News from October 2024
Plaintiff alleges negligence against construction company after slip-and-fall incident
Megan Almeida has filed a lawsuit against American Empire Builders following a slip-and-fall accident at one of their sites in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against local restaurant after injury
Elizabeth Cheeseman has filed a lawsuit against MMG Palm Harbor LLC d/b/a The Lucky Dill and its manager following an injury sustained from a fall at their establishment.
Plaintiff Alleges Local Restaurant Negligence Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
A slip-and-fall incident at a Clearwater restaurant has led Terence Dougherty to file a lawsuit against Tequilas Mexican Grill & Cantina LLC for negligence.
Plaintiff alleges Medical Negligence by Local Orthopedic Surgeon
Emilie Youngblood has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Paul Joseph Pagano and All Florida Orthopaedic Associates for alleged medical negligence following a spinal surgery gone wrong in May 2022.
Plaintiff Alleges Nursing Home Neglect Against Egret Cove Rehabilitation Center
Tyrone Raines has filed a lawsuit against Egret Cove Rehabilitation Center alleging nursing home neglect resulting in severe injuries and pain.
Ag Moody Takes Legal Action Against Doj for Attempting to Block Florida’s Investigation Into Second Assassination Attempt on President Trump and Related State Crimes
Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a lawsuit in federal court against the U.S. Department of Justice over its unlawful attempt to block Florida’s criminal investigation following the second attempted assassination on President Donald Trump.
Parents say hospital worker broke newborn's neck, causing her death
The parents of a premature baby say a hospital worker caused a spinal cord injury that proved fatal to the newborn.
Shook Partners Take Leadership Roles at GICLI Conference
Seven highly respected Shook partners and litigators will participate at the 10th annual Government Investigations & Civil Litigation Institute (GICLI) conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, November 19-21.
Stetson Law Raises $30k for Storm Relief – But Need is Still Great
Back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated the community surrounding Stetson University College of Law.
20th Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission Announces Public Meeting
The Twentieth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission announces that it will hold a public zoom meeting at 12 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28th, 2024.
Plaintiff sues major retailer Home Depot over slip-and-fall incident
A slip-and-fall incident at a Home Depot store has led Joseph Menard to file a lawsuit against the retail giant in Palm Beach County court. Alleging negligence on part of both Home Depot and its store manager John Doe for failing to maintain safe premises conditions resulting in injury, Menard seeks damages exceeding $50,000.
Restaurant Guest Sues Florida Eatery Over Negligence Leading to Slip-and-Fall Injury
April Ridford is suing Peking Place Restaurant Inc., alleging negligence after slipping on a slippery substance at their establishment. Filed in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court on October 15th, she seeks over $50,000 in damages for her injuries sustained during the incident earlier this year.
Plaintiffs Allege Grocery Chain Sold Contaminated Meat Leading to Severe Illness
A lawsuit filed by Michael and Barbara Silberman accuses Boar's Head Provision Co., Inc., and Publix Supermarkets of selling contaminated deli meat that led to severe illness from Listeria infection. Filed in Palm Beach County Circuit Court on October 15th, the suit seeks damages for medical expenses and loss of consortium due to negligence in food safety practices.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against shopping center operators after slip-and-fall incident
Rosa E. Chang Crespo has filed a lawsuit against multiple entities following a slip-and-fall accident at Town Center at Boca Raton mall in Florida. The complaint accuses these businesses of negligence for failing to maintain safe premises and seeks damages exceeding $50,001 for injuries sustained during the incident.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against T-Mobile USA Inc., resulting in injury
Theresa J. Calcaterra has filed a lawsuit against T-Mobile USA Inc., claiming negligence after suffering an injury due to unlevel flooring at one of their stores in Boca Raton on March 7th this year. She seeks damages exceeding $50K along with other reliefs from the court as represented by The South Florida Injury Law Firm.
Customer Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giants Holiday CVS LLC and CVS Pharmacy Inc Over Trip Hazard
Stephen Siegal has filed a lawsuit against Holiday CVS LLC and CVS Pharmacy Inc after suffering severe injuries from tripping over an improperly placed pallet at a Boca Raton store. The complaint highlights alleged negligence regarding unsafe merchandising practices and lack of customer warnings. Seeking damages beyond court thresholds, Siegal demands accountability from these retail giants.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Florida Companies Over Workplace Injury
Terry Winningham has filed a lawsuit against Blew Bayou Services LLC and Florida Power and Light Company following severe workplace injuries he sustained due to alleged negligence in securing heavy equipment loads. The complaint seeks over $50,000 in damages for medical expenses and lost earnings among other claims.
Plaintiff Accuses Retail Giant Walmart of Negligence Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Walmart after sustaining injuries from a slip-and-fall accident at one of its stores. The complaint alleges negligence on part of Walmart for failing to maintain safe premises and seeks damages exceeding $50,000. Attorney Robert Dixon represents Andrea Gorgonio in this case filed in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court.
Homeowner sues HOA for negligence after injury
Sandra Kessler has taken legal action against Hammock Reserve Homeowners Association following an accident on their property that resulted in significant injuries. Filed in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court on October 16th by attorney Marius Boeru from Morgan & Morgan P.A., the lawsuit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 due to alleged negligence by the HOA.
Class action claims Walmart avocado oil isn't pure
A potential class action lawsuit claims Walmart’s avocado oil products contains a variety of other oils as well.