News from 2018
Public records case against Town of Gulf Stream sent back to lower court
The District Court of Appeal for the State of Florida in the Fourth District remanded a lower court’s dismissal of a public records case against the Town of Gulf Stream on Oct. 24.
Chanel calls out dozens of companies for using its trademark to make money, wants $2 million from each
Fashion house Chanel took dozens of companies that allegedly used counterfeit Chanel products and trademarks for profit to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida on Oct. 18.
Miami-Dade County accuses local company of infringing on historic VIZCAYA trademark
Miami-Dade County sued a company for allegedly infringing on its trademark in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida on Oct. 19.
Attorney says alleged talk of 'rape and pillage' by football coach contributed to sexual assault against minor at Windermere Prep
A lawsuit is being filed against Windermere Preparatory School in Orlando after a father alleged that his son was inappropriately touched and assaulted by members of the school's football team.
Shingle manufacturer wins appeal for arbitration
A shingle producer has been granted an appeal against homeowners who claim that the company should pay for repairs after allegedly defective shingles were installed on their homes.
Court grants fashion company Troy Burch partial summary judgment in trademark infringement case
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida on Nov. 2 granted a partial summary judgement to a fashion company suing a woman for allegedly using its logo to sell similar products on eBay.
Royal Caribbean's motion for summary judgment denied in passenger death
Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. isn’t entitled to its motion for summary judgment in a wrongful death case, the United States District Court in the Southern District of Florida ruled on October 17.
Police shooting victim continues to seek millions
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- A West Palm Beach man is seeking millions of dollars after he was shot in 2013 by a deputy who mistook a cellphone for a gun, causing the man to be paralyzed.
League of Women Voters, Common Cause target governor's Supreme Court process
TALLAHASSEE -- The League of Women Voters of Florida and Common Cause have filed a lawsuit against Gov. Rick Scott (R) over the selection of Florida Supreme Court justices.
Pedestrian alleges transportation department's negligence caused her to fall into drain
CLEARWATER — A pedestrian is suing the state transportation department, alleging negligence caused the plaintiff to fall into a drain.
Pinellas County company seeks records from DNA information business
CLEARWATER — A PInellas County company is suing a DNA information business, alleging failure to deliver requested records.
St. Petersburg homeowner alleges insurance company failed to pay for hurricane damage
CLEARWATER — A St. Petersburg homeowner is suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance contract.
Customer alleges strip club operator's negligence led to shooting injuries
CLEARWATER — A Hillsborough County woman is suing a St. Petersburg strip club, alleging negligence led to her being shot.
Orlando property owner alleges insurer failed to cover vandalism
ORLANDO — An Orlando property owner is suing an insurance company, alleging breach of contract.
Court grants default judgment against Florida market accused of selling fake Roor water pipes
MIAMI – The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida recently granted a default judgement against a Florida market that failed to respond to a lawsuit accusing it of selling counterfeit Roor branded water pipes.
Florida suit claiming Tesla's autopilot function is flawed raises several questions, attorney says
A lawsuit recently filed by a Florida man against Tesla claiming that the autopilot feature on a Model S malfunctioned and caused him to have an accident raises questions about where the fault truly lies.
Daniel Gerber, Orlando attorney, calls Florida lawsuit climate costly
According to a recent report published by the Perryman Group, Florida's lawsuit climate is incredibly poor, and it is costing the state billions in funding and thousands in jobs on a yearly basis — problems that likely require reform soon if they are to be solved in the future.
Allstate accused of not providing uninsured/undefinsured motorist coverage
CLEARWATER — A Pinellas County woman is suing Allstate, alleging failure to provide uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
CLEARWATER — A motorist is suing another driver and a vehicle owner, alleging their negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Daughter blames nursing home operators for father's injuries
CLEARWATER — A daughter is suing Palm Harbor nursing home operators, alleging negligence caused injuries to her father.