News from 2018
Lauderhill dog owners cited in pets' attack
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Fort Lauderdale man is suing Lauderhill dog owners, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent their pets from attacking the plaintiff.
Lawsuit claims I-95 car accident left woman disabled and disfigured
Motorist is seeking damages for "losses that are permanent or continuing" after the 2016 accident.
Hobby Lobby sued after woman claims she slipped and fell at Coral Springs store
The plaintiff alleges that she suffered injury, pain, disability and humiliation from the fall on slick tiles and uneven flooring at the store's premises in 2014.
WHITTEL & MELTON LLC: Sextortion Cases on the Rise in Pasco County
The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office is warning people of online extortion crimes on the rise in the area, also known as “sextortion.
KUHN LAW FIRM: Can Your Florida Estate Collect Any Refunds Owed to You?
In preparing your Florida estate plan, it is generally a good idea to make a list of all the assets you presently own.
ALL FAMILY LAW GROUP P.A.: The Complications of Dividing Public Pensions in Divorce
Dividing property in divorce, particularly benefits that have not vested, and thus, will not be directly payable until a later date, present severe challenges.
WHITTEL & MELTON LLC: What can you do as the victim of a crime that the Government elects NOT to prosecute? Whittel & Melton, Florida Negligence Trial Lawyers
Two former University of Miami football players avoided jail time after accusations that they raped an intoxicated female student in a dorm room on the Coral Gables campus.
MICHAEL L. FEINSTEIN P.A.: Administrative Law Is Often A Mystery To Many People
During the course of your business, you will more than likely come into contact with one or more federal or Florida agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration whose responsibilities are to enforce rules and regulations.
SOREIDE LAW GROUP: Gradient Securities LLC Representative Hit with Arbitration Case
According to the customer between December 2017 and February 2018, Lattz improperly liquidated the customer’s variable annuity account, causing the customer to experience losses and penalties.
SOREIDE LAW GROUP: Customer alleges First Allied Sold Unsuitable Alternative Investments
Douglas Keith Hyer, who has been registered representative of First Allied Securities, Inc. since January 31, 2013, disclosed on FINRA BrokerCheck that he has been named in customer-initiated-related written complaint date April 21, 2018, in which the First Allied Securities customer alleged that Hyer put the customer in alternative investments that were not suitable for the customer, and made misrepresentations in reference to the liquidity of those products.
GORDON & DONER P.A.: 5 Tips for Sharing the Road with Semi-Trucks
An auto accident involving a semi-truck can lead to victims suffering serious injuries and possibly death. For this reason, it is important to know how to drive safely around a semi-truck or large commercial vehicle.
WHITTEL & MELTON LLC: Are You an Uber User? Beware of Vomit Fraud!
If you are an Uber user, you may want to check your latest trip bill.
MICHAEL L. FEINSTEIN: Overbilling Leads To Class Action Litigation
There are instances in which many people can be affected by a single related issue. When the problem results in those individuals suffering damages, there may be reason for the affected parties to seek compensation.
Margate homeowners sue Security First Insurance for breach of contract
A couple claims that Security First failed to fully cover the damage to their house from a tornado.
Miramar homeowners sue United Property & Casualty for breach of contract
Homeowners allege that United Property & Casualty Insurance refused to pay their full claim for damages from Hurricane Irma.
Florida Court Dismisses Appeal in Adoption Case
The Florida Supreme Court, in ruling against Gift of Life Adoptions, has denied a request for summary judgment in a case involving an incarcerated father.
Federal court upholds denial of insurance claims after nightclub shootings
Trial established that coverage did not extend to a bar or nightclub, which is where the two men worked.
Judge gives mixed decision on allowing documents in upcoming employment trial involving Miami-Dade County
County employee dismissed from her job sought to present information on unemployment compensation and cell phone records.
Plaintiffs in class action case claim Fidelity, Armed Forces Financial Network are withholding documents on ATM fees
In a class-action lawsuit involving Fidelity National Information Services, Fidelity Integrated Financial Solutions and Armed Forces Financial Network, plaintiffs allege that ATM fees are inflated for consumers and independent ATM operators.
A Kia Soul driver claims serious injury in Tarpon Springs crash
A driver is suing both the vehicle owner and the driver allegedly behind the wheel when the accident occurred. She is seeking more than $15,000 in damages.