News from February 2018
Widower blames nursing home for wife's death
CLEARWATER — A widower is suing a Palm Harbor nursing home, alleging breach of duty, negligence and wrongful death.
Kissimmee couple accuses insurance company of breach of contract
ORLANDO — A Kissimmee couple is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Palm Harbor property owner accuses family member of unlawful stay in house
CLEARWATER — A Palm Harbor property owner is suing a family member, alleging an unlawful stay on the property.
EEOC's case over trucker allegedly not hired because of service dog transferred
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) – A Florida federal judge has denied CRST International’s motion to dismiss a man’s lawsuit alleging it did not hire him as a truck driver because he has a service dog to help cope with post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health issues.
Fort Pierce attorney, city commissioner suspended from law practice over handling of parental rights case
TALLAHASSEE — Fort Pierce attorney and City Commissioner Reginald "Reggie" Bernard Sessions faces a 20-day suspension following a Jan. 9 Florida Supreme Court order over issues he encountered representing a client in a parental rights case, according to an announcement from The Florida Bar.
Lady Lake attorney suspended after multiple arrests, admitted illegal drug use
Lady Lake attorney William Jason Scheil has been suspended for one year following a Dec. 28 Florida Supreme Court order admitting in sworn statements to using illegal drugs, including heroin, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Customer blames Orlando mall for injuries
ORLANDO — A Pinellas County woman is suing an Orlando mall, alleging negligence in failing to keep its premises safe.
Tourist blames Walt Disney resort for assault
ORLANDO — A Osceola County tourist is suing Walt Disney, alleging negligence in failing to provide a safe place for the use of the public.
Orlando policy holder alleges insurance company breached contract
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract regarding coverage for hurricane damage.
Former cashier alleges sexual harassment in workplace
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing a concessionaire service company, alleging sexual harassment.
11th Circuit issues decision in business lawsuit that has been in court for over 10 years
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has determined a debt owed between business partners cannot be discharged based on a bankruptcy claim.
Fort Lauderdale attorney suspended following guilty plea in patient brokering case
TALLAHASSEE —Fort Lauderdale attorney Vincent Joseph Pravato has been suspended until further notice following a Dec. 19 Florida Supreme Court order after his guilty plea to multiple felonies, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Jacksonville attorney publicly reprimanded following guilty plea after traffic stop and arrest
TALLAHASSEE — Jacksonville attorney Dana Rachel Price has been publicly reprimanded following a Dec. 14 Florida Supreme Court order after pleading guilty to driving with a suspended license, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Customer blames Wal-Mart for fall, injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing Wal-Mart, alleging negligence in allowing a dangerous condition in its premises.
Class action claiming Royal Caribbean should have canceled cruise before hurricane is dismissed
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida has dismissed a class action brought against Royal Caribbean claiming the company should have canceled a cruise before a natural disaster.
Ocoee homeowners allege insurance carrier failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Ocoee homeowners are suing an insurance carrier, alleging breach of contract.
64-year-old's layoff financially motivated, doesn't violate federal law, 11th Circuit rules
The layoff of a 64-year-old Jacksonville maritime employee whose job was then held by a much younger co-worker in 2014 didn't violate federal law and was motivated by financial factors, an appeals court recently ruled.
Customer blames transportation company for injuries
ORLANDO — A customer is suing a transportation authority, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Home improvement business accuses Winter Park property owners of breach of contract
ORLANDO — An Orange County home improvement business is suing Winter Park property owners, alleging breach of contract, fraud and unjust enrichment.
St. Petersburg apartment owner blamed for resident's wasp stings
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing a St. Petersburg property owner, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff being attacked by wasps.