News from September 2018
Winter Park homeowners accuse insurance company of wrongfully denying claim
An insurance company faces a lawsuit after denying a property damage claim.
Pinellas County crash prompts lawsuit against sheriff's office
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office faces a lawsuit after a car accident involving one of its employees.
Orange County woman injured driver, lawsuit claims
An injured woman blames a motorist for causing a car crash on State Road 520.
Car accident prompts Orlando man's lawsuit
A staffing company, coconut water distributor and an employee face a lawsuit over a car crash.
Local resident sues driver for negligence
A car accident inside the Orange Lakes Resort prompted a recent lawsuit.
Patient suffered permanent injuries after a misdiagnosis, lawsuit says
A former patient blames an emergency medical facility and a doctor for not properly treating him after a bicycle accident.
Property owners seek to remove alleged squatter
An alleged squatter faces a lawsuit from the homeowner.
Insurance company wrongfully denied theft claim, man says
An insurance company's denial of a theft claim prompted a man to file a lawsuit.
Finance company sued for breach of contract
An alleged breach of a settlement agreement prompted the aggrieved party to file a lawsuit.
Judge dismisses discrimination suit filed by former VA police officer at Bay Pines facility
TAMPA – The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida recently dismissed a discrimination suit against the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) filed by a veteran and former Bay Pines VA s Healthcare System police officer.
BARKER & COOK P.A.: Former CEO accuses Barnes and Noble of breach of contract
When a company in Florida begins to experience financial struggles, its owners may wish to identify the source of the problem and make budget cuts where necessary.
FREIDIN BROWN PA: Jonathan E. Freidin Earns 10.0 Rating from Legal Service Avvo
Freidin Brown, P.A. Associate Jonathan E. Freidin has received a 10.0 “Superb” Avvo Rating from the national legal rating organization Avvo. A 10.0 is the highest rating available, and speaks volumes about Jonathan’s background and stature in the legal community.
MICHAEL L. FEINSTEIN PA: Business Litigation Over Trademark Violations Involves Comic-Con
Businesses can often face threats to their reputation and operations when another company infringes on trademarks or other intellectual property.
Woman sues tobacco companies for mom's death, wins appeal
Two tobacco companies lost a bid to reverse a multi-million dollar judgment against them over a woman's death from smoking.
Billionaire mega-donor Steyer picks favorite AG hopefuls; More global warming cases possible
Democrat challengers aspiring to become the top lawyers in their states have received financial boosts from Tom Steyer, a billionaire investor and environmental activist who some feel is a driving force behind the recent string of climate change lawsuits struggling to persuade judges to punish the energy industry.
Cashier alleges she was not properly compensated
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing a food service company, alleging unpaid wages and wrongful termination.
Customers allege GM Silverado contains defects
ORLANDO — Two customers are suing General Motors, alleging breach of an implied warranty.
Buyer accuses Clearwater property owner of contract breach
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing a Clearwater property owner, alleging breach of a commercial contract.
Passenger alleges negligence from vehicle's driver and owner caused crash
ORLANDO — An Orange County man is suing a vehicle driver and owner, alleging negligence.
Orlando homeowner alleges insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando homeowner is suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of insurance contract.