News from 2024
Plaintiff (insurance company) accuses Defendant (property owner) of Negligence
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company has taken legal action against William W. McDonald over alleged negligence leading to substantial water damage at a client's property in Redington Shores, Florida. The insurer seeks compensation totaling $14,550 along with additional costs from McDonald due to purported failures in maintaining plumbing systems at his residence above their insured's unit.
Upcoming Statewide Meeting Set to Enhance Florida’s Circuit Professionalism Panels
The Board of Governors could be asked as soon as soon as December to weigh recommendations for improving the way Florida’s 20 local professionalism panels informally resolve complaints.
Florida State University to Commemorate 25th Anniversary of Bush v. Gore
We are excited to announce that FSU Law will commemorate a pivotal moment for the country, the state, and our law school — the 25th Anniversary of Bush v. Gore — from February 28-March 1, 2025!
Civil rights groups agree to end lawsuit against Florida's 'Anti-Riot Act'
Civil rights groups have dropped their federal lawsuit against Florida’s 2021 “Anti-Riot Act” in the wake of a federal appeals court’s decision concluding that the law’s heightened scrutiny of riot-related acts doesn't apply to peaceful demonstrators.
Greenberg Traurig’s House Band The Meltones Win 9th Consecutive Law Rocks NYC Title
For the ninth consecutive year, global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s house band, The Meltones, won the annual Law Rocks NYC battle of the bands at Bowery Ballroom in New York City Oct. 17.
Orlando Partner Hollie Croft Named an Influencer in Multifamily Real Estate by Globe Street
Nelson Mullins partner Hollie Croft was named a 2024 “Influencer in Multifamily Real Estate” by GlobeSt.com, a branch of ALM Media.
Attorney General Moody Offers Guidance Local Law Enforcement About Enhanced Crimes
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.
Attorney General Moody Takes Legal Action Against Dhs Ensure Voting Integrity Florida
Attorney General Ashley Moody is taking legal action against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for refusing to verify immigration records for the State of Florida to ensure voter-roll integrity.
Lawsuit seeks to cancel Florida ballot initiative expanding abortion rights
Several Florida voters are suing county elections officers, the Florida secretary of state and others in a bid to strike the Amendment 4 abortion-rights initiative from the state’s November ballot and block the counting of ballots in favor of the measure.
Florida Construction Supplier Sues Insurance Firm Over Unpaid Materials
Torres Electrical Supply Company has taken legal action against Developers Surety and Indemnity Company over unpaid construction materials valued at $476,125.86. Filed in Pinellas County on October 7th, this lawsuit highlights alleged breaches related to a payment bond secured by New Era Electric Inc., with potential implications for future contractor-supplier agreements in Florida’s construction industry.
Plaintiff accuses homeowners of negligence after serious injury on premises
Kevin Parks has filed a lawsuit against George and Debra Kamajian for negligence following an accident at their Clearwater home where he suffered severe injuries while performing handy work. Filed on October 11th in Pinellas County's Circuit Court by attorney Jonathan I. Rotstein, this case seeks over $50k in damages plus court costs from each defendant due to alleged failure in providing safe working conditions.
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.