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Thursday, March 28, 2024

News from September 2018


BLANK ROME: Michelle Gervais Appointed Executive Board Member of WISE Tampa Bay Chapter

By Press release submission |
Blank Rome Partner Michelle Gervais was appointed to serve as an executive board member of the newly formed Women in Sports and Events (“WISE”) Tampa Bay Chapter, a role that she was selected for by its founding partners—the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning, University of South Florida Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program, and Tampa Bay Sports Commission.

MARKOWITZ RINGEL TRUSTY & HARTOG PA: Joshua Rosenberg Speaks on Guardianship and Estate Planning

By Press release submission |
Partner Joshua Rosenberg spoke on “Guardianship Decision-Making Processes” at the 2nd Annual Clerks’ Statewide Investigation Alliance Symposium for the Office of Public & Professional Guardians held in August 2018.

Florida to receive $8.2 million as part of proposed Uber data breach settlement

By Charmaine Little |
TALLAHASSE – Attorney General Pam Bondi recently said a $148 million settlement has been reached with Uber Technologies regarding violations of the state's Information Protection Act (FIPA) and other related laws related to data breaches.

Orlando homeowner alleges contractors, subcontractors botched construction job

By Jenie Mallari-Torres |
ORLANDO — An Orlando homeowner is suing contractors and subcontractors, alleging breach of contract.

Vehicle passenger alleges insurance company owes her coverage

By Noddy A. Fernandez |
ORLANDO — A vehicle passenger from Orlando is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of a contract.

Guest alleges Comfort Suite's negligence caused his head injuries

By Jenie Mallari-Torres |
ORLANDO — A hotel guest is suing Comfort Suites, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff suffering head injuries.

In latest AG poll, GOP's Moody ahead of rival Shaw, 46-44

By Charmaine Little |
Republican candidate Ashley Moody is still besting her Democratic component Sean Shaw in the highly anticipated Attorney General race, the latest census from the St. Pete Polls reveals.

Philip Morris loses appeal in wrongful death lawsuit

By Tomas Kassahun |
A widow will receive a new trial in her wrongful death lawsuit against Philip Morris.

Broward County resort suit alleges visitor was disruptive, posted defamatory reviews

By Takesha Thomas |
FORT LAUDERDALE – Soho Ocean Resorts, which operates the Hyde Resort and Residences in Hollywood, recently filed a complaint against a Chilean resident after she allegedly abused employees and defamed the resort by writing bad internet reviews.

Suit claims more than 60 Florida businesses, individuals are selling fake Gucci goods

By Takesha Thomas |
FORT LAUDERDALE – Gucci America recently filed a federal suit alleging several individuals and businesses are selling counterfeit Gucci products on the web.

Palm Beach Gardens company files negligence suit after three of its boats are damaged in Bahamas accident

By Sandra Lane |
WEST PALM BEACH – A Palm Beach Gardens company recently filed a federal lawsuit claiming three of its boats were damaged during the attempted docking of another vessel in the Bahamas.

Employee accuses paramedics group of invading his privacy

By Noddy A. Fernandez |
CLEARWATER — An employee has filed a class action lawsuit against a paramedics group, alleging violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and invasion of privacy.

Orlando property owners allege insurer breached contract

By Philip Gonzales |
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.

Trash collector alleges property owners association's negligence led to injuries

By Philip Gonzales |
ORLANDO — A Seminole County man is suing a Venice property owners association, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.

St. Petersburg couple alleges insurance company refused to provide coverage for hurricane damage

By Noddy A. Fernandez |
CLEARWATER — A St. Petersburg couple is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.

Massachusetts couple alleges Disney World's negligence led to wife's injuries

By Noddy A. Fernandez |
ORLANDO — A Massachusetts couple is suing a Walt Disney resort, alleging negligence led to the wife falling and suffering injuries.

Produce supplier sues Miami-based Genaro Produce over unpaid bills

By Mary Ann Magnell |
MIAMI – Buy Right Produce LLC recently filed a federal lawsuit under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) alleging Miami-based Genero Produce has not paid for produce it received from Buy Right.

American Southern Insurance sues Powercom for failure to pay subcontractors on Miramar project

By Takesha Thomas |
FORT LAUDERDALE – American Southern Insurance Co. recently filed a federal breach of contract lawsuit against a subcontractor after it failed to pay trade companies hired for various projects.

Judge denies defendants' request for summary judgment in insurance policy fraud case

By Sandra Lane |
MIAMI – A judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida recently denied a motion for summary judgment requested by two defendants in a lawsuit involving the fraudulent sale of a portfolio of life insurance policies.

Pinellas County motorist alleges another driver caused Park Boulevard crash

By Noddy A. Fernandez |
CLEARWATER — A Pinealls County woman is suing a motorist, negligence driving caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.