News from May 2024
Judge blocks provision of law that criminalizes transportation of migrants in Florida
A federal court judge has blocked Florida officials from enforcing a section of a law passed last year that subjects anyone who transports people known to have unlawfully entered the United States to felony charges.
Lawyer hoarding settlement fees for himself, lawsuit says
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida lawyer won't pay his clients' outstanding medical bills and conceals their settlements, a health care provider is alleging.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Lake Worth Drainage District following vehicular accident
Richard Lee Esdale has filed a negligence lawsuit against Lake Worth Drainage District following a vehicular collision involving one of its employees. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for severe injuries and financial losses incurred due to the accident.
Judge, Publix turn away class action lawyers
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Class action lawyers who frequently team to pursue novel theories of consumer deception at the grocery store have seen their complaint against Publix tossed.
Sastre Inducted to American College of Trial Lawyers
The American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) has admitted Shook, Hardy & Bacon Partner Hildy Sastre as a fellow.
Dog owner sued after dog bites woman
Adreana Barbara Kasulke has filed a lawsuit against Felipe Leon Duprey and Marisol Fernandez alleging negligence after she was attacked by their dog while making a food delivery. The incident resulted in serious injuries for which she seeks damages exceeding $50,000.
Consumers Defense executive director thanks ‘Florida policymakers who made comprehensive tort reform a reality’
Sal Nuzzo, executive director of the nonprofit Consumers Defense, expressed his appreciation for Gov. Ron DeSantis and other Florida officials who implemented tort reform measures last year. Nuzzo shared his May 21 statement in response to news that eight companies are reducing their property insurance rates in Florida this year.
Plaintiff sues Guanabanas Restaurant over negligence leading to injuries
Victoria Carney has filed a negligence lawsuit against Guanabanas Restaurant Inc., among others, after sustaining significant injuries due to a collapsed fabric tarp at their valet station. She seeks compensatory damages exceeding $50,000.
Cyclist Chris Keating sues Florida DOT and FPL over negligence leading to injuries
Chris Keating has filed a lawsuit against FDOT and FPL for negligence after colliding with an unmarked steel cable while cycling on a Delray Beach sidewalk. He seeks damages exceeding $50k from each defendant for his injuries.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center over resident’s death
Sandra Matalon has filed a lawsuit against Boca Heartland Opco alleging negligence leading to her mother’s death at Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center. The suit seeks over $50,000 in damages for alleged failures in care resulting in falls and severe infections.
Mother sues Baptist Health South Florida over alleged negligence leading to child's birth injury
Tiyanika Wilson has filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against Baptist Health South Florida Inc., Bethesda Hospital East, and Dr. Martin Castaneda alleging negligence during childbirth led to her daughter's permanent injury. The suit seeks compensatory damages exceeding $50,000 for ongoing medical expenses among other reliefs sought from Palm Beach County Circuit Court.
Obtaining evidence for use in international tribunals, a book by Reed Smith partner Ed Mullins: Updated edition available
Three years after publishing an influential book explaining the significance of transnational discovery, Reed Smith partner Ed Mullins and co-author Lawrence W. Newman (presently with Baker & McKenzie) have updated the edition to describe how several groundbreaking new rulings have changed the landscape.
Stetson Law Celebrates Spring 2024 Commencement
During a sunny morning ceremony in the Plaza Mayor Courtyard, nearly 300 Stetson Law students officially became Stetson Law alumni.
Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized at The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County’s 75th Anniversary Gala
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. and its attorneys were recognized with the “And Justice for All Award” at the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County's 75th Anniversary Gala held May 11 at the Kravis Center.
Honors & Awards Ceremony Celebrates Exceptional Grads
On the eve of the Spring 2024 Commencement, members of the Stetson Law community gathered in the Great Hall to recognize the graduates who went above and beyond during their time in law school.
Big Lots wants class action lawyer to pay fees for 'frivolous' case
OCALA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawyer deemed a "wrecking ball" by a federal judge faces punishment for bringing the same lawsuit against Big Lots in two separate courts.
Matthew F. Hall Installed as Law Alumni Council President for University of Florida Levin College of Law
Bradley is pleased to announce that partner Matthew F. Hall has been elected as the 2024-2025 president of the Law Alumni Council (LAC) for the University of Florida Levin College of Law, taking the position at a passing of the gavel ceremony on May 16.
Man sues Goodwill Industries-Suncoast for negligence causing injury
A man has filed a lawsuit against Goodwill Industries-Suncoast alleging negligence after sustaining injuries from tripping over boxes at their St. Petersburg location.
Man sues ARHC ALTSPFLO1 TRS LLC and KR Management L.L.C for Negligence Leading to Mother's Death
Man files a lawsuit against ARHC ALTSPFLO1 TRS LLC and KR Management L.L.C., alleging negligence led to his mother's death at an assisted living facility.
Florida Launches Statewide Human Trafficking Hotline After Radical Ceo Demands
Florida officially has a statewide human trafficking reporting number. Following information and a subsequent letter to Congress regarding the National Human Trafficking Hotline operated by Polaris, failing to disseminate timely suspected human trafficking tips to local law enforcement, Attorney General Ashley Moody and Florida’s Statewide Council on Human Trafficking, working with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, created a Florida-specific tipline.