News from 2018
Alternative medicine provider accuses former office manager of fraud
ORLANDO — An Orlando alternative medicine provider is suing a former office manager, alleging breach of fiduciary duty.
Cement business alleges pool contractor owes $5,200
CLEARWATER — A cement manufacturing company is suing a Largo swimming pool contractor, alleging breach of contract in failing to pay more than $5,200.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
ORLANDO — A motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence driving injured the plaintiff.
Save-A-Lot customer alleges negligence caused his injuries
ORLANDO — An Orange County customer is suing a grocery store owner, alleging negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Orlando property owner alleges State Farm failed to cover water damages
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing State Farm, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Couple alleges hotel nightclub's negligence led to wife's dance floor injuries
ORLANDO — A couple is suing an Orlando hotel nightclub operator, alleging negligence led to dance floor injuries to the wife.
Customer alleges Wal-Mart's negligence caused her injuries
ORLANDO — A customer is suing Wal-Mart, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Disney receives split decision in discrimination case
JACKSONVILLE -- The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit on Aug. 17 affirmed in part, reversed in part, and vacated in part a summary judgment in favor of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts after nearly 50 families who have children with autism accused the park of violating Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Latin American electronics company wants arbitration agreement tossed out
FORT LAUDERDALE -- A Florida company hopes the U.S. States District Court for the Southern District of Florida will find an agreement to arbitrate void after the company was accused of abruptly ending a contract settlement.
Arbitrator can decide if arbitration is allowed in Spirit Airlines class action, appeals court rules
MIAMI – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit recently affirmed a Florida district court decision that said an arbitrator is the correct party to determine if an agreement Spirit Airlines Inc. had with its $9 Fare Club members allowed class members to file a claim via arbitration.
SEC suit claims Kentucky man illegally solicited investors in oil, gas ventures
The Securities and Exchange Commission recently filed a lawsuit claiming a Kentucky man carried out illegal broker activities and earned more than $600,000 in commissions in the sale of unregistered securities in oil and gas projects.
Orlando shopping center landlord alleges nutrition store failed to pay rent
ORLANDO — An Orlando business property owner is suing a nutrition business, alleging breach of a commercial lease agreement.
Orlando resident alleges insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando woman is suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Visitor alleges Maitland property owner's negligence caused injuries lifting pergola
ORLANDO — A Maitland man is suing a neighbor, alleging negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Recycling company sues insurance company over fire damage claim
BHS Scrap and Recycle recently filed a lawsuit against Scottsdale Insurance Company in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida in a dispute over an insurance settlement regarding a fire at a BHS facility in Hollywood.
Florida man seeking $17 million in suit against Saudi royal family
MIAMI – A Florida man recently filed a suit in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida seeking more that $17 million from Saudi Arabia and members of the royal family.
Orlando property owners allege insurance company failed to cover roof leak
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Visitor alleges Orlando property owner's negligence led to 10-foot fall
ORLANDO — A Miami-Dade County man is suing an Orlando property owner, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff falling through a bathroom roof.
Customer alleges Gulfport bar/grill failed to protect him from criminal activity
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County customer is suing a Gulfport bar/grill, alleging negligent supervision led to an attack on the plaintiff.
Assisted living facility cited in resident's death
CLEARWATER — A family member is suing a Pinellas County assisted living facility, alleging breach of duty, negligence and wrongful discharge.