News from September 2018
Vehicle passenger alleges Dodge van driver caused crash
CLEARWATER — A vehicle passenger is suing a the driver of a Dodge van, alleging negligent driving.
Suspended Orlando attorney disbarred over misappropriation, other allegations
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) — Suspended Orlando attorney Christopher Phillip Hancock has been disbarred following an Aug. 9 Florida Supreme Court order over misappropriation and other allegations, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Orlando attorney faces suspension for doing little work on trust
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) — Orlando attorney Michael Peter Guido faces suspension following an Aug. 23 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations he was generously paid for "no meaningful work" on a trust, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Coconut Grove attorney publicly reprimanded over alleged trust fund irregularities
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) — Coconut Grove attorney Juliana Gonzalez has been publicly reprimanded following an Aug. 23 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations involving her law firm's trust account, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Suspended South Miami attorney disbarred over alleged misappropriations
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) — South Miami attorney Rene Julian Garcia Jr has been disbarred following an Aug. 2 Florida Supreme Court order over misappropriation allegations, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Colorado attorney faces suspension for allegedly failing to prosecute case
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) — Colorado attorney Peter Van Dorn Fullerton, admitted to the bar in Florida in 1989, has been suspended following an Aug. 24 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations he failed to prosecute a case, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Incarcerated Punta Gorda attorney suspended indefinitely
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) — Incarcerated Punta Gorda attorney Steven Paul Burch has been indefinitely suspended following a July 19 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations he abandoned his practice, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
MARKS GRAY PA: Attorneys Jeptha F. Barbour and Crystal T. Broughan named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers®
Marks Gray is pleased to announce that Jeptha F. Barbourand Crystal T. Broughan have been named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers® 2019.
ROSENTHAL LAW GROUP: Alex Rosenthal wins 2018 M&A Award for excellence in Business Litigation Law in Florida
Attorney Rosenthal Receives M&A Excellence Award 2 Years in a Row Attorney Alex Rosenthal continues to garner recognition and achievement awards for his superb handling of business law cases.
Philadelphia's appeal to plaintiffs crosses borders; 41 Dominicans file pesticide lawsuit there
PHILADELPHIA – Americans from all over the country have traditionally flocked to Philadelphia courts, to the point their plaintiff-friendly reputation has resulted in a “Judicial Hellhole" designation, and now plaintiffs are coming from other countries to seek their day in court.
Pulse Evolution accused of stock fraud in lawsuit
A Jacksonville man asked a federal court to call a grand jury to investigate stock fraud.
Coral Gables attorney faces suspension for missing court deadline in client's case
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Coral Gables attorney James Casimir Casey faces suspension following an Aug. 23 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations he missed a deadline for replying to a motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by his client, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Orlando attorney faces suspension for allegedly failing to pay taxes, client representation matters
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Orlando attorney Francis Wesley Blankner Jr. faces suspension following an Aug. 16 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations in two post-conviction matters regarding client representation and for failing to pay income taxes, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Orlando attorney reprimanded over referral arrangement with investigations firm
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Orlando attorney John Andrew Braithwaite was publicly reprimanded following an Aug. 23 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations stemming from his arrangement with a private investigating firm that charged too much in fees, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Note holder alleges transportation business owes $400,000
ORLANDO — An Orange County note holder is suing a transportation business, alleging breach of a $400,000 promissory note.
Vehicle crash victim alleges she is due insurance benefits
CLEARWATER — A Hillsborough County woman is suing State Farm, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
New York City couple say they were induced into entering contract
ORLANDO — A New York couple is suing a Florida timeshare corporation, alleging breach of contract and fraud.
Orlando homeowner says insurance company denied coverage for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando homeowner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused Kenneth City crash
CLEARWATER — A motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Orlando property owners allege insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.