News from 2024
Clausen Miller Welcomes Boca Raton Partner Jonathan Wickham and Fort Lauderdale Associate Mykal Hill
Clausen Miller is proud to announce the additions of Jonathan Wickham and Mykal Hill to its Florida offices.
Caba Advocates for New Miami Courthouse to Honor Civil Rights Pioneer Osvaldo Soto
The Cuban American Bar Association, among others, recently submitted a formal request to all members of the Miami-Dade County Commission and Mayor Levine Cava, seeking their consideration to name the new Miami-Dade courthouse in honor of Osvaldo Soto.
Holland & Knight Strengthens Central Florida Litigation Practice with Addition of Cindy Duque Bonilla in Orlando
Litigation and trial attorney Cindy Duque Bonilla has joined Holland & Knight's Central Florida Litigation Practice as a partner in Orlando. She was previously a partner with Weinberg Wheeler Hudgins Gunn & Dial.
Doctor Alleges Negligence Against Healthcare Entities Following Injury at Surgery Center
Dr. James Cerullo has filed a lawsuit against Bethesda Hospital Inc., TBT Partners LLLP, and Baptist Outpatient Services Inc., claiming negligence after slipping on a wet floor at their surgery center led to severe injuries requiring surgeries. Filed on October 9th in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court by attorney Michael S. Smith from Lesser Lesser Landy & Smith PLLC; Dr.Cerullo seeks damages exceeding $50k per defendant for his sustained losses.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against bar owners after injury due to unsafe seating
Steve Havard has filed a lawsuit claiming negligence after suffering injuries at a bar owned by Palm Harbor Partners LLC and Angler Enterprises LLC. The case highlights alleged failures in maintaining safe premises leading to his fall from a rotted bench.
Plaintiff accuses City of St Petersburg (municipality) over Historic Preservation Interference
XYZ 300 LLC has launched legal action against the City of St Petersburg alleging unlawful interference with their property's development potential due to historic preservation efforts. Filed on October 7th in Pinellas County Circuit Court, they claim damages potentially reaching millions under Florida's Bert J. Harris Act.
Plaintiff Chef Alleges Restaurant Owner Breached Oral Contract
Chef Giuseppe Montalto has filed a lawsuit against Taso Konstantinos over an alleged breach of an oral contract concerning their business relationship at Treviso Pizza and Grill. Filed on October 7th in Pinellas County Circuit Court, the complaint seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for broken promises regarding salary and ownership interests.
Customer Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Helen Atkinson has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East LP and its manager Dakota Doe following a slip-and-fall accident at their West Palm Beach location. The incident allegedly caused severe injuries due to negligence in maintaining safe premises conditions. Atkinson seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for medical expenses and other related costs.
Push to regulate third-party litigation funding hits roadblock stalling transparency legislation in Florida
Florida's push to regulate third-party litigation funding (TPLF) hit a roadblock in 2024 as key bills, HB 1179 and SB 1276, stalled in the House Judiciary Committee.
Attorney General Moody Offers Guidance to Local Law Enforcement About Enhanced Crimes for Looting During a Declared State of Emergency
In the aftermath of the destruction caused by Hurricane Milton, Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning would-be looters and other criminals looking to take advantage of storm victims that Florida will not tolerate lawlessness.
8 Greenberg Traurig Lawyers Listed as LACCA Approved for 2025
Eight lawyers from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP were listed as LACCA Approved for 2025.
Polsinelli Further Expands Real Estate and Capital Markets Capabilities with New Shareholder in New York and Miami
Continuing its growth in real estate, Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has welcomed Cameron B Weil as a shareholder in its New York City and Miami offices.
Plaintiff Accuses Palm Beach County Fire Rescue of Retaliation Over Discrimination Complaint
Stanley Mehu has filed a lawsuit against Palm Beach County Fire Rescue alleging retaliatory discrimination following his EEOC complaint about racial bias at work. Filed in October 2024 in Florida's Circuit Court of Palm Beach County, the suit claims unjust removal from a promotional roster due to his protected activities under state law.
Resident Alleges Negligence Against Apartment Complex Owners Over Fall Incident
A Boca Raton resident has filed a lawsuit against KMF X Boca Manor LLC and Klingbeil Capital Management LTD after sustaining injuries from a fall at his apartment complex. The plaintiff claims negligence due to unsafe conditions at the property managed by these companies and seeks compensatory damages exceeding $50,000.
Palm Beach Resident Sues Property Owner Over Negligence Leading to Injury
Ana Silva-Benitez has filed a lawsuit against Natalya Baker over alleged negligence leading to personal injury on Baker's property in Lake Worth. Filed on October 9th in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court by Scher & Scher P.A., the suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 following an incident where unsafe conditions reportedly caused Silva-Benitez to fall and suffer significant injuries.
Palm Beach Resident Sues Driver for Negligence After Collision
Kardenia Abdullah has filed a lawsuit against Jevante Givens following an alleged negligent driving incident resulting in serious injuries. The case highlights issues of traffic safety and personal injury claims within Palm Beach County's judicial system.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against property owner after slip-and-fall incident
A Florida resident is suing Sandalfoot Plaza Holdings following an accident at their Boca Raton property where she slipped on an inadequately marked parking line. The lawsuit highlights alleged negligence by the property owner in maintaining safe premises and seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for sustained injuries.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against property management company after trip-and-fall incident
A Palm Beach County resident has sued Phoenix Management Services for negligence following an injury sustained from a fall on their property. The lawsuit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for injuries allegedly caused by unsafe conditions at a Boynton Beach location managed by the defendant.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against property owner Brock Services Corp. following slip-and-fall incident
Michael Mignacca has filed a lawsuit against Brock Services Corp., claiming negligence after slipping on algae and mud at their shopping center property. The case seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for various injuries sustained during the incident.
Kayla Hall alleges negligence against St. Mary's Medical Center following violent attack
Kayla Hall has taken legal action against St. Mary's Medical Center after an unprovoked attack left her with severe injuries during a hospital visit in April 2022. Alleging negligence on part of the medical center's security measures, she seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for both physical and emotional trauma experienced due to their purported failure in ensuring patient safety.