News from November 2018
Federal judge dismisses some claims against City of Fort Pierce in police shooting of unarmed motorist
A federal judge has dismissed some of the claims made against the City of Fort Pierce in litigation over the police shooting of an unarmed motorist, Demarcus Semer, during a traffic stop in 2016.
Federal judge recommends confirmation of arbitral award in case of injured former Norwegian Cruise Lines steward
A federal magistrate judge has recommended confirmation of an arbitral award reached in the case of a former Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) steward who claims the company refused to pay for surgery after she suffered a spinal injury in an onboard incident.
Judges can be friends with lawyers on Facebook without disqualifying themselves from cases, Fla Supreme Court says
Judges do not have to disqualify themselves from cases in which they are "friends" on Facebook with attorneys in those cases, a split Florida Supreme Court ruled recently.
Appeals court sides with Health Department in trauma center litigation made moot by new state law
Despite passage of a law earlier this year that made the case irrelevant, a Florida appeals court last week sided with the state's health department in long-time litigation over its proposed rules over the number and "need" trauma centers in the state.
Miami mom sues Juul claiming vape products caused her children's addictions
A Miami mother is seeking damages after alleging that a major vape product company, Juul, caused her two sons to start vaping underage and that both are now addicted to the product.
ACLU throws support behind U.S. citizen detained as undocumented immigrant in Miami
The ACLU is representing a man who, despite being a U.S. citizen, was detained in Miami by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE).
Visitor alleges Universal Orlando Resort's negligence caused sidewalk to collapse
ORLANDO — A Pasco County woman is suing Universal Orlando Resort, alleging negligence caused part of a sidewalk to collapse.
Orlando property owner alleges insurance company failed to cover wind damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Miami attorney explains dismissal of McDonald's 'cheese' lawsuit
MIAMI -- A Florida judge recently dismissed a class action lawsuit filed against McDonald's, after the plaintiffs alleged they were charged the full price for a quarter pounder, despite requesting the burger without cheese.
Attorney questions Scott's actions in election recounts suit
MIAMI -- Earlier this week, Republican Gov. Rick Scott filed a lawsuit against two Florida counties, alleging there could be "rampant fraud happening in Palm Beach and Broward counties."
Models sue Florida strip club for using their images without consent
A Florida strip club is being sued by two models who claim that their images were used for promotion purposes without their consent or permission.
Couple sues Celebrity Cruise Lines after husband suffered severe burns
A Florida couple is suing Celebrity Cruise Lines after one of them suffered a severe burn while on a vacation cruise.
Federal judge denies Warner Bros. motion in dispute over who owns 'War Dogs' book
A federal judge has denied a Hollywood film company's motion to bar the claims of a man who says he owns the book upon which the movie "War Dogs" was based.
MARKS GRAY PA: Marks Gray, P.A. Selected to 2019 Best Law firms by U.S. News & World Report
Marks Gray, P.A. has been selected to 2019 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers for the ninth consecutive year.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused Orlando crash
ORLANDO — A motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Condo resident alleges Otis Elevator's negligence caused injuries
CLEARWATER — A Dunedin condo resident is suing Otis Elevator and the condo association, alleging negligence caused an elevator to fall at an excessive speed.
Pretrial detainee accuses Pinellas Sheriff's Office of civil rights violations
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing the county sheriff's office, alleging excessive use of force.
Widow alleges Orlando nursing home administrators' negligence caused husband's death
ORLANDO — A widow is suing Orlando nursing home administrators, alleging negligence caused her husband's death.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
ORLANDO — A motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Orlando homeowner alleges insurer failed to pay for water damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing an insurance corporation, alleging breach of an insurance contract.