News from August 2024
Gun rights groups file legal challenge to Florida's open carry ban
Two Second Amendment groups and a Palm Beach County gun owner have filed a federal lawsuit challenging a Florida law that bans people from openly carrying firearms.
Plaintiff accuses neighbors of defamation over elder care dispute
A new lawsuit filed in Palm Beach County Circuit Court accuses two individuals of defaming their neighbor by making false statements about her while she was assisting an elderly resident at a care facility. The plaintiff seeks damages for emotional distress and reputational harm.
Clearwater Resident Sues Local Magazine Over Defamatory Article
A Clearwater man has filed a defamation lawsuit against South Shore Magazine Group LLC over an article that allegedly damaged his reputation. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $100,000 per count along with other reliefs including an injunction for removing the defamatory content from public platforms.
Assisted Living Facility Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Neglect Leading to Severe Injuries
Norman Moser has filed a lawsuit against Embassy Indian Oaks LLC and Embassy Healthcare Inc., alleging severe neglect at their assisted living facility in Pinellas County. The suit claims violations of state laws resulting in multiple preventable injuries to Moser during his residency.
Resident Sues Local Condo Association Over Negligence Leading to Injury
Mark Shanen has filed a lawsuit against South Lake II Condominium Association Inc., claiming negligence after stepping on a nail at their property led to severe injuries. Filed on August 1st in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court by attorney Gregory Thomson from The Injury Firm, Shanen seeks damages exceeding $50k.
Plaintiff Alleges Nursing Home Neglect Led To Resident's Death
Darline Dinnall has filed a lawsuit against Sovereign Healthcare of Boynton Beach LLC and Southern Healthcare Management LLC alleging severe neglect led to her mother's wrongful death. The suit details numerous failures in care at the nursing home where Clotilde Clerisier resided until her passing on February 6th.
Fla. trial lawyers want GOP lawmaker to FAFO, spending millions on a Trump-approved primary opponent as payback for reforms
A Florida state Senate election is "Ground Zero" for a revenge plot by Florida trial lawyers furious at a GOP lawmaker who cost them money by pushing reform measures - and their campaign of spending millions of dollars on one of 40 Senate seats got a boost from the country's most popular Republican, Donald Trump.
Three Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2024 Who’s Who Legal: Labour, Employment & Benefits Guide
Three attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been recognized in the 2024 guide of Who’s Who Legal: Labour, Employment & Benefits guide.
Dog Attack Victim Files Lawsuit Against Apartment Complex Owners and Tenants
Nicholas Scolavino has filed a lawsuit seeking over $50k in damages after being attacked by a neighbor's Pit Bull at an apartment complex in Boynton Beach. The suit names WSRE CP PAC Investors LLC (d/b/a Pacifica) and four tenants as defendants for negligence and strict liability.
Business Invitee Sues Property Owner Over Negligence Leading to Injury
Gerard Donaghy has filed a lawsuit against Cross County Owner LLC for negligence after tripping over rebar at their West Palm Beach property. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained during the incident.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Property Management Company Over Dangerous Walkway
Barbara Gelb has filed a lawsuit against Campbell Property Management And Real Estate Inc., Regency At Avenir Neighborhood Association Inc., and Toll Bros Inc., claiming negligence after tripping over an unmarked hazard on their property. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50000 for severe injuries sustained during the incident.
Patients Allege Negligence Against Local Healthcare Providers Over Unapproved Treatments
Barbara Morello alleges severe medical negligence against healthcare providers following unapproved treatments leading to permanent injuries while seeking damages exceeding $50k for associated costs alongside her husband Jose Santiago’s claim for loss of consortium.
Local Resident Sues Laundromat Owner Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injury
Sanquetta Cowan-Williams has filed a lawsuit against Rifna Property after slipping and falling at their laundromat establishment in Pahokee on September 20th last year. The plaintiff alleges negligence on part of Rifna Property leading to significant personal injuries and seeks damages exceeding $50,000.
Plaintiff attorney: Injunction overturns 'warped' provision of 'Stop WOKE Act'
A federal judge has issued a permanent injunction against a key provision of Florida’s “Stop WOKE Act” that restricts private employers from holding mandatory employee training sessions that promote certain beliefs dealing with race, color, sex or national origin.
Nextgen Bar Exam Pre-test Set for October in Miami — July Examinees Invited to Participate and Earn $1,500
Participants are required to make a good-faith effort on the exam but are not expected to study for it.
AG warns Floridians about disaster-related scams following Debby
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning state residents to be cautious of price gouging, disaster scams and fraud in the aftermath of Hurricane Debby.
Man Sues Plumbing Company and Property Owner Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Donald Owen has filed a lawsuit against All City Septic Inc. and Dev Niketan LLC for negligence after tripping over a hazard left on their property resulting in severe injuries. The case seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for various losses including medical expenses and lost earnings.
Warehouse Visitor Sues Sysco Over Forklift Accident
Alexander Zaballa has filed a lawsuit against Sysco entities after sustaining severe injuries from a forklift accident at their warehouse. The case seeks over $50,000 in damages for negligence-related claims.
Local Resident Sues Castaway’s Sports Bar & Grill Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Shavonne Dean has filed a lawsuit against Castaway’s Sports Bar & Grill II following an incident where she slipped on an unidentified substance at their Riviera Beach location. The suit alleges negligence on part of the establishment for failing to maintain safe premises and seeks damages for various injuries sustained.
Patient Sues JFK Medical Center Over Negligence Leading to Injury
Barrie Dubin has filed a lawsuit against JFK Medical Center alleging negligence after tripping over an uneven surface on their premises. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained during the incident.