News from November 2024
Moody leads push to stop feds' effort to prosecute Trump
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is co-leading a multi-state effort with Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit to affirm the dismissal of U.S. Department of Justice Special Counsel Jack Smith’s indictment of former President Donald Trump.
Two Partners Named to 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Dealmakers in America List
Two Nelson Mullins lawyers have been selected for inclusion in the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Dealmakers in America guide.
Bondsman Arrested on Human Trafficking and Racketeering Charges for Targeting Women in Jail
Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution is charging a bail bondsman with human trafficking and racketeering. According to an investigation by the Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation, Russell Bruce Moncrief used his position as a bondsman in Central Florida to target female inmates in Orange County jail and others on prostitution and/or drug charges and would offer the victims bond in exchange for sex.
Greenberg Traurig’s Alfredo J. Gonzalez Now Chair-Elect of Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce
Alfredo J. Gonzalez, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A.’s Miami Land Use Practice, is now chair-elect of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. Gonzalez was sworn in to his new position during the chamber’s annual meeting Oct. 21 at the W South Beach.
Florida Patient Alleges Abuse by Healthcare Staff at Major Medical Facility
A Florida resident has filed a lawsuit against HCA Inc., alleging abuse by staff members at JFK Medical Center North Campus.
Plaintiff alleges Starbucks Corporation's Negligence Led to Injury
Aria Calisi has taken legal action against Starbucks Corporation following an incident where she was burned by hot coffee due to an allegedly faulty lid.
Parents Sue Resort Operator Over Son's Injury on Wave Simulator
A family has taken legal action against a Florida resort after their son was injured on a wave simulator ride.
Pilates Participant Alleges Negligence Against Fitness Studio Following Injury
A lawsuit has been filed against Club Pilates Wellington after Marlene Le sustained injuries during a class on January 31st last year.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Apartment Complex Over Hazardous Conditions
A resident has taken legal action against Boynton Bay Apartments and Florida Affordable Housing following an injury caused by unsafe conditions at her residence.
Florida businesses must strengthen cybersecurity as threats evolve
What was once an issue primarily for large corporations with extensive data has now become a concern for businesses of all sizes.
Computer groups seek to stop Florida law that would limit minors on social media
Two computer lobbying groups are challenging the constitutionality of a Florida law that would, among other things, prohibit minors from creating social media profiles..
Amber Rowe Accuses School District of Negligence After Daughter's Injury
Amber Rowe has filed a lawsuit against the School District of Palm Beach County following an incident where her disabled daughter was injured due to alleged negligence at Hidden Oaks K-8 school.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Vehicle Owner and Driver Following Collision
Jose Malave has filed a lawsuit following a car accident allegedly caused by Preston Parker's negligent driving while using Krystina Zeigler's vehicle without proper lighting at night.
Insurance Provider Alleges Negligence Against IT Firms Over Ransomware Attack Impacting Law Firms
A recent lawsuit filed by Travelers Casualty and Surety Company accuses several tech companies of negligence leading to a costly ransomware attack on two law firms' systems back in October 2020.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against grocery chain Publix over food poisoning incident
Eric Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets after allegedly suffering severe illness due to expired and improperly handled food purchased from one of their stores in Florida earlier this year.
Greenberg Traurig Latin America Attorneys, Practices Recognized in The Legal 500 Latin America 2025 Edition
More than 55 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in The Legal 500 Latin America 2025 edition.
FSU Law Trial Team Wins National Competiton
Our Trial Law Team represented us at the 2024 MLK Jr. National Civil Rights Competition this past weekend and won first place!
Shopper Sues Local Supermarket Over Negligence Leading to Injury
A shopper has taken legal action against Jumbo Supermarket following an injury sustained while shopping due to alleged negligence.
Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission Announces Applicants for Appointment to the Circuit Court
Gov. Ron DeSantis has requested that the Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission convene for the purpose of selecting and submitting a list of highly qualified lawyers for appointment to the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court.