News from September 2018
St. Petersburg attorney suspended for alleged pattern of misconduct
St. Petersburg attorney Mark P. Stopa has been indefinitely suspended over accusations of settling cases without the consent of clients.
Miami attorney disbarred following 2013 federal wire fraud conviction
The Florida Supreme Court disbarred Miami attorney Rafael Ubieta, who is serving a sentence for wire fraud, on Aug. 31.
St. Petersburg attorney faces disbarment for withdrawing $1.5 million in fees without client's permission
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – St. Petersburg attorney Jay Snyder faces voluntary and permanent disbarment following a Aug. 16 Florida Supreme Court order in advance of pending disciplinary matters, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Key Biscayne attorney reprimanded for allegedly communicating with another attorney's clients
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Key Biscayne attorney Salina Jivani has been publicly reprimanded following an Aug. 2 Florida Supreme Court order over alleged inappropriate contact with another attorney's clients, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
North Miami attorney faces suspension over alleged trust account issues
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – North Miami attorney Liana Martinez faces suspension following an Aug. 23 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations involving her trust account, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Pembroke Pines attorney agrees to public reprimand after missing eviction mediation
Pembroke Pines attorney Donovan Lloyd Parker faces a public reprimand over his alleged mishandling of an eviction case, according to a recent announcement by the Florida Bar.
Coral Gables attorney publicly reprimanded over fee, disbursements
The Florida Supreme Court reprimanded Coral Gables attorney Oscar Santiago Rodriguez on Aug. 23 over a fee charged one of his clients and his disbursements.
Legal battle over 'Bad Moms' trademark continues
The company who distributed the film "Bad Moms" is embroiled in a legal battle with a Florida women's based networking group with the same name.
Lakeland attorney on probation over allegations in two client representation matters
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Lakeland attorney Gregg S. Kamp is on probation following an Aug. 16 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations arising from two client matters, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Daytona Beach attorney faces indefinite suspension after being found in contempt
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Daytona Beach attorney Brett Hartley faces indefinite suspension following an Aug. 28 Florida Supreme Court order after being found in contempt during an investigation of his trust account, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Court denies motion to dismiss deceptive practices suit in sale of home water treatment systems
PENSACOLA – The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida recently denied World Class Water's motion to dismiss a lawsuit that claimed deceptive practices in the sale of residential water treatment systems.
Couple alleges Dunedin VFW hall negligence led to both falling
CLEARWATER — A couple is suing a Dunedin VWF facility, alleging negligence led to both of them falling at a side entrance.
Orlando property owner alleges State Farm failed to cover hurricane damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing State Farm, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Daughter alleges nursing facility failed to supervise father's care
CLEARWATER — A daughter is suing St. Peterburg nursing facilities, alleging negligent supervision in the care of her father.
Parents accuse Pinellas Park gym of negligence
CLEARWATER — Two parents of a minor are suing a Pinellas Park gymnastics center, alleging negligence led to their daughter sustaining injuries.
Cyclist blames Pinellas County business for allowing utility pole to block bike path
CLEARWATER — A bicyclist is suing a Pinellas County company, alleging negligence caused him injuries on a bike path.
Largo property owners allege insurance company failed to cover water damage
CLEARWATER — Two Largo property owners are suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Customer alleges pet store's negligence led to fall on loose rug
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing a Largo pet store, alleging negligence caused her to suffer injuries.