News from January 2025
DeSantis sued for not promptly scheduling special elections to replace 2 GOP state lawmakers
Although Gov. Ron DeSantis has been scheduling special elections to fill some vacant Florida positions created by several officials being tapped for posts in the Trump administration, a new lawsuit claims the governor has been too slow to act.
Consultant says development group led by Italian billionaire media giant owes $1.7M for work on Miami projects
A Naples consulting firm says a business of an Italian media giant owes $1.7 million in fees related to four condo projects in the Miami area.
AG Moody Releases New Scams at a Glance: Grandparent Grifts Resource During Senior Protection Event
Attorney General Ashley Moody hosted a Senior Scam Seminar at the On Top of the World Cultural Center in Marion County and released a new senior-protection resource.
Clausen Miller Welcomes Associate Tiffany McAvoy
Clausen Miller is pleased to announce the addition of Tiffany McAvoy to its Orlando office.
The Perryman Group: Tort tax costs Florida $1.2B in revenue loss
Florida's excessive tort costs, referred to as the "tort tax," are resulting in a $1.2 billion annual revenue loss, according to a report from The Perryman Group.
Soybean-stuffed ship in $22M Miami-Dade lawsuit remains stalled in international waters
A routine "freight on board" transaction between agricultural exporter Lombard Trading International and global food supply chain business Sadot Latam LLC has turned into a complex web of deceit that courts may have to resolve.
Plaintiff Amy Jennings Accuses Local Welding Company Phoenix Fabrication of Civil Theft
Amy Jennings has filed a lawsuit against Mike’s Mobile Welding & Fabrication LLC over allegations of civil theft after they allegedly failed to refund her deposit for an incomplete project.
Plaintiff sues Defendant homeowner for negligence after dog attack
Eugene Dorsey has taken legal action against Angelina Fino following a severe dog attack incident on her property that left him injured.
Homeowner sues Retail Giant Home Depot over Slip-and-Fall Incident
A slip-and-fall incident at a Home Depot store leads Joy Kirhatzi to file a lawsuit against both Home Depot U.S.A., Inc., and Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating LLC.
Plaintiff alleges property owners' negligence led to severe injuries
Peyton Price has initiated legal proceedings against property owners Sheridan A. Smith and Robert C. Smith following an injury sustained on their premises due to alleged negligence involving unsafe flooring conditions.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Retailer City Furniture Following Injury
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against City Furniture alleging negligence after sustaining injuries from a fall caused by unsafe conditions at one of their stores.
Shook Attorneys to Present Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence CLE on January 23, 2025
Shook Partner John Barkett and Associate Joe Zaleski will present “Ethics Plenary: The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence,” January 23 at the American Bar Association Joint CLE Regional Program in Aspen, Colorado.
FL Governor Appoints Alumna to U.S. Senate Seat
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced he will appoint Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody LL.M. ’10 to the United States Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Marco Rubio, who has been chosen to serve as U.S. Secretary of State.
Hillsborough County judge sides with paramedic who was fired for using medicinal marijuana
A paramedic and medical marijuana patient is entitled to back pay, compensatory damages and reimbursement of attorney fees from Hillsborough County after he was wrongfully terminated from his job, a judge ruled last month.
Plaintiff Elie Damus alleges negligence against property owner Tzadik LLC and manager Optimar Realty Group
Elie Damus has filed a lawsuit against Tzadik LLC and Optimar Realty Group following an accident caused by an unsecured balcony railing at his residence.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against realty company and credit union over sidewalk injury
James Alavekios has filed a lawsuit against 1001 Realty Investments LLC and Space Coast Credit Union following an injury caused by stepping into an unmarked hole on their property.
Furniture Retailer Accused of Negligence After Customer Injury
Tina Miller has filed a negligence lawsuit against City Furniture after an injury sustained on their premises due to alleged poor maintenance.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against homeowners association over unsafe premises
Sharon Martinez has filed a lawsuit against Arden Homeowners Association and its management company following an injury she sustained due to alleged negligence at their community center.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Discount Tire Company after injury at temporary store
Joseph Dorman has filed a lawsuit against Discount Tire Co., alleging negligence after he sustained severe injuries at their temporary location in Wellington due to unsafe conditions.
Target Corporation accused of Negligence by Injured Shopper
A St. Petersburg resident has filed a lawsuit against Target Corporation following an injury sustained while shopping at one of their stores.