News from 2018
MARKS GRAY PA: Attorneys Jeptha F. Barbour and Crystal T. Broughan named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers®
Marks Gray is pleased to announce that Jeptha F. Barbourand Crystal T. Broughan have been named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers® 2019.
ROSENTHAL LAW GROUP: Alex Rosenthal wins 2018 M&A Award for excellence in Business Litigation Law in Florida
Attorney Rosenthal Receives M&A Excellence Award 2 Years in a Row Attorney Alex Rosenthal continues to garner recognition and achievement awards for his superb handling of business law cases.
Philadelphia's appeal to plaintiffs crosses borders; 41 Dominicans file pesticide lawsuit there
PHILADELPHIA – Americans from all over the country have traditionally flocked to Philadelphia courts, to the point their plaintiff-friendly reputation has resulted in a “Judicial Hellhole" designation, and now plaintiffs are coming from other countries to seek their day in court.
Pulse Evolution accused of stock fraud in lawsuit
A Jacksonville man asked a federal court to call a grand jury to investigate stock fraud.
Coral Gables attorney faces suspension for missing court deadline in client's case
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Coral Gables attorney James Casimir Casey faces suspension following an Aug. 23 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations he missed a deadline for replying to a motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by his client, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Orlando attorney faces suspension for allegedly failing to pay taxes, client representation matters
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Orlando attorney Francis Wesley Blankner Jr. faces suspension following an Aug. 16 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations in two post-conviction matters regarding client representation and for failing to pay income taxes, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Orlando attorney reprimanded over referral arrangement with investigations firm
TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) – Orlando attorney John Andrew Braithwaite was publicly reprimanded following an Aug. 23 Florida Supreme Court order over allegations stemming from his arrangement with a private investigating firm that charged too much in fees, according to a recent announcement by The Florida Bar.
Note holder alleges transportation business owes $400,000
ORLANDO — An Orange County note holder is suing a transportation business, alleging breach of a $400,000 promissory note.
Vehicle crash victim alleges she is due insurance benefits
CLEARWATER — A Hillsborough County woman is suing State Farm, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
New York City couple say they were induced into entering contract
ORLANDO — A New York couple is suing a Florida timeshare corporation, alleging breach of contract and fraud.
Orlando homeowner says insurance company denied coverage for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — An Orlando homeowner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused Kenneth City crash
CLEARWATER — A motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Orlando property owners allege insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a liability insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Colorado couple accuses Florida boat company of fraud
CLEARWATER — A Colorado husband and wife are suing a Florida boat company, alleging fraud.
Orlando motorist alleges another driver caused crash
ORLANDO — An Orlando motorist is suing a Naples driver, alleging negligent driving caused a crash that led to injuries.
Orlando couple alleges Liberty Mutual failed to cover hurricane damage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing Liberty Mutual, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Orlando homeowners allege they were deprived of insurance coverage
ORLANDO — Two Orlando homeowners are suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Customer alleges she was struck by defective door at Kate Speed
ORLANDO — A customer is suing a Lake Buena Vista fashion company, alleging negligence caused her to be hit by a malfunctioning door.
Disney has case to answer over its disability access program, appeals court rules
Thirty autistic children, and their parents, will be allowed to argue they were discriminated against by Disney over claims its entertainment parks failed to adequately accommodate people with individual issues and disabilities, an appeals court has ruled.
Guest alleges Clearwater homeowner's negligence caused injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing a Clearwater homeowner, alleging his negligence caused her to fall and sustain injuries.