News from May 2024
Cocktail Reception During the 2024 FGFOA Conference on May 20, 2024
Please join Holland & Knight and Truist for a cocktail reception during the Florida Government Finance Officers Association (FGFOA) 2024 Annual Conference.
Man Sues Nokia Employee for Defamation Over Online Posts
Kenneth Bryant sues Bryan Donald Fields for defamation over online posts causing financial loss exceeding $50K.
Woman sues The Village at Bentley Park Homeowners' Association for negligence over trip hazard
Katarzyna Cikowska sues The Village at Bentley Park HOA for negligence leading to severe injuries from a trip hazard in her parking space.
Woman sues PruittHealth for negligence leading to multiple falls
A woman has filed a lawsuit against PruittHealth alleging negligence after suffering multiple falls at their facility. The case seeks over $50,000 in damages.
Man sues Mariposa for negligence leading to mother's death
Scott Petak sues Mariposa for negligence resulting in his mother's death due to respiratory failure; seeks over $50K in damages.
Man sues Palm Beach Hospitalist Group for medical negligence
A man is suing Palm Beach Hospitalist Group for over $50k alleging medical negligence after improper antibiotic treatment led to severe complications.
Couple sues man for negligence in car accident causing severe injuries
A couple is suing a man over a car accident that caused severe injuries and loss of consortium. The plaintiffs seek damages exceeding $50,000.
Woman sues East Bay Rehabilitation Center for nursing home neglect leading to wrongful death
A woman has filed a lawsuit against East Bay Rehabilitation Center alleging nursing home neglect that led to her grandmother's wrongful death. The case seeks damages exceeding $50,000.
Woman sues Florida Spine Institute for negligence after botched Botox injection
A woman has filed a lawsuit against Florida Spine Institute alleging negligence after she suffered severe injuries from a botched Botox injection administered by an assistant instead of her regular doctor.
Man sues Johnnie Brown’s Burgers for negligence after restroom fall
A man is suing Johnnie Brown’s Burgers for over $50k after falling near their restrooms due to alleged negligence.
Woman sues Cross County Owner and Madison Properties USA for negligence in trip-and-fall accident
A woman is suing Cross County Owner and Madison Properties USA for negligence after tripping on an uneven walkway at their property. She seeks over $50K in damages for her injuries.
Panera restaurants pull Charged Lemonades from their menus in the wake of lawsuits
Panera restaurants plan to remove their Charged Lemonade beverages from menus in the wake of two wrongful-death lawsuits filed against the company by the families of customers who consumed the drinks, including a Florida man.
Insurance Information Institute brief highlights signs that Florida’s property insurance market is improving
The Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) recently published a brief suggesting an upward trend in Florida's property insurance market. This potential improvement comes after years of rampant legal system abuse and claims fraud.
Woman sues Sephora USA and Jane Doe for alleged negligence leading to over $50,000 in damages
In a lawsuit filed in Palm Beach County, Florida, Katerin Molina Gonzalez alleges that Sephora USA and an unidentified employee were negligent, leading to her sustaining damages exceeding $50,000. The plaintiff claims she was rightfully on the premises as a business invitee when the incident occurred due to unsafe conditions.
Son sues Gardens Court Medical Investors and Life Care Centers of America for alleged negligence leading to mother's injuries
In a recent lawsuit, a son alleges that two healthcare facilities failed to provide adequate care for his mother, leading to her suffering from injuries. The case highlights the importance of appropriate care in healthcare facilities.
Man and Woman Sue Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Others for Alleged Damages
A couple from Palm Beach County has filed a lawsuit against multiple medical entities, seeking damages in excess of $50,000. The case demands a jury trial and alleges that the defendants' actions have caused significant harm to the plaintiffs.
Estate Representatives Accuse Woman of Negligence Leading to Fatal Accident
In a tragic turn of events, the representatives of Dolores Bursky's estate have filed a lawsuit against Lori M. Daniele for alleged negligence that led to Dolores' untimely death. The case highlights the dangers of disregarding traffic rules and the devastating consequences it can have.
Fla. SC answers whether 'surviving spouse' can sue despite 'marriage before injury' rule
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Spouses who married personal injury plaintiffs after the onset of their injuries can recover damages for the loss of companionship, the Florida Supreme Court has ruled.
Study finds lawyers concerned about AI
CHARLESTON — A recent study that looked at different careers found that lawyers are the most cautious regarding artificial intelligence technologies.
Florida family sues South Carolina college, alleging repeated acts of hazing
The Florida family of a College of Charleston student is suing the South Carolina college, a fraternity and eight fraternity members over repeated hazing activities that allegedly led to the student being hospitalized with severe facial hives and rashes.