News from 2018
Philip Morris loses appeal in wrongful death lawsuit
A widow will receive a new trial in her wrongful death lawsuit against Philip Morris.
Broward County resort suit alleges visitor was disruptive, posted defamatory reviews
FORT LAUDERDALE – Soho Ocean Resorts, which operates the Hyde Resort and Residences in Hollywood, recently filed a complaint against a Chilean resident after she allegedly abused employees and defamed the resort by writing bad internet reviews.
Suit claims more than 60 Florida businesses, individuals are selling fake Gucci goods
FORT LAUDERDALE – Gucci America recently filed a federal suit alleging several individuals and businesses are selling counterfeit Gucci products on the web.
Palm Beach Gardens company files negligence suit after three of its boats are damaged in Bahamas accident
WEST PALM BEACH – A Palm Beach Gardens company recently filed a federal lawsuit claiming three of its boats were damaged during the attempted docking of another vessel in the Bahamas.
Employee accuses paramedics group of invading his privacy
CLEARWATER — An employee has filed a class action lawsuit against a paramedics group, alleging violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and invasion of privacy.
Orlando property owners allege insurer breached contract
ORLANDO — Two Orlando property owners are suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Trash collector alleges property owners association's negligence led to injuries
ORLANDO — A Seminole County man is suing a Venice property owners association, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
St. Petersburg couple alleges insurance company refused to provide coverage for hurricane damage
CLEARWATER — A St. Petersburg couple is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Massachusetts couple alleges Disney World's negligence led to wife's injuries
ORLANDO — A Massachusetts couple is suing a Walt Disney resort, alleging negligence led to the wife falling and suffering injuries.
Produce supplier sues Miami-based Genaro Produce over unpaid bills
MIAMI – Buy Right Produce LLC recently filed a federal lawsuit under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) alleging Miami-based Genero Produce has not paid for produce it received from Buy Right.
American Southern Insurance sues Powercom for failure to pay subcontractors on Miramar project
FORT LAUDERDALE – American Southern Insurance Co. recently filed a federal breach of contract lawsuit against a subcontractor after it failed to pay trade companies hired for various projects.
Judge denies defendants' request for summary judgment in insurance policy fraud case
MIAMI – A judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida recently denied a motion for summary judgment requested by two defendants in a lawsuit involving the fraudulent sale of a portfolio of life insurance policies.
Pinellas County motorist alleges another driver caused Park Boulevard crash
CLEARWATER — A Pinealls County woman is suing a motorist, negligence driving caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Pinellas County business alleges plumbing supplier owes $118,000
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County business is suing a plumbing company, alleging breach of contract in failing to pay more than $118,000.
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.
Motor vehicle passenger alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
ORLANDO — A motor vehicle passenger is suing the driver of another car, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Employees accuse seafood restaurant of unlawful tip pool
ORLANDO — Three tipped employees have filed a class action lawsuit against Orange County seafood restaurant operators, alleging unjust enrichment.
Wawa customer alleges slippery floor led to injuries
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing Wawa, alleging negligence led to her falling on a slippery floor.
St. Petsrsburg property owner alleges insurance coverage failed to cover damages
CLEARWATER — A personal representative is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Restaurant supervisor alleges termination due to his disability
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County man is suing a restaurant, alleging disability discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.