News from August 2024
Customer Sues Family Dollar Stores Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Latonya Crockett has filed a lawsuit against Family Dollar Stores of Florida LLC for negligence after slipping on an accumulated liquid at one of their stores. She seeks damages exceeding $50,001 for her physical and emotional suffering along with lost earnings.
Pinellas Resident Sues Popular Restaurant Chain Over Negligence After Fall
Christopher W. Robinson has filed a lawsuit against Miller’s Ale House alleging negligence after he tripped over an uneven mat at their Seminole location causing severe injuries. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 along with other reliefs as deemed appropriate by the court.
Shopper Sues Retail Giant Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Anthony Chirico has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East LP following an incident where he slipped on a foreign substance while shopping at their Tarpon Springs location last October. Represented by Farah & Farah P.A., Chirico seeks damages exceeding $50,001 for injuries sustained due to alleged negligence by Wal-Mart.
Estate Sues Nursing Home Operator Over Alleged Negligence Leading To Resident's Death
The Estate of Jean C. Milkovich has filed a lawsuit against Lifespace Communities Inc., among others, alleging severe negligence at Abbey Delray nursing home led to her death earlier this year. The suit details numerous breaches of duty and seeks damages for both non-lethal negligence and wrongful death.
Dinsmore’s Miami Appellate Team Successfully Defends Favorable Judgment in the Florida Supreme Court
Dinsmore Miami appellate partner Katie Ender and appellate associate Janice Lopez successfully defended a judgment in favor of their client on appeal in Florida’s Second District Court of Appeal and, again, in the Florida Supreme Court.
Nearly 800 Holland & Knight Attorneys Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America for 2025
Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that 795 of the firm's attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America guide for 2025. Among those attorneys, 29 were named as "Lawyers of the Year."
Moody, other AGs want answers about Temu business practices, Communist ties
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with 20 other attorneys general, is demanding answers from online retailer Temu.
Northbrook Resident Sues Hotel Chain Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injury
Thomas Scott Kempner has filed a lawsuit against Park Hotels & Resort after slipping on water at their West Palm Beach location. The suit seeks over $50,000 in damages for injuries sustained due to alleged negligence by the hotel chain.
Plaintiff accuses Defendants of Theft and Defamation Over Missing Heirlooms
Christina Oxenberg has filed a lawsuit against multiple defendants alleging theft and mishandling of valuable personal property while she was incapacitated abroad. The case involves accusations ranging from breach of bailment to defamation related to historically significant items.
Customer Sues Convenience Store Chain Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Raimundo Estenoz has filed a lawsuit against 7-Eleven Inc., alleging negligence after slipping on hazardous substances at one of their locations in Boynton Beach. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained during the incident.
Local Resident Sues Condo Association Over Negligence Leading to Slip-and-Fall Injury
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against Old Port Cove Towers Condominium Association alleging negligence after slipping on their property due to hazardous conditions. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained during the incident.
Couple Sues Dog Owner for Negligence After Severe Attack
A Florida couple is suing Cris Anderson for over $50,000 after Jonathan Viera was severely injured by Anderson's dogs while visiting his residence in February 2023. The lawsuit highlights negligence claims and seeks compensation for medical expenses and other damages.
Plaintiff sues automotive companies over defective vehicle causing severe injuries
Cathy Burch has filed a lawsuit against Subaru of America and Bert Smith Subaru after an accident caused by a defective tire resulted in severe injuries. The case highlights allegations of negligence and seeks damages exceeding $50,000.
Florida Woman Sues Property Owner and Contractor Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Latonya Brown has filed a lawsuit against Coram Deo Capital Company USA LLC and All County Paving Inc., alleging negligence that caused her severe injuries at Villas at Gateway property in Pinellas Park last year. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50k for medical expenses and other losses.
Local Resident Sues Major Corporation Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
James Michael Brammer has filed a lawsuit against Samson Merger Sub LLC and its store manager Jane Doe for alleged negligence leading to severe personal injuries at a Winn Dixie store in Largo. The case highlights multiple failures in maintaining safe premises.
New Jersey Woman Sues Florida Vacation Rental Company Over Poolside Accident
Marilyn Bruce has filed a lawsuit against Hallway Beach Inc., alleging negligence after she sustained serious injuries from slipping near a pool at their vacation rental property in Indian Rocks Beach. The case highlights concerns over property maintenance standards at popular tourist destinations.
Massachusetts Resident Sues Florida Condo Association Over Negligence
Mary Ann Ulevich has filed a lawsuit against Camelot Condominium Owners’ Association after suffering severe injuries from a fall on their property due to alleged negligence in maintaining safe conditions in their parking lot.
Patient Alleges Local Dental Practice Negligence Resulted in Severe Injuries
A new lawsuit filed on August 6th accuses a Palm Beach County dentist and her practice of severe negligence resulting in significant injuries to a patient over an extended period of care from December 2021 through July 2023.
Patient Sues Healthcare Providers Over Alleged Misdiagnosis Leading to Advanced Lung Cancer
In a high-stakes medical negligence lawsuit filed on August 6th in Pinellas County Circuit Court, Angali Kartsaklis accuses several healthcare providers including Dr.Vincent Rowley and BayCare Health Systems of failing to diagnose his lung cancer timely which allegedly led it to progress from Stage 1A to Stage 3A NSCLC.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Major Retailer Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
Anita Bradley has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East after sustaining injuries from slipping on water inside one of their stores. She seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for alleged negligence in maintaining safe premises.