News from November 2018
Daniel Gerber, Orlando attorney, calls Florida lawsuit climate costly
According to a recent report published by the Perryman Group, Florida's lawsuit climate is incredibly poor, and it is costing the state billions in funding and thousands in jobs on a yearly basis — problems that likely require reform soon if they are to be solved in the future.
Allstate accused of not providing uninsured/undefinsured motorist coverage
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing Allstate, alleging failure to provide uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
CLEARWATER — A motorist is suing another driver and a vehicle owner, alleging their negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Daughter blames nursing home operators for father's injuries
CLEARWATER — A daughter is suing Palm Harbor nursing home operators, alleging negligence caused injuries to her father.
Clearwater mall customer alleges negligence's led to fall, injuries
CLEARWATER — A Brevard County woman is suing a Clearwater mall operator, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Parent alleges spectrum camp operators' negligence caused sexual assault on son
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County parent is suing spectrum camp operators, alleging abuse of the bill of rights of persons with developmental disabilities.
Pinellas County motorist alleges negligence by vehicle owner, driver caused crash
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County motorist is suing a vehicle owner and driver, alleging their negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Auto glass company seeks insurance coverage for windshield damages
ORLANDO — A Florida auto glass company is suing insurance companies, alleging breach of contract.
Medical care provider alleges Geico failed to cover losses
ORLANDO — A medical provider is suing Geico, alleging breach of contract.
Orlando property owner alleges insurance company failed to cover damages
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Lawsuit against Miami-Dade County and two detectives dismissed, officer accused of assault
On Oct. 23, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida dismissed a case against Miami-Dade County and two of its police officers after body camera footage showed the officers assaulting a man during an arrest.
City of Clermont challenged on its ownership of Victory Pointe
The City of Clermont has been served with a lawsuit that challenges its ownership of Victory Pointe, a project that comprises a stormwater treatment system, a passive park and an event venue.
Ahead of trial against St. Lucie County sheriff, court rules to exclude criminal history of man who died after police custody
The criminal history of a man who died after suffering a seizure while in police custody for fleeing a traffic stop will be excluded in a case against the St. Lucie County sheriff and his deputy, a court has ruled.
Miami company faces federal suit for alleged failure to pay $400,000 for produce shipments
MIAMI – A Georgia-based produce dealer recently filed a federal suit alleging a Miami-based company has failed to pay approximately $400,000 in a timely manner for the sale and delivery of produce.
Orlando property owners allege insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance policy.
Piinellas County wellness company accuses former employee of breach of contract
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County wellness company is suing a former employee, alleging breach of an employment agreement.
Orange County landlord alleges tenant, guarantor owes more than $18,000
ORLANDO — An Orlando landlord is suing a tenant and guarantor, alleging breach of a lease agreement.
Customer alleges KFC's negligence led to fall, injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing KFC, alleging premises liability and negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Winter Garden customer accuses home builder of breach of contract
ORLANDO — A Winter Garden customer is suing a home builder, alleging breach of contract and breach of warranty.
Orlando motorist alleges pick-up driver caused crash
ORLANDO — An Orlando woman is suing a pick-up driver and owner, alleging negligence caused a vehicle crash that injured the plaintiff.