News from 2025
Plaintiff alleges former employer Inland Residential Real Estate Services of discrimination
Kasi N. Gonzalez has filed a lawsuit against Inland Residential Real Estate Services alleging racial and disability discrimination during her employment as a Leasing Consultant and Social Community Ambassador.
Greenberg Traurig Prevails for Telecommunications, Big Tech Companies in Lawsuit Setting Precedent for Sovereign Submerged Lands in Florida
A team of Greenberg Traurig, P.A. litigators prevailed on behalf of GlobeNet Cabos Submarinos America, Inc., Caribbean Crossing, LTD, and several big tech companies in a Palm Beach County Circuit Court case that sets a precedent for future cases involving sovereign submerged lands in Florida.
Lawdragon Inducts Shook Environmental Partner to Hall of Fame
Shook Partner John Barkett has been inducted into the 2025 Lawdragon Hall of Fame.
Craig E. Rothburd P.a. To Receive Commendation for Pro Bono Work
Craig E. Rothburd, P.A.— a Tampa-based law firm that has made pro bono service an integral part of the firm’s ethos — will receive the 2025 Law Firm Commendation from Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz at the annual Pro Bono Awards ceremony Jan. 16 at the Supreme Court of Florida.
Moody supports Trump’s planned immigration policies
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is supporting President-Elect Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
Rusty Melges Joins ULI 2025 Leadership Institute Cohort
Nelson Mullins Boca Raton partner Rusty Melges was selected for the Urban Land Institute’s 2025 Leadership Institute Cohort.
Tampa Mergers & Acquisitions Happy Hour on January 14, 2025
GT Tampa will be hosting it's second Mergers & Acquisitions Happy Hour. This will provide an excellent opportunity for GT Shareholders along with Associates to engage and network with private equity firms, corporate executives, and investors representing a variety of Tampa Bay industries.
Applicants sought for nonattorney vacancy on the Florida Board of Bar Examiners
Nonattorney of the public are invited to volunteer to be considered for nomination for one vacancy on the Florida Board of Bar Examiners.
Mcdermott’s Cocktail Reception at Crefc Miami 2025 on January 12
Join us in Miami!
Federal lawsuit challenges Newsmax over telemarketing violations
WEST PALM BEACH — A lawsuit filed in federal court alleges that Newsmax Media, a cable news and political opinion company, violated federal telemarketing laws by placing unsolicited calls and text messages to individuals on the National Do Not Call Registry.
Plaintiffs Allege JDRC Managed Services Failed to Pay Overtime Wages
Four former assistant managers have filed a lawsuit against JDRC Managed Services alleging unpaid overtime wages under FLSA violations.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Boca Raton Entertainment Venue Following Injury
Marc Power has filed a lawsuit against Frozen Fun LLC for negligence after sustaining injuries at their Boca Ice & Fine Arts Center venue in August 2024.
Dog Owner Accused of Negligence After Vicious Attack Leaves Pedestrian Injured
A legal dispute has arisen following a brutal dog attack in Palm Beach County that left Guerline Alexis severely injured after being bitten by Vercosa Lesli's dog last December.
Delray Beach Restaurant Faces Negligence Lawsuit After Customer Assault
A lawsuit has been filed against multiple parties associated with a Delray Beach pizza restaurant following an alleged assault incident involving an unruly patron named Leonard Tamar Williams.
Applicants Sought for Two Attorney Vacancies on the Florida Board of Bar Examiners
Attorney applicants are being sought to fill two vacancies on the Florida Board of Bar Examiners. A joint screening committee of Florida Bar Board of Governors and Board of Bar Examiners members will recommend six nominees for two attorney vacancies at its May 16, 2025, meeting.
Florida bill would bar 'unauthorized aliens' from filing civil lawsuits
A bill authored by a state representative who is running for Congress would bar “unauthorized aliens” from filing civil lawsuits in Florida, a move that immigrant-rights advocates say is unconstitutional and would harm the integrity of the justice system.
Plaintiff alleges property owner negligence led to injury at apartment complex
Cristiane De Faria has filed a lawsuit against Arbor Oaks Apartments Property Owner LLC for negligence after being injured by a hazardous door at their Boca Raton leasing office.
Plaintiff Homeowner Alleges Fraud Against Local Plumbing Company
A Palm Beach County homeowner has accused a local plumbing company and its owner of fraudulently charging for unlicensed work they never completed at her residence in Lake Worth.
Florida Resident Alleges Negligence Against Storage Companies Following Job Interview Injury
In a lawsuit filed on December 27th in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court by Timothy Palladino against Acorn Mini Storage entities following an injury during a job interview exercise gone wrong; negligence claims highlight unsafe premises...
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Trustee Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Sally Knight has taken legal action against Cynthia Susan Collins following an alleged slip-and-fall accident at a property managed by Collins as trustee of a living trust.