News from November 2024
Plaintiff injured shopper sues Wal-Mart for negligence
Philip Russo has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East after sustaining an injury at their Boynton Beach location due to alleged negligence regarding store safety protocols.
Slip-and-Fall Victim Sues Grocery Store Chain Over Negligence
Henry Rouse has filed a lawsuit against National Markets LLC over an alleged slip-and-fall incident at their Foodtown location in West Palm Beach.
Stetson Law Alum Nominated for U.S. Attorney General
President-elect Donald J. Trump has chosen former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi ’90 for the role of United States Attorney General.
7th Circuit Jnc Announces Certified List of Applicants for Circuit Court Judicial Vacancy
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.
Republican U.S. senators vow to show up for key judicial votes after DeSantis criticism
Republican U.S. senators, including Florida’s Rick Scott, have pledged to show up for congressional votes for future federal judges in the wake of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ criticism that recent absences led to the confirmation of a “leftist” appeals court judge.
Elderly Woman Sues Nursing Home Operators for Negligence
An elderly woman has filed a lawsuit against several companies associated with her nursing home care alleging negligence and breach of fiduciary duty leading to significant harm during her stay at Sabal Palms Health & Rehabilitation in Florida...
Plaintiff Alleges Major Tobacco Companies Misled Consumers About Cigarette Dangers
A Florida woman is suing major tobacco companies alleging they designed cigarettes to be addictive while concealing their dangers from consumers for decades.
Estate Alleges Negligence Against Assisted Living Facility Over Resident's Death
A legal battle unfolds as the Estate of Catherine Del Brocco sues two companies over alleged negligence leading to her death at an assisted living facility in Clearwater, Florida.
Plaintiff Alleges Homeowners' Negligence Led to Severe Injuries
Esther Tamara Trantales has filed a lawsuit against Regina Papagoda and William Rourke following a severe injury sustained from a fall at their residence due to alleged negligence regarding building code violations related to handrails on stairs.
Plaintiff Accuses Major Tobacco Companies of Health Damages Due to Addictive Cigarettes
A Florida resident sues major tobacco companies alleging their products caused severe health issues after decades of smoking addiction-enhanced cigarettes.
Homeowners Sue Construction Company Over Alleged Defects in New Build
Dean and Karen Harkey have filed a lawsuit against DHM Construction Services over alleged construction defects in their new home in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against property management company after slip-and-fall accident
Cynthia Boyd has taken legal action against Resource Property Management and Acoma Roofing Inc., accusing them of negligence following an incident where she slipped on a tarp at their property.
Principle Industrial Services accuses former IT provider N.A.C.K., LLC of conversion
Principle Industrial Services has filed a lawsuit against their former IT service provider N.A.C.K., LLC alleging unauthorized retention of critical digital assets following termination of services.
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Real Estate Company
A former maintenance supervisor has filed a lawsuit against Inland Residential Real Estate Services LLC alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during his employment period from September 2023 to May 2024.
Plaintiff Accuses Florida Business Operator of Negligence Leading to Personal Injury
Angela Costa has taken legal action against Shaked 26 LLC d/b/a Twin Lakes Plaza following an incident where she allegedly sustained severe injuries due to their negligence.
Plaintiff alleges negligence by home improvement giant over faulty rental equipment
A Florida man sues Home Depot for negligence after a rented trailer ramp collapses causing severe injury.
Ag Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution Charges Tax Preparer With Money Laundering and Fraud for Stealing From Seniors
Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution is charging a tax preparer with multiple felony counts for scheming to defraud Floridians, many of whom are seniors.
1st Circuit Jnc Announces Circuit Court Judicial Applicants and Interview Schedule
The First Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission received applications from the individuals listed below to fill the vacancy on the First Judicial Circuit, Circuit Court created by the resignation of Judge Gary Bergosh.
Florida Supreme Court upholds utility storm protection plans amid controversy
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Supreme Court has upheld the Public Service Commission’s approval of storm protection plans proposed by four major electric utilities, aimed at strengthening the state’s power grid against extreme weather events.
Plaintiff alleges retail giant's negligence led to injury
Jhon Williams has filed a lawsuit against Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse Corporation following an incident where he was injured by a sharp object left inside sneakers purchased from their store due to improper handling of security devices.