News from February 2018
Coach who bullied Miami Dolphins player loses defamation suit
The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that Miami Dolphins offensive line coach James Turner, who was fired in 2014 for bullying a player, has no case against the law firm that investigated the bullying incident.
Epoch Development accused of violating Florida's Civil Rights Act
ORLANDO — A former employee is suing Epoch Development LLC, a Florida corporation, alleging violation of the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA).
Orange Lake Resorts accused of violating Florida Civil Rights Act
ORLANDO — A former employee is suing the Orange Lake Country Club alleging violations of the Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992 and retaliation.
Garbageman accuses Disposall of violating FLSA
ORLANDO — An employee is suing a disposal service, alleging breach of contract for unpaid wages and refusal to provide workers' compensation claim.
Orange County School board accused of negligence after child falls off playground equipment
ORLANDO — A girl's parent is suing a school district over allegations it was negligent in keeping school grounds safe for children.
USAA Casualty accused of breach of contract
CLEARWATER — Policyholders are suing USAA Casualty Insurance Company alleging breach of contract.
Class counsel awarded more than $2 million share of Trump golf club judgment fund
A court has granted award of attorney's fees in a case involving Trump National Golf Club Jupiter and The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club & Spa Jupiter.
Gulfport couple alleges AIG failed to cover water damages
CLEARWATER — A Gulfport couple is suing an insurer, alleging breach of contract.
Wheelchair operator alleges motorist ran into him
CLEARWATER — A disabled Pinellas County man is suing a motorist, alleging she negligently ran into him.
Customer blames Bravo for injuries
ORLANDO — A customer is suing a Bravo store in Orlando, alleging negligence caused her to fall and suffer injuries.
Loaner alleges Orange County company owes nearly $15,000
ORLANDO — An Orange County man is suing a local company, alleging breach of contract.
Bad Science at NIOSH?
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) was established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 as a research agency focused on the study of worker safety and health.
11th Circuit affirms lower court decision in two Broward County education cases
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has affirmed a lower court’s ruling in an Individuals with Disabilities Education Act case that has traversed the state’s court system for more than a decade.
Florida’s 3rd District Court of Appeal rules in island development case
Florida’s 3rd District Court of Appeal has handed down an opinion in the latest in the string of disputes over development by Two Islands Development Corp.
Parent blames dog owners, softball academy for pet's attack on son
CLEARWATER — A parent is suing a dog owner and a St. Petersburg softball academy, alleging negligence and strict liability.
Consumer accuses Florida company of violating FCCPA
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing a Florida company, alleging illegal actions in trying to collect and alleged debt..
Clearwater homeowners allege insurer failed to cover hurricane damage
CLEARWATER — Two Clearwater homeowners are suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Pinellas Park patient accuses medical practitioners of negligence
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas Park patient is suing medical practitioners, alleging negligence and vicarious liability.
Customer blames Largo restaurant for injuries
CLEARWATER — A customer is suing a Largo restaurant owner, alleging negligence led to injuries to the plaintiff.