News from September 2024
Woman Sues Media Company Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Kaetlyn Baca has filed a lawsuit against Ynvents Media Group Inc., alleging negligence after an unsecured metal box fell on her foot at an event venue in West Palm Beach last year. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for her extensive injuries.
Widow Sues Florida Medical Center Over Husband's Death Due to Alleged Negligence
Tereza Monteiro has filed a lawsuit against West Boca Medical Center and its staff alleging negligence leading to her husband's death. The suit claims inadequate medical care resulted in Marcos Benigno suffering an aneurysm followed by a stroke two days after being discharged from the hospital.
Woman Sues Fast-Food Giant McDonald’s Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Patricia Sauls has filed a lawsuit against McDonald’s Corporation alleging negligence after she slipped and fell in one of their West Palm Beach locations. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries sustained during the incident which occurred on April 30th this year.
Class action lawyer defends his actions after suing the wrong company and being sued himself
TALLAHASSEE - The class action lawyer who has angered judges with his hundreds of novel theories of consumer deception at grocery stores and elsewhere is asking a Florida court to dismiss a lawsuit filed against him for suing the wrong company.
Carol Thorstad-Forsyth Appointed Chair of AIPLA Membership Committee
Fox Rothschild congratulates Carol E. Thorstad-Forsyth, who was appointed by the American Intellectual Property Law Association’s (AIPLA) board and incoming president as Chair of the Membership Committee.
Florida court dismisses lawsuit linking Zantac to plaintiff's prostate cancer
A Florida state court last month handed the manufacturers of the heartburn drug Zantac another legal victory by dismissing a plaintiff’s claim that Zantac caused his prostate cancer and finding that the plaintiff’s expert testimony was unreliable.
Astigarraga earns a Chambers Latin America Band 1 ranking for international arbitration
Reed Smith partner José Astigarraga has once again earned a Band 1 ranking from Chambers and Partners for his arbitration work in Latin America.
Large U.S. book publishers sue Florida education officials over school library restrictions
Six of the largest U.S. book publishers are suing Florida education officials, challenging a new state law that the plaintiffs say allows the removal of books from school libraries based on “an empty and meaningless overbroad standard.”
Jason Domark and Ellen Morris Named to Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners List by Florida Trend
Jason Domark and Ellen Morris have been named to Florida Trend’s 2024 Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners list.
Nursing Home Accused of Negligence Leading to Resident's Death
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Gardens Court Medical Investors LLC by Catherine Ross on behalf of her deceased mother Jean Ross. The suit alleges severe negligence resulting in fatal health complications during her stay at The Gardens Court nursing home.
Restaurant Chain Sued Over Allegedly Contaminated Food
Julie Duncan has filed a lawsuit against Grand Zeal LLC after allegedly consuming undercooked chicken at one of their Church's Chicken locations in St. Pete, Florida which resulted in severe illness.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Rental Company Over Faulty Bicycle Assembly
Valerie Gutierrez has filed a lawsuit against Rent-A-Center East Inc., claiming negligence led to severe injuries from an improperly assembled electric bicycle. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for pain and suffering among other losses.
Texas Resident Sues Florida Companies Over Alleged Negligence Leading To Extensive Water Damage
Robert Alpert has filed a lawsuit against CA Lindman Inc., and CA Lindman of South Florida LLC following significant water damage to his Palm Beach condominium caused by alleged negligence during repair work conducted by one of their employees. The case was filed on August 20, 2024.
Customer sues Publix Super Markets over slip-and-fall accident
Anthony Salazar has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets alleging negligence after slipping on water leaking from a freezer at one of their stores. The incident led to serious injuries for which Salazar seeks damages exceeding $50,000.
Frances Guasch De La Guardia Receives Regional President of the Year Award from the Hispanic National Bar Association
Holland & Knight Partner Frances Guasch De La Guardia has received the Regional President of the Year Award from the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA).
Greenberg Traurig’s David B. Weinstein to Speak at 2024 ABA 10th Annual Southeastern White Collar Crime Institute
Greenberg Traurig Shareholder David B. Weinstein (New York, Washington D.C., and Tampa) will speak at the 2024 American Bar Association (ABA) 10th Annual Southeastern White Collar Crime Institute, Sept. 4-6.
Physical Therapy Clinic Accused of Negligence Leading to Elderly Patient’s Severe Injury
A Palm Beach County woman has filed a lawsuit against a local physical therapy clinic alleging severe negligence resulting in significant injury to her left hip during treatment sessions involving excessive weights on leg presses despite repeated complaints of pain.
Palm Beach Resident Sues Walgreens Over Alleged Negligence Leading To Injury
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against Walgreens and its store manager alleging negligence after slipping on an unidentified substance at their Boynton Beach location. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50K citing significant injuries from the incident.
Florida Resident Alleges Negligence Against Property Owner After Severe Injury
Julie Calder has filed a lawsuit against Heins Soren after sustaining severe injuries due to an unsafe condition on his property. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for negligence-related claims.
Local Business Accuses Contractor of Breach of Contract Over Permit Failures
B&B Bowling has filed a lawsuit against EMS Rolloff alleging breach of contract and negligence after failing to obtain necessary permits for removal services at their Boca Raton location. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 including forfeited security deposits and associated costs.