News from October 2023
U.S. Attorney’s Office For The Middle District Of Florida Celebrates Funding Announced During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg joins survivors, victim service providers, advocates, and communities nationwide in recognizing October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).
Attorney General Moody Urges Floridians Participate 25th National Drug Take Back Day
Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging Floridians to participate in the 25th National Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Voltstar Technologies files lawsuit against Motorola Mobility for patent infringement
FORT LAUDERDALE – Voltstar Technologies has filed a lawsuit against Motorola Mobility claiming patent infringement over several device charger products.
Disabled man files lawsuit against Florida Circle K Stores for ADA violations
FORT MYERS – A disabled man has filed a lawsuit against Florida Circle K stores, seeking an injunction requiring the business owners to modify the propertie to comply with ADA standards.
Holland & Knight Earns Top Rankings in The Legal 500 Latin America Guide
Holland & Knight is recommended as one of the top international law firms in Latin America, including Colombia and Mexico, in The Legal 500 Latin America 2024 edition.
Emotional distress lawsuit: Florida lottery led man to think he won $15 million
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) — A Florida man who thought he won $15 million is suing the state lottery after finding out he hadn't.
Woman sues Norwegian Cruise Lines for severe burns caused by defective coffee carafe
MIAMI – A cruise ship passenger is suing Norwegian Cruise Lines, claiming that she was severely burned when a defective coffee carafe caused hot, scalding coffee to spill on her hand.
Passenger sues Celebrity Cruises claiming she was injured by a defective shower door
MIAMI – A cruise ship passenger has filed a negligence lawsuit against Celebrity Cruises, claiming that she was injured in her cabin's shower when a defective door suddenly slammed on her leg.
Florida police union appeals administrative judge's decision upholding state's new union restrictions
The Florida Police Benevolent Association is appealing an administrative law judge’s decision to uphold the way a state agency is enforcing a new state law that places new restrictions on public-employee unions.
Locke Lord Public Finance Lawyer Richard Miller Elected Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel
Locke Lord’s Richard Miller, a member of the Firm’s Public Finance Practice Group, has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel (ACBC). Miller is a member of the Florida, Illinois, New York and Texas bars.
Carol Thorstad-Forsyth Appointed Vice Chair of AIPLA Membership Committee
Fox Rothschild LLP congratulates Carol E. Thorstad-Forsyth, who was appointed by the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) board to a two-year term as Vice Chair of the Membership Committee.
Florida attorney general sues vaping firm, alleging products were marketed to children
Florida’s attorney general is suing Juul Labs in state court, alleging that the electronic cigarette company has been illegally targeting children in its marketing campaigns to the point that Florida is now in the midst of an “underaged vaping epidemic.”
Stetson Law Wins 4th National HEED Award for Diversity and Inclusion in a Row
For the fourth consecutive year, Stetson University College of Law has won INSIGHT Into Diversity‘s Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, a national honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Justice Department Reaches Significant Milestone in Combating Redlining Initiative After Securing Over $107 Million in Relief for Communities of Color Nationwide
The Justice Department announced that its Combating Redlining Initiative has secured over $107 million in relief for communities of color nationwide that have experienced lending discrimination by banks or other mortgage lending businesses.
Florida attorney general sues Biden administration over potential loss of transit funds
Florida is suing multiple Biden administration officials, alleging they are threatening to withhold hundreds of millions in federal transportation dollars unless the state waives provisions of a new Florida law restricting collective bargaining rights.
Class action accuses solar energy company of breach of contract after system failed to work
FT. MYERS - A Florida resident has filed a class action lawsuit against a solar energy company, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment after the company failed to install a working solar energy system and honor the warranty terms.
AGs accuse Meta of harming youth mental health through social media platforms
CHARLESTON — A bipartisan group of 33 state attorneys general have sued Meta alleging the company knowingly designed and deployed harmful features on Instagram and its other social media platforms that purposefully addict children and teens.
Attorney General Moodys Week Review Oct 20 2023
We celebrated 25 years of our office’s partnership with the Florida Association of Crime Stoppers to help fight crime.
Athlete-Driven Enterprises: Building Empires Outside the Arena on October 26, 2023
Gathering real-life case studies of iconic athletes who have successfully transitioned into business moguls, our discussion highlights their unique journeys and insights, revealing the ways they've harnessed their brand power and determination to establish thriving enterprises.
Student sues Embry-Riddle for alleged negligence in sexual assault case
ORLANDO – A student has filed a negligence lawsuit against Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University alleging the university failed to prevent her rape by one of its flight instructors despite being aware of his prior criminal record which included charges for kidnapping and sexual assault.