News from June 2018
Bar: St. Petersburg attorney indefinitely suspended after practicing while ineligible
St. Petersburg attorney Kelley Andrea Bosecker has been suspended until further order following a Florida Supreme Court order issued last spring after being found in contempt for violating the terms of a prior disciplinary order, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
U.S. judge grants summary judgment against Florida hospitality companies over trademark infringement
MIAMI (Florida Record) — A federal judge recently found in favor of Mexican and a Panamanian hospitality companies intellectual property case when he granted summary judgment against two Florida-based companies accused of trademark infringement.
Defendants gain small victory in federal racketeering case
FORT MYERS (Florida Record) — The long list of defendants in a multimillion dollar racketeering case involving apartment projects in multiple states scored a small victory earlier this month when a federal judge in Fort Myers dismissed a portion of one count against them.
Tampa court: Not enough proof of fraud found in disputed boat sale between friends
TAMPA -- The Tampa District Court hasdenied a man’s motion to strike his former friend’s counterclaims and have him sanctioned for perpetuating a fraud on the court, stating the motion did not provide clear evidence.
Five men, Bank Of America accused in $102 million Ponzi scheme
ORLANDO (Florida Record) — An Ocala resident, four other men and the Bank of America were complicit in a $102 million Ponzi scheme over the past seven years, according to a putative class action lawsuit filed in federal court.
Michael Kors seeks millions from entities operating in South Florida selling knockoffs online
MIAMI (Florida Record) — World-renown high-end accessories and garments designer Michael Kors of New York is seeking millions of dollars from 150 entities operating in South Florida for allegedly selling knock-offs of Michael Kors merchandise.
Rotary Club guest alleges negligence led to fall, injuries
ORLANDO — A business guest is suing a Rotary club, alleging breach of duty and negligence.
Winter Park property owners allege insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Winter Park property owners are suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Mall customer alleges she fell due to spilled orange juice
ORLANDO — A customer is suing an Orlando mall operator, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Customer alleges loose grape caused fall, injuries
CLEARWATER — A consumer is suing a St. Petersburg Save-A-Lot store, alleging negligence caused her to step on a grape and suffer injuries.
Shopper alleges injuries from exploding Seagram's wine cooler bottle
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County shopper is suing a product distributor, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Creditors, investors appeal dismissal of suit against Citigroup claiming $1.1 billion in losses
MIAMI (Florida Record) – A group of investors and creditors who claim they lost $1.1 billion in a bankrupt Mexican oil services firm are appealing their racketeering and corruption lawsuit against Citigroup Inc. after a federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division, dismissed the case earlier this month.
Judge says sound recordings producer may add defendants in copyright infringement case against Florida company
MIAMI (Florida Record) – A federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division, recently ruled that a New York-based producer of sound recordings that is suing a Florida company over alleged copyright infringement will be allowed to add three people to its list of defendants but won't be allowed to amend its complaint.
Judge dismisses Port St. Lucie treatment center's case against insurer, grants time to file amended complaint
WEST PALM BEACH (Florida Record) – A Port St. Lucie substance abuse and mental health treatment center is being allowed to file an amended lawsuit after a federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, West Palm Beach Division, recently dismissed the case filed earlier this year against a Connecticut insurer.
Television sports provider alleges partner has failed to pay full amount
MIAMI -- A television sports event provider is suing one of its partners, alleging failure to pay $666,000 in fees.
Cruise ship passenger alleges negligence in ramp collapse
FORT LAUDERDALE -- A Florida woman has filed suit against a cruise ship operator, alleging she suffered serious injury when a boarding ramp collapsed.
Miami court won’t dictate venue in motion to compel arbitration
MIAMI -- The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida closed a case after granting a motion to compel arbitration over a contract dispute, following the Supreme Court precedent to “rigorously enforce arbitration agreements.”
Doctor denied dismissal of suit alleging defamation of hemp CBD oil 'Charlotte’s Web'
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- The Fort Myers U.S. District Court dismissed a doctor’s motion to throw out a suit filed against him and others alleging that their defamation of the hemp based cannabidiol oil “Charlotte’s Web” has reduced its profits to zero.
James Madison Institute CEO calls Janus 'win for free speech'
TALLAHASSEE — James Madison Institute CEO and President Bob McClure says the Janus decision is a win for free speech.
Orlando homeowners allege insurance company failed to cover hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando homeowners are suing an insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contact.