News from 2025
ACC, Florida State agree to end legal disputes over sports-media rights and revenues
Florida State University and the Atlantic Coast Conference have resolved their dueling lawsuits in a settlement announced on Tuesday that increases revenue sharing for the schools with the highest viewership of athletic events and lowers the ACC’s exit fees.
Plaintiffs Accuse Pool Contractor of Negligence Over Defective Pool Construction
Joseph and Gina Fontana have filed a lawsuit against TBP Inc., formerly Tampa Bay Pools Inc., over alleged negligence and breach of warranty related to their swimming pool construction project completed in February 2019.
Resident Sues State Agency Over Negligence Leading To Scooter Accident
Stacey Moe has filed a lawsuit against the Florida Department of Transportation and Asset Management Webber following an accident involving a pothole while riding his scooter.
Homeowner Sues Construction Company Over Alleged Negligence During Renovation
A homeowner has taken legal action against a construction company over alleged negligence during a home renovation project that went awry.
Plaintiffs Allege Medical Negligence Against Cosmetic Surgeon Following Eye Surgery
A Florida couple has filed a lawsuit against a cosmetic surgeon and his practice alleging medical negligence after an eye surgery led to severe complications including vision loss in one eye for Diane Ackerson.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Condominium Association Over Unsafe Premises
Kathleen Bailey has filed a lawsuit against Vantage Point Condominium Owners' Association following an injury sustained due to an allegedly unsafe handrail on their property.
AG secures ban against hot tub company that scammed consumers
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s office has announced its Consumer Protection Division has secured a permanent injunction on behalf of consumers deceived by a used hot tub company and its owners.
Attorney General James Uthmeier Announces 35-Year Prison Sentence for Pedophile in Possession of Child Pornography
Attorney General James Uthmeier’s Statewide Prosecutors secured a 35-year prison sentence for a man convicted on multiple child pornography charges.
University of Central Florida student among plaintiffs suing Trump administration over Venezuelan immigrant policy
A national immigrant rights group and several Venezuelan plaintiffs, including a University of Central Florida student, are suing the Trump administration over its move to cancel the temporary protected status of hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan immigrants.
Greenberg Traurig Represents Alani Nu® in Negotiating Sale to Celsius Holdings, Inc.
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. is representing Alani Nutrition LLC in connection with a definitive agreement to sell the company to Celsius Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CELH) for $1.8 billion.
Plaintiff alleges Property Management Companies' Negligence Led to Mold Exposure
A resident of Belle Glade is suing two property management companies over alleged negligence leading to toxic mold exposure at her home.
Plaintiff alleges Defendant of Defamation in Long-Term Relationship Dispute
In a dramatic legal battle unfolding in Palm Beach County's Circuit Court, Robert J. Wood Sr. accuses Kathy R. Feinerman of spreading false rumors about his fidelity during their long-term relationship.
Florida attorney general files class action against Target over its LGBTQ Pride campaign
The Florida Attorney’s Office has filed a class-action lawsuit against Target Corp., arguing that the retailer’s Board of Directors and CEO Brian Cornell failed to disclose financial risks related to its 2023 LGBT-Pride Campaign.
Michael Okaty Selected to University of Central Florida College of Business Hall of Fame
Foley & Lardner LLP partner Michael Okaty has been selected to join the University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Business Hall of Fame.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and America First Legal File Class Action Lawsuit Against Target for Misleading and Defrauding Investors Over Market Risks of LGBTQ Activism
State Board of Administration of Florida, represented by the Attorney General of Florida James Uthmeier and America First Legal (AFL), filed a major class-action lawsuit against Target Corporation, alleging the company knowingly misled and defrauded investors by concealing the financial risks of its radical LGBTQ activism, costing shareholders tens of billions of dollars. Boyden Gray PLLC and Lawson Huck Gonzalez PLLC also serve as plaintiff’s counsel in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
Plaintiff Alleges Local Amusement Park Negligence After Go-Kart Collision
A Palm Beach County resident has filed a lawsuit against Fun Depot Inc., claiming negligence after a go-kart collision left him injured.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Florida Businesses Over Unsafe Premises
A recent lawsuit filed by Dolores DeLeon accuses Shoppes at Boynton LLC and Lombardi Development LLC of negligence after she suffered severe injuries due to an unsafe temporary handicap ramp on their premises.
Plaintiff alleges local business negligence caused injury
A recent court filing highlights allegations against Shalom Boca Inc., accused by plaintiff Jan Imperato of negligence leading to injury during a visit to their premises in Boca Raton.
Three Nelson Mullins Attorneys Selected for Leadership Council on Legal Diversity’s 2025 Programs
Three Nelson Mullins attorneys were selected to participate in two 2025 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) programs.
USF’s Chris Meindl Talks Florida Springs at Foreman Lecture
Thanks to a layer of porous limestone underlying much of the state, Florida has one of the world’s largest concentrations of freshwater springs.