News from October 2018
Former employee accuses engineering firm of discrimination
An Alabama-based engineering firm faces a gender discrimination lawsuit from a former employee.
Gainesville web developer faces lawsuit over photo's copyright
A Texas photographer accuses a website building company of stealing a copyrighted photo.
Sports bar must stop using 'sandbar' name and logo
In a legal battle between two sports bars, one retained the right to use a popular name and logo.
Federal court throws out fraud suit against oil company owner
A federal judge threw out a lawsuit accusing an oil exploration company of misleading investors.
Federal court throws out claims against Volkswagen over suspension system
A federal court dismissed several claims against Volkswagen over alleged suspension system defects in some of its CC model cars.
Clearwater property owner alleges insurance company failed to cover hurricane damage
CLEARWATER — A Clearwater property owner is suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract regarding hurricane damage.
Patron alleges Publix's negligence caused motorized shopping cart to tip over
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing Publix, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff from a tipped shopping cart.
Former patient alleges overcharging fees for medical records
CLEARWATER — A former medical patient has filed a class action lawsuit against a digital health company, alleging unjust enrichment.
Customer accuses Pinellas County motor vehicle dealer of fraud
CLEARWATER — A customer is suing a Pinellas County licensed motor vehicle dealer, alleging negligent misrepresentation.
Mother, daughter blame Clearwater housing development for bedbug injuries
CLEARWATER — A mother and daughter are suing Clearwater housing development operators, alleging breach of duty and negligence caused the plaintiffs to be bitten by bedbugs.
Motorist alleges Allstate failed to provide crash coverage
CLEARWATER — A Pasco County motorist is suing Allstate, alleging refusal to apply payments after a vehicle crash.
Couple alleges Winter Park subdivision failed to maintain a safe premises
ORLANDO — Two property owners are suing a Winter Park subdivision, alleging negligence led to injuries.
St. Petersburg homeowner seeks insurance for property loss
CLEARWATER — A St. Petersburg property owner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Orlando homeowner alleges insurance company failed to cover property loss
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Tampa attorney disbarred for allegedly mishandling probate matter
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Tampa attorney Michael Eric Eisenberg was disbarred following an Aug. 24 Florida Supreme Court order over the alleged mishandling of probate matter, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Jacksonville attorney suspended after hijacking law firm's email account
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Jacksonville attorney Paul H. Green Jr. was suspended following a Sept. 20 Florida Supreme Court order in part over revenge he allegedly took against a law firm that fired him, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Motorist alleges Mercedes driver's negligence caused crash
CLEARWATER — A motorist is suing a Mercedes driver, alleging negligence caused a crash.
Employee alleges age discrimination led to firing
CLEARWATER — A production manager is suing an Illinois manufacturing company, alleging age discrimination and wrongful termination.
Customer alleges Tarpon Springs automobile dealer refused to return vehicle
CLEARWATER — A New Port Richey vehicle owner is suing a Tarpon Springs automobile dealer, alleging wrongful possession.
Barback alleges hotel owes unpaid overtime wages
ORLANDO — A barback/bartender has filed a class action lawsuit against a hotel, alleging breach of an employment contract for unpaid wages.