from August 2018
Orlando resident alleges insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando woman is suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Visitor alleges Maitland property owner's negligence caused injuries lifting pergola
ORLANDO — A Maitland man is suing a neighbor, alleging negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Recycling company sues insurance company over fire damage claim
BHS Scrap and Recycle recently filed a lawsuit against Scottsdale Insurance Company in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida in a dispute over an insurance settlement regarding a fire at a BHS facility in Hollywood.
Florida man seeking $17 million in suit against Saudi royal family
MIAMI – A Florida man recently filed a suit in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida seeking more that $17 million from Saudi Arabia and members of the royal family.
Orlando property owners allege insurance company failed to cover roof leak
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Visitor alleges Orlando property owner's negligence led to 10-foot fall
ORLANDO — A Miami-Dade County man is suing an Orlando property owner, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff falling through a bathroom roof.
Customer alleges Gulfport bar/grill failed to protect him from criminal activity
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County customer is suing a Gulfport bar/grill, alleging negligent supervision led to an attack on the plaintiff.
Assisted living facility cited in resident's death
CLEARWATER — A family member is suing a Pinellas County assisted living facility, alleging breach of duty, negligence and wrongful discharge.
Pedestrian attributes injuries to Largo's imperfect pedestrian walkway
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County pedestrian is suing Largo, alleging breach of duty and negligence in causing injuries to the plaintiff.
Madeira Beach homeowner alleges insurer failed to cover storm damage
CLEARWATER — A Madeira Beach homeowner is suing an insurance company, alleging refusal to apply payments for hurricane damage.
Father, son argue they're not liable in domain dispute
FORT LAUDERDALE -- A father and son who own a vacation property at Bimini Sands Resort and Marina in South Bimini, Bahamas are fighting to clear their name from a domain name dispute.
Appeals court upholds ruling favoring Florida master condo association
MIAMI -- The U.S. Third District Court of Appeal affirmed Aug. 8 that a lower court ruling asserting that a master condo association does not have the same responsibilities as a sub-association.
Federal judge rules jury trial waiver on lease agreement 'unambiguous'
FORT MYERS, Fla. --- A federal judge has ruled a Florida hair salon must abide by a provision in a lease agreement where it waived a right to a jury trial.
2 companies linked to defective revolvers ordered to hand over documents
MIAMI -- Two companies accused of manufacturing defective revolvers imported into the United States have been ordered to produce documents they allege are privileged.
Patient alleges medical center caused second-degree burns due to overheated pad
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County medical patient is suing a Largo medical facility, alleging negligence caused second-degree burns.
St. Petersburg property owner alleges Insurance company refused to provide claims
CLEARWATER — A St. Petersburg property owner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Patient blames Clearwater health facility for injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing a Clearwater health facility, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries to the plaintiff.
Tourist alleges Universal Studios' negligence led to fall
CLEARWATER — A tourist is suing Universal Studios, alleging negligence caused the plaintiff to fall and sustain injuries.
Owner alleges Geico failed to compensate for vandalized vehicle
ORLANDO — A Orange County vehicle owner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Customer alleges Fancy Fruit's negligence led to fall, injuries
ORLANDO — A customer is suing an Orlando fruit and produce store, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.