News from September 2024
Wrongful death lawsuit filed in Florida over listeriosis outbreak from Boar's Head products
The family of a Virginia man and Holocaust survivor who died after eating Boar’s Head liverwurst contaminated with listeria bacteria is suing the deli meats company in a Sarasota County court.
SCOTUS Ruling in Loper Bright v. Raimondo: Impact on ERISA, Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation on September 17, 2024
Litigation attorney Lindsey Camp will co-lead a Strafford webinar reviewing how landmark U.S. Supreme Court rulings will affect matters involving the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), employee benefits and executive compensation.
Greenberg Traurig Represents Bond Investors in Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Grant Anticipation Notes Issuance
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. represented bond investors in the issuance of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Grant Anticipation Notes Series 2024 and Series 2024-B by the National Finance Authority, totaling $50,400,000.
Twentieth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission Announces Chair and Vice-chair 2024-25
The Twentieth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission held a public Zoom meeting on Thursday, September 12, 2024 to nominate a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024-2025. Steven E. Martin was named Chair and Paul Giordano was named Vice-Chair.
Plaintiff alleges Nordstrom's negligence after tripping incident
Lisa Arribas has filed a lawsuit against Nordstrom after tripping over a wooden block at one of their stores. She claims negligence on part of Nordstrom for failing to maintain safe premises and seeks damages exceeding fifty thousand dollars.
Woman Sues Property Management Companies Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Carol Boettcher has filed a lawsuit against RPM Living LLC d/b/a 10X Boca Raton and Davis Premier Services LLC for negligence after slipping on a wet floor in her apartment unit led to severe injuries. The suit seeks compensatory damages exceeding $50,000 along with other reliefs as deemed appropriate under Florida law.
Resident Sues Property Management Company Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Dale Hardnette has filed a lawsuit against Boca Vista Apartments LLC for alleged negligence after he sustained significant injuries due to faulty flooring in his apartment. The case seeks damages exceeding $50,000 and demands a jury trial.
Palm Beach Resident Sues Major Storage Company Over Negligence Leading to Injuries
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against Public Storage Inc., alleging negligence after slipping on their premises due to leaking pipes. The plaintiff seeks damages for medical expenses and other related costs.
Customer Sues Major Retailer Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Shantal Chambers has filed a lawsuit against Target Corporation and its employee Elmer Vasquez following a slip-and-fall incident at a West Palm Beach store location. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries allegedly caused by negligence in maintaining safe premises.
Cyclist Sues Construction Company Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Dennis Roper has filed a lawsuit against New Wave Fiber Construction for negligence after falling into an open fiber optic vault left unmarked on a Clearwater sidewalk. He seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for his injuries and losses.
Pinellas County Resident Sues Local Medical Spa Over Severe Laser Burns
Marie Torres has filed a lawsuit against George Kamajian D.O., Cassandra Beals, Dr. K’s Med Spa LLC., and RAD & More LLC., alleging severe negligence during a laser hair removal procedure that left her with permanent injuries.
Tenant Sues Apartment Complex Owners and Contractors Over Negligence
Donald Turner has filed a lawsuit against Imperial Palms Apartments Limited Partnership, The Goodman Group LLC., and Falcon Electric Inc., claiming negligence after tripping over an electrical junction box at his apartment complex in Largo. He seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for his injuries and related losses.
Woman Sues Supermarket Chain Over Negligence Leading to Serious Injuries
Guadalupe Velazquez has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets claiming negligence after she tripped over a curb at one of their stores causing serious injuries. She seeks over $50,000 in damages for medical expenses and other losses.
Miami Resident Sues Pinellas Influencer Over Defamatory Instagram Posts
Carlos Messuti has filed a lawsuit against Jose Perezvillalobos over defamatory Instagram posts accusing him of corruption and other illegal activities. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Consumer Sues Major Retailer Over Alleged Violations of Telemarketing Laws
A consumer has filed a lawsuit against The Yankee Candle Company alleging violations of Florida's Caller ID Rules under the Florida Telephone Solicitation Act (FTSA). The plaintiff seeks damages and an injunction requiring compliance with state telemarketing laws.
Tenant Sues Landlord Over Negligence Leading to Slip-and-Fall Injury
Kristi Palmieri has filed a lawsuit against her landlord Cornelia C. Haerle for negligence after sustaining severe injuries from a slip-and-fall accident caused by water accumulation on stairs due to an improperly installed AC unit. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 along with other forms of relief.
Hospital Sued Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Linda S. Chicoine has filed a lawsuit against Trustees of Mease Hospital following an incident where she slipped and fell on their premises due to alleged negligence in maintaining safe conditions. She seeks over $50,000 in damages for severe injuries sustained during the fall.
Former Employee Alleges Retaliation by Local Restaurant Over Discrimination Complaint
Flynn Novak has filed a lawsuit against Island Way Grill for alleged retaliation after he reported discriminatory practices against a pregnant employee during his tenure as a server at the restaurant earlier this year.
Clearwater Resident Sues Wendy’s Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Graciela Marenco has filed a lawsuit against Wendy’s Properties LLC and its manager over injuries sustained from slipping on an unknown substance at one of their locations. She seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for negligence in maintaining safe premises.
U.S. Tennis Association appeals $9M sexual assault verdict
ORLANDO - The United States Tennis Association is appealing a $9 million verdict awarded to a woman who was allegedly sexually assaulted by her coach.