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Florida Attorney General’s Office Files Criminal Charges Against Pool Contractors that Defrauded Hundreds of Floridians Out Millions of Dollars
The Florida Attorney General’s Office of Statewide Prosecution filed criminal charges against two pool contractors.
2 former employees of Miami nonprofit accuse commissioner of misusing public funds
Two former employees of a Miami nonprofit that oversees two downtown parks have filed a federal whistleblower lawsuit against Commissioner Joe Carollo, accusing him of funneling public funds to political allies and shielding improper accounting practices
Quinn Emanuel Names Olga Vieira as Co-Managing Partner of the Miami Office
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP, the global litigation powerhouse, has named Olga Vieira as the firm’s newest Co-Managing Partner of the Miami Office.
International Wealth Transfer Planning on February 1, 2025
International Tax attorney Eduardo Arista will be speaking at the Cuban American CPAs Association's Annual Tax Update Seminar 2025 taking place in Miami.
Florida AG’s office launches Nicotine Dispensing Device Directory
The Florida Attorney General’s Office has launched the Nicotine Dispensing Device Directory, giving retailers until March 1 to remove the listed products from their inventories.
Pedestrian Sues Property Owner Over Negligence Leading to Tragic Accident
A pedestrian has taken legal action against a property owner following an accident that resulted in severe injuries and the death of an emotional support animal.
Maria Machado (beachgoer) sues Oceanside Beach Service (beach service provider) for Negligence
Maria Machado has filed a lawsuit against Oceanside Beach Service after being injured by an unsecured umbrella at Delray Beach.
Plaintiff injured gym member sues fitness center and property owner over negligence
Maxol Cimeus has filed a lawsuit against LA Fitness and Pine Trail Square following an injury caused by faulty gym equipment.
Plaintiff alleges foreign company owner’s negligence caused severe injury
A Florida resident has filed a lawsuit against Lantana I Owner LLC following a pedestrian accident that resulted in serious injuries and the death of an emotional support animal due to alleged negligence at an apartment complex crosswalk lacking...
Florida Attorney General’s Office Secures $7.4 Billion from Purdue Pharma and the Sackler Family for Fueling the Opioid Crisis
The Florida Attorney General’s Office announced that, following Florida-led efforts, a $7.4 billion multistate settlement has been reached with members of the Sackler family and Purdue Pharma, Inc. for their instrumental role in creating the opioid crisis.
Value of Dwayne Haskins wrongful death case discovered; Family and widow continue legal war
PITTSBURGH - With the wrongful death lawsuit brought on behalf of former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins coming to a close, a federal judge has refused to silence any concerns his widow has with a documentary planned by his parents.
Plaintiff alleges negligence by retail giant over hazardous store conditions
Lisa Hawkins has filed a lawsuit against The Home Depot after sustaining injuries from an alleged hazardous condition at one of their stores in West Palm Beach.
Plaintiff alleges Board of County Commissioners discriminated based on Race and Religion
A former firefighter has taken legal action against Palm Beach County's Board of Commissioners alleging racial and religious discrimination during his tenure at their fire department.
Customer Sues Car Dealership Over Negligence Leading to Injury
Carole Williams has filed a lawsuit against Schumacher Auto Group alleging negligence after she tripped over uneven pavers at their dealership.
Plaintiff alleges major retailer's negligence caused severe injury
Lisa Hawkins has filed a lawsuit against The Home Depot entities over alleged negligence leading to her injury at one of their stores in West Palm Beach.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Property Owner After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Nigel Joseph Taylor has filed a lawsuit against Heisner Enterprises Partnership for negligence following an injury sustained from a slip-and-fall incident on their property.
Troutman Pepper Locke Reports Strong Performance in 2024 League Table Rankings
Troutman Pepper Locke continues to perform well in the industry league table rankings released by LSEG (formerly Refinitiv) and Bloomberg, notably ranking as the No. 4 firm in Bloomberg’s US Equity Linked: Legal Adviser – Issuer Ranked by Volume category.
Prominent Attorney Scott MacCormack Brings Top Corporate and Venture Capital Practice to Holland & Knight
Holland & Knight has bolstered its Corporate, M&A and Securities Practice Group with the addition of Scott MacCormack as partner.
VLI Joins Raymond James Valor Network
To better serve veterans in the Tampa Bay region and beyond, the Raymond James National Veteran Inclusion (Valor) Network has added Stetson’s Veterans Law Institute to the portfolio of organizations that help it support those who have served.
Javier Lopez Appointed to Miami Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board
Vedder Price is pleased to announce that shareholder Javier Lopez has been appointed by the Mayor of Miami and the City Commission to the Miami Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board (PZAB).The Board acts as the gatekeeper for real estate development for the City of Miami.