News from October 2018
Scott shot down in bid to replace justices, urgency added to gubernatorial race
TALLAHASSEE - Gov. Rick Scott's long shot bid to replace three justices on the Florida Supreme Court before he leaves office was shot down Monday by the same panel.
Clearwater homeowner alleges insurance company refuses to provide coverage
CLEARWATER — A Clearwater property owner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Sanford property owner alleges school construction violated Florida Building Code
ORLANDO — A Sanford property owner is suing a construction company, alleging breach of contract and design defect.
Driver accuses UPS Ground Freight of discrimination
ORLANDO — An Orange County driver is suing UPS, alleging racial discrimination and wrongful termination.
Driver, passenger allege Ohio motorist caused crash
CLEARWATER — A parent and minor child are suing an Ohio motorist, alleging negligence caused a crash.
Winter Garden property owner alleges insurance company failed to pay for water damage
ORLANDO — A Winter Garden property owner is suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Palm Beach County granted summary judgment in worker's discrimination suit
WEST PALM BEACH – A judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida recently granted Palm Beach County's motion for summary judgment in suit filed by a county worker alleging discrimination after he was denied a promotion.
Widow alleges medical facilities failed to administer correct medications
CLEARWATER — A widow is suing medical facilities, alleging professional negligence and vicarious liability.
Apopka property owners allege insurance company failed to cover hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Apokpa property owners are suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Former chief operating officer alleges he was fired due to Crohn's disease
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing a medical staffing company, alleging disability discrimination and wrongful termination.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused First Avenue crash
CLEARWATER — A Tampa man is suing a vehicle owner and driver, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Seafood supplier alleges restaurant owes more than $17,000
CLEARWATER — A seafood supplier is suing a restaurant, alleging breach of contract.
Court denies US motion to dismiss Air Force veteran's suit claiming false
MIAMI – The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida recently denied a U.S. government motion to dismiss suit filed by an Air Force veteran claiming unlawful imprisonment and negligence.
Roofing company alleges Pinellas County couple owes more than $15,000
CLEARWATER — A roofing company is suing a Pinellas County couple, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Car passenger alleges another driver's negligence caused parking lot crash
ORLANDO — A car passenger is suing another driver, alleging negligence caused a parking lot crash that injured the plaintiff.
Government employee alleges plan administrator violated workers compensation act
ORLANDO — A government employee is suing a plan administrator, alleging violation of workers compensation acts.
Orange County motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
ORLANDO — An Orange County man is suing a motorist, alleging his negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Coral Springs property owners allege insurer failed to cover hurricane damage
FORT LAUDERDALE — Two Coral Springs property owners are suing an insurer, alleging breach of contract.
Florida Democrats sue to have voter registration deadline extended
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Democratic Party (FDP) recently filed a complaint for emergency and injunctive and declaratory relief against Secretary of State Ken Detzner, claiming the legal requirement for voters to register by Oct. 9 is hindered due to Hurricane Michael.
Judge dismisses efforts to exclude several witnesses in suit alleging hip fracture during massage aboard cruise ship
MIAMI – A U.S. District Court recently paved the way for a trial in a personal injury complaint against Carnival Corporation by ruling on several motions regarding witness testimony in the case.