News from 2018
FISHER RUSHMER: Fisher Rushmer, P.A. introduces easy way to book a mediation Attorney
Fisher Rushmer, P.A. announced today the addition of a convenient, easy-to-use online mediation calendar that helps speed the process of booking a mediation session with a Florida Supreme Court certified mediation attorney.
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BADGLEY LAW GROUP: How to deal with your doctor after a car accident in Orlando
When we conjure up images of car accidents, we imagine immediate pain and trauma, followed by the wailing of ambulance sirens.
SHAMIS & GENTILE PA: Fair Debt Collection Practices – Are you being harassed?
Shamis & Gentile, P.A. represents consumers who have suffered from collection harassment. Debt collectors are required to follow federal and Florida laws when collecting debts.
BANKER LOPEZ GASSLER PA: Shareholder Sarah Lahlou-Amine Receives Appointment with the Florida Bar
Banker Lopez Gassler is pleased to announce that shareholder, Sarah Lahlou-Amine, was recently appointed to serve as Chair of the Appellate Practice Section of the Florida Bar.
SOREIDE LAW GROUP: Brokerage Herbert J. Sims is sued
The customer has alleged failure to supervise, breach of contract, misinterpretation, fraud, negligence, and breach of fiduciary duty in connection with speculative bonds and structured notes held in the customer’s investment account.
GORDON & DONER P.A.: 5 Medical Errors that Lead to a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
Health care providers and hospitals are expected to provide patients competent medical treatment that upholds the medical community’s standards.
Couple alleges LA Fitness allowed facility to have legionella bacteria
ORLANDO — An Orlando couple is suing LA Fitness, alleging negligence in keeping the premises clean and safe for use by members.
Burger King customer alleges negligence caused fall, injuries
ORLANDO — A customer is suing Burger King, alleging negligence caused her to fall and sustain injuries.
Lawsuit over psychiatric patient attack does not qualify as medical malpractice, appellate court rules
Jackson Memorial Hospital cannot dodge a negligence lawsuit brought by a man beaten at the hand of another patient.
Settlement between St. Mary's School of Medicine and former student not enforceable, appellate court rules
St. Mary’s School of Medicine successfully appealed the enforcement of a settlement agreement between the school and a former student, continuing a legal fight that has lasted for 14 years.
Visitor alleges Holiday Inn negligence led to fall, injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing Holiday Inn, alleging negligence and failure to warn led to the plaintiff sustaining a fall.
Disney performer alleges she was fired due to pregnancy
ORLANDO — A Disney performer is suing Walt Disney, alleging gender discrimination and wrongful termination.
Apopka homeowners allege contractors did defective work
ORLANDO — Two Apopka homeowners are suing a contractor, alleging breach of contract, negligence and vicarious liability.
Dania Beach homeowner alleges insurer failed to pay for water damage
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Dania Beach property owner is suing an insurer, alleging refusal to apply payments for a covered loss.
Condo visitor alleges negligence led to dog attack
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing a Clearwater condominium association, alleging negligence led to her being attacked by a dog.
Plantation policy holder alleges insurance company refuses to provide claims
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Plantation homeowner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Florida residents with felony convictions seek return of voting rights
TALLAHASSEE – After felons in Florida have served their time, they are prohibited from voting in elections and their only hope to have the right restored is to seek clemency from the governor, a process that some view as unfair and antiquated.
Florida adopts Delaware's standard for disclosure-only settlements in Quality Distribution merger case
LAKELAND – Following a complicated history of lawsuits, Florida has adopted Delaware's standard for reviewing disclosure-only settlements, which may prove to be helpful as it could limit merger objection litigation.
Attorney: Price gouging seen during Hurricane Irma 'very common'
TALLAHASSEE – Following Hurricane Irma, some companies are alleged to have illegally inflated prices of items that are non-negotiable when it comes to preparing for a massive storm.
Pharmaceutical company escapes punitive damages sought by stroke victim
A man who blamed the drug Tasigna for a debilitating stroke cannot seek punitive damages in his lawsuit, a federal judge ruled July 31.