News from February 2025
Court rules in favor of Orange County Public Schools in volunteer ban case
ORLANDO — A Florida court has granted Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) summary judgment in a lawsuit filed by a parent, dismissing all claims related to her removal from a school volunteer program due to explicit images of her circulating online.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against condominium associations after slip-and-fall injury
In a recent lawsuit filed in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court, Nestor Varelo claims negligence led to his severe injuries after slipping on an unsafe walkway at Golden Lakes Village residential community.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against condominium corporation after slip-and-fall injury
Louise Ancona has filed a lawsuit against Town Shores of Gulfport No.205 Inc., claiming negligence led to her severe injuries following a slip-and-fall incident at their property in July 2024.
Nursing Home Accused of Negligence Leading to Resident's Death
A tragic case has unfolded involving allegations against a Pinellas County nursing home accused of neglecting an elderly resident resulting in her death.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against John Hopkins Middle School Over Unsafe Premises
Cecilia Sandy has filed a lawsuit against John Hopkins Middle School claiming negligence after sustaining injuries from a fall due to unsafe conditions on school property.
Foley Honored for Support of Boys & Girls Clubs Miami-Dade
Foley & Lardner LLP is proud to have been recognized by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade with a ‘From the Heart’ Award in recognition of the firm’s support of and commitment to the organization’s mission.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against retail giant following slip-and-fall incident
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East LP after allegedly slipping on a wet surface at their Lake Park location.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Business Premises Owner Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
A Broward County resident has filed a lawsuit against Good Way Oil 541 LLC following an alleged slip-and-fall incident at their Palm Beach property in September 2023.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against City Municipality Over Sidewalk Injury
A resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of West Palm Beach for alleged negligence after tripping on an uneven sidewalk surface causing severe injuries.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against apartment complex after fall
Carmen Agostini has taken legal action against TRG Seaside over alleged negligence leading to her injury at Aura Seaside Apartments in Florida.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against local businesses following injury-causing fall
Dolores DeLeon has filed a lawsuit against Shoppes at Boynton and Lombardi Development after allegedly sustaining injuries from a fall caused by an unsecured temporary handicap ramp on their premises.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Supermarket Chain Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
A slip-and-fall incident at a Clearwater supermarket has led Chantel Jelks to file a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets for alleged negligence resulting in serious injuries.
Plaintiff (minor child) sues Defendant (restaurant chain) over severe food poisoning
A minor child has filed a lawsuit against Salem's Fresh Eats after allegedly contracting severe illnesses from contaminated food purchased at one of their locations in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against State Agency and Property Owner Over Sidewalk Fall
A Palm Harbor resident has filed a lawsuit against both a state agency and a property owner following injuries sustained from a fall on an uneven sidewalk in April 2023.
Plaintiff accuses local government entities of negligence over hazardous sidewalk
Marylynn Symanski has taken legal action against Pinellas County and the City of Belleaire Beach after sustaining severe injuries due to an uneven sidewalk.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Apartment Complex Operators After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Carla L. McAnally has filed a lawsuit against CBPF L.L.C., operating as The Courtney Bay Pines Apartments, and ICAFS Inc., operating as General Services Corporation after sustaining serious injuries from a slip-and-fall accident at her residence...
UPS Driver Alleges Negligence Against Homeowners and Landscaping Company Over Injury
A UPS delivery driver has filed a lawsuit claiming negligence after slipping on an inadequately marked waxed driveway while delivering packages at a residence owned by Thomas and Linda Rizk in Palm Beach Gardens.
Plaintiff Accuses Major Supermarket Chain Publix of Negligence Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
Gary Lang has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets after slipping on an unidentified substance in their Delray Beach store in June 2023.
Elderly Patient Alleges Negligence Against Wellington Hospital Following Stroke Mismanagement
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against Wellington Regional Medical Center after suffering severe complications following alleged misdiagnosis and negligent treatment during an emergency visit for stroke-like symptoms in November...
Jury awards $8.15M verdict in Busch Gardens injury case
TAMPA — A Hillsborough County jury has awarded more than $8.15 million to the family of a minor injured at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, following a lawsuit alleging negligence by the amusement park.