News from 2024
Recent Grad Leah Burnett Lands Immigrant Justice Corps Fellowship
From an early age, Leah Burnett ’24 knew she wanted her life’s work to be advocating for social justice.
Class action suit over little Fireballs will continue
FORT MYERS – A Florida federal court has decided that a class action suit claiming the maker of Fireball cinnamon whiskey and cinnamon malt beverage deceived consumers by marketing the malt beverage liquid in miniature bottles resembling whiskey shot bottles may proceed, after it is once again amended.
Attorney General Moodys Week Review June 21 2024
We hosted a Cryptocurrency Scams Symposium in The Villages and recognized the top Seniors vs. Crime volunteers.
Georgia resident sues Florida drivers and insurer over severe car accident injuries
Kenneth Wayne Nichols has filed a lawsuit against two Florida residents and an insurance company following a serious car accident last year. The suit seeks over $50,000 in damages for injuries allegedly caused by negligent driving and insufficient insurance coverage.
Florida man sues online predator hunters for defamation
Jacob Milewsky has filed a lawsuit against two individuals and an organization known for exposing alleged predators online. He claims they falsely accused him of inappropriate behavior with minors, causing severe damage to his reputation and emotional distress.
Pinellas resident sues dental office over alleged nerve damage during wisdom tooth extraction
Joshua Harrison has filed a lawsuit against his dentist Abhishek Navanit D.D.S., and Smile Design Fourth Street LLC., alleging severe medical negligence resulting in permanent nerve damage following a wisdom tooth extraction procedure.
Federal law won't protect Walgreens in COVID vaccine wrongful death case
MIAMI - Walgreens has lost a key ruling as it sought protection from liability for the death of a man who suffered cardiac arrest after receiving his COVID vaccine.
Reed Smith names Francisco Rodriguez office managing partner in Miami
Reed Smith is pleased to announce that Francisco Rodriguez, a leading partner in the firm’s Global Commercial Disputes practice, has been chosen to serve as its next Miami office managing partner.
Armstrong Teasdale Adds Litigation Associate in Miami
Armstrong Teasdale announces the addition of Litigation Associate Richard G. Cole, III to the firm’s Miami office.
Lawsuit alleges retaliation by DeSantis, FDLE; They say plaintiff had plenty of reasons to be fired
A former Florida administrator has filed a whistleblower lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), claiming that he was forced to retire for exposing the defendants’ “illegal practices.”
Insurance Commissioner: New Florida budget supports ‘stable and competitive insurance market’
Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky stated in a June 13 press release that the budget signed by Governor Ron DeSantis supports the Office of Insurance Regulation’s (OIR) priority of strengthening the state’s insurance market.
Fox Rothschild Corporate Team Closes $100 Million Refinancing on Signature Miami High Rise
A team of Fox Rothschild attorneys led by Miami-based partner Thomas F. Oppenheimer closed a $100 million refinancing of “Crest at Pinecrest,” a signature high rise apartment building in unincorporated Miami-Dade County.
Appeals court reduces $2.4M jury verdict award to estate of deceased smoker down to $1.7M
MIAMI – A Florida appellate court panel, citing state Supreme Court precedent, has reversed fraud claims lodged against the Philip Morris tobacco company and reduced a prior $2.4 million damages jury verdict award to the estate of a deceased smoker, down to $1.7 million.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Healthcare Providers Leading To Wrongful Death
A new lawsuit accuses several healthcare providers of gross negligence resulting in severe pressure injuries that led to the death of Patricia Marrero after months of suffering.The case highlights alleged failures in patient care management across multiple facilities seeking damages exceeding $50k
Customer Sues BJ’s Wholesale Club Over Negligence Leading to Serious Injuries
Riana Vorster has filed a lawsuit against BJ’s Wholesale Club alleging negligence after she tripped over uneven cement in their parking lot causing severe injuries. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for pain and suffering among other losses.
Plaintiff sues restaurant chain over slip-and-fall injury
Carol Margret O’Brien has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse seeking over $50,000 in damages after slipping on an allegedly hazardous floor at one of their locations. The case highlights issues around premises liability and employee training on safety protocols.
Pinellas Resident Sues Property Management Company Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Katrina Harrison has filed a lawsuit against Time Square Properties claiming negligence after slipping on accumulated water at their apartment complex leading to severe injuries. She seeks over $50k in damages plus additional reliefs as per Florida law.
Plaintiff Alleges Medical Negligence Led to Wrongful Death Against Doctor and Hospitals
A new lawsuit filed by Tamara Steinberg accuses Dr. Brian Charity and two medical institutions of negligence leading to her father's death following throat cancer surgery complications in May 2021.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Nursing Home Leading To Severe Injuries
Estevez Rosy has filed a lawsuit against Wellington Rehab alleging negligence leading to severe pressure injuries for Camelia Cardoso during her stay at their facility. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 citing violations of statutory rights under Florida law.
Dermatology Practice Sues Healthcare Management Group Over Alleged Fraudulent Misrepresentation
A Florida dermatology practice has filed a lawsuit against a healthcare management group alleging fraudulent misrepresentation and breach of contract. The suit claims misleading promises led them into an unfavorable partnership causing significant financial losses.