News from November 2023
Florida high court blocks pari-mutuel firms' bid to halt online sport betting
The Florida Supreme Court has turned down a motion by pari-mutuel companies to block the Seminole Tribe’s plan to restart its mobile sports-betting operations pending the outcome of ongoing litigation over the state’s 2021 gambling compact.
Woman says former employer retaliated, discriminated against her
TAMPA — A woman says she suffered racial discrimination while employed at Surgery Partners LLC.
Greenberg Traurig Represents KWC Management in Montage Kapalua Bay Acquisition
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. represented KWC Management, LLC in its acquisition of Montage Kapalua Bay, one of the top-ranked resorts on Maui and throughout Hawaii.
National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Fall 2023 National Meeting on November 30 - December 4, 2023
Greenberg Traurig is proud to participate in the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Fall 2023 National Meeting, taking place from November 30 to December 4, 2023.
U.S. Supreme Court rejects Florida's request to allow enforcement of drag-show law
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined the state of Florida’s application to partially block a lower court ruling that prevents Florida from enforcing a new state law barring minors from attending live drag shows.
Pensacola couple says Lasko Products fan caused fire, injuries
PENSACOLA — A Pensacola couple is suing Lasko Products for a fan that was allegedly defective and caused a house fire and injuries.
Golf companies sue over counterfeit goods
FORT LAUDERDALE — Several golf companies are suing individuals and businesses that are selling counterfeit goods.
La. man sues Fla. boat dealer for defective boat
FORT LAUDERDALE — A Louisiana man is suing Complete Marine after a boat he purchased at a boat show did not meet quality standards.
Dinsmore Opens Third Florida Office in Miami’s Southeast Financial Center
Dinsmore & Shohl continues its aggressive growth in the state of Florida, announcing the opening of an office in downtown Miami’s most iconic building, Southeast Financial Center.
OFAC's Ease on Venezuelan Sanctions – What Changed? What Is Allowed Now? What Is Still Prohibited? on November 29, 2023
Financial Services attorneys Andres Fernandez, Gabriel Caballero and Daniel Noste will participate in a seminar covering updates on Venezuelan sanctions.
Sony sues cosmetic company over copyright violations
FORT LAUDERDALE — Sony Music Entertainment says OFRA Cosmetics repeatedly infringed on its copyrighted music.
Man sues Miami for wrongful detainment by officer
MIAMI — A man is suing the city of Miami after he alleges he was wrongfully detained by an officer.
Federal lawsuit challenges Florida directive to deactivate Palestinian student groups
A University of Florida Palestinian student group has filed a lawsuit against the State University System’s chancellor seeking to block a directive to shut down UF’s chapter of National Students for Justice in Palestine.
Class action claiming Walmart improperly weighted and priced items is settled
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) – A class action brought against Walmart in a Florida federal court which alleged products sold by the retail giant are weighted and priced improperly, looks to be settled for $45 million.
11th Circuit Jnc Announces County and Circuit Court Judicial Vacancies
The Eleventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has been asked to provide Gov. Ron DeSantis with nominees for the vacancies in the Miami-Dade County Court created by the elevation of Judge Laura Gonzalez-Marques and Judge Christine Bandin and the vacancies in the Miami-Dade Circuit Court created by the resignations of Judge Jennifer Bailey and Judge Rosy Aponte.
LATAM Credit Ratings Perspectives & Insights for Brazil on November 28, 2023
Latin America Practice attorneys Peter Baumgaertner and Norberto Quintana will participate in a Brazil-Florida Business Council seminar hosted by Holland & Knight.
2023 Construction Super Conference on November 29 - December 1, 2023
Cozen O’Connor is sponsoring the 2023 Construction Super Conference at The Diplomat in Hollywood, Florida.
Jason Domark Appointed Co-Chair of the ABA Commercial and Business Litigation Committee International Litigation Subcommittee
Jason Domark, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been appointed co-chair of the International Litigation Subcommittee for the American Bar Association Commercial and Business Litigation Committee.
Students Argue Before Justices in Moot Court Final Four Competition
On Wednesday, November 8, four second-year law students competed in the 2023 Moot Court Final Four Competition at the Florida Supreme Court.
Ag Moody Announces Arrest Service Provider Disabled Patients Medicaid Fraud
Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is announcing the arrest of the owner of a home and community-based services company for Medicaid provider fraud.