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Nov. 28: 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida docket for "sc - small claims $501 - $2,500" cases
The following cases categorized as "sc - small claims $501 - $2,500" were on the docket in the 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida on Nov. 28. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida: Actions Taken on Nov. 28
The 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida reported the following activity on Nov. 28 in the suits below:
Lawyers swarm Tampa facility, have dozens of workers (and a whistleblower) suing over lead exposure
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Lawyers are signing up more and more clients to sue a company that recycles lead batteries in the Tampa, Fla., area, claiming a lack of safety put a harmful amount of the substance on and in their bodies.
Attorney General Moody Announces Multistate Action Against CarMax Over the Disclosure of Safety Recalls
Attorney General Ashley Moody announced a multistate action against CarMax Auto Superstores, Inc. As a result of a nationwide investigation by Attorney General Moody and 35 other attorneys general, CarMax is now required to disclose open unrepaired recalls related to the safety of used vehicles before consumers make the purchase.
Analysis criticizes potential $10 million payout to Ben Sasse to lead University of Florida
Outgoing Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse’s contract to become the University of Florida’s next president for a five-year term could be worth around $10 million, according to an analysis of the contract by professors who called it “the richest we have seen.”
Proposed State Capitol conduct rules seen as threat to free speech
The ACLU of Florida is warning that proposed new free-speech rules in and around the State Capitol buildings pose a threat to constitutional rights and give Capitol Police the power to silence views they disfavor.
Camillus House 23rd Annual Hope for All Gala on December 3, 2022
Greenberg Traurig is a proud sponsor of the Camillus House 23rd Annual Hope for All Gala on December 3, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
Attorney General Moody Provides Consumer Protection Tips Ahead of Black Friday
This Black Friday, Attorney General Ashley Moody is reminding Floridians to watch out for scams and criminals who try to take advantage of consumers searching for holiday deals.
'Ultimate salesman' must pay contingency fee to his firm after court dispute
MIAMI (Legal Newsline) - A man who refused to pay a contingency fee to Boies Schiller and challenged an arbitrator’s decision requiring him to do so lost in court, with a Florida appeals court agreeing with the arbitrator who called him “the ultimate salesman” willing to say what he needed to save money.
CNN: Trump's lawsuit over alleged Hitler comparison should be thrown out of court
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - CNN says former President Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit against it is based on opinions protected by free speech.
The Florida Bar Labor & Employment Section "Litigation Skills" CLE Seminar on December 2, 2022
Please join the Florida Bar Labor and Employment Law Section for “Litigation Skills,” a live, in-person event at Le Méridien Tampa and Live Webcast.
Hot Topics in Florida Labor & Employment Law on December 2, 2022
This program is designed to address the latest developments in Florida employment and labor law along with key federal updates.
Court activity on Nov. 28: Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs Rachid Hourani
The 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida reported the following activity in the suit brought by Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC against Mounia Benzakour and Rachid Hourani on Nov. 28: 'Hearing - Canceled-cancelled Pre-trial Civil-Civil, Pretrial'.
Gabby Petito family awarded $3 million in wrongful death suit
The family of a woman who was slain by her fiancée during a cross-country road trip has been awarded $3 million by a Sarasota County judge as part of a wrongful death lawsuit.
'Fix the Cracks' campaign warns Floridians about abusive auto glass lawsuits
Insurance and tort reform groups have launched a campaign to warn consumers about the explosive growth in auto glass litigation in Florida – a phenomenon that some observers say contributes to rising claims costs and insurance policy rates.
Holland & Knight Celebrates 50 Years in Tallahassee with Fundraiser for Elder Care Services, Inc.
Holland & Knight celebrated its 50th year in Tallahassee on November 16 with an open house reception in its offices on South Calhoun Street.
Attorney General Moody Leads Multistate Effort Urging DEA to Extend Telehealth Capabilities for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Attorney General Ashley Moody is leading a bipartisan coalition of 45 attorneys general urging the extension of emergency rules to aid those suffering with opioid use disorder.
Greenberg Traurig Wins First Law Rocks Miami in Support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami
The Meltones, the house band of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A., won the first Law Rocks Miami, beating out four other bands and raising nearly $43,000 to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami.
Attorney General Moody Recognizes Utility Scam Awareness Day with Tips to Avoid Scams
Attorney General Ashley Moody is recognizing Utility Scam Awareness Day by issuing tips for Floridians to avoid utility scams.
U.S. Attorney’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations, And The Federal Bureau Of Investigation Present Child Protection Award To The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
U.S. Attorney’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations, And The Federal Bureau Of Investigation Present Child Protection Award To The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.