News from 2018
FISHER RUSHMER: 6 Fisher Rushmer, P.A. Attorneys Included in the 25th Edition of The Best Lawyers In America©
At Fisher Rushmer, P.A., we are proud to announce that 6 of our attorneys were once again included in TheBest Lawyers in America© 2019 edition.
WHITTEL & MELTON LLC: Diner Suing Orlando Restaurant Over Slip and Fall
A diner is suing Tijuana Flats Inc., claiming she injured herself at the restaurant after tripping and falling on mats that were overlapping and caused a dangerous condition.
Orange County motorist alleges another driver caused crash
ORLANDO — An Orange County motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence caused a crash.
Orlando property owners allege insurer failed to cover weather damages
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Wheelchair user alleges Dollar Tree's negligence caused soda cases to fall on him
ORLANDO — An Orange County wheelchair user is suing Dollar Tree, alleging failure to warn and negligence.
Customer blames St. Petersburg fitness club for injuries
CLEARWATER — A fitness club customer is suing a St. Petersburg training facility, alleging failure to warn and negligence.
Visitor alleges St. Petersburg apartment complex owner's negligence caused stairway fall
CLEARWATER — A visitor is suing a St. Petersburg apartment complex owner, alleging negligence led to a stairway fall.
Cleaning woman alleges Tierre Verde homeowner's negligence caused fall
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County cleaning woman is suing a Tierre Verde homeowner, alleging breach of duty and negligence.
Customer alleges Bay Point Plaza's negligence led to injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing a St. Petersburg retail store operator, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Federal court rejects doctor's request to disqualify opposing law firm
A federal judge rejected a doctor's request to disqualify opposing counsel in a case over alleged retaliation by the Florida Department of Health.
Federal court sets aside judgment against yacht owner
The owner of a yacht will not immediately face a $230,000 judgment over a crew member's lawsuit, a federal judge ruled.
Republican group calls Shaw's remarks on role of AG 'reckless and irresponsible'
TALLAHASSEE - Remarks made by the newly elected Democrat nominee for attorney general on the role the state's chief law enforcer can play were "reckless and irresponsible," according to the Republican Attorneys General Association.
Orlando homeowners allege insurer failed to cover hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando homeowners are suing an insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County driver is suing another motorist, alleging negligent driving caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Orlando couple alleges insurance company shortchanged them
ORLANDO — An Orlando couple is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Patient accuses Orange County medical practitioners of negligence
ORLANDO — A patient is suing Orange County health care practitioners, alleging negligence and vicarious liability.
Orlando landlord alleges tenants altered leased premises without permit
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property landlords are suing tenants, alleging breach of contract.
Orlando homeowners allege insurance company failed to provide hurricane coverage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando homeowners are suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Customer's shooting death blamed on Kwik Stop negligence
ORLANDO — An Orange County man is suing business owners or an Orlando Kwik Stop, alleging failure to protect patrons.
Florida not the correct jurisdiction for Union Carbide asbestos lawsuit, appeals court rules
The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision to dismiss a Florida woman's asbestos lawsuit against Union Carbide Corporation.