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Florida Air Conditioning Repair Company Charged With Consumer Fraud, Allegedly Targeted Senior Citizens
Sadly, consumer fraud remains a serious problem in Florida. Our state consistently has more consumer fraud complaints per capita than the national average. In the latest in a long line of fraud claims filed in Florida, a company from Valrico was sued by state officials for allegedly defrauding its customers. According to reporting from… Read More »
Road Construction Accidents and Personal Injury Claims
If you need to go through a construction zone, slow down and obey the directions. Lowering the speed is important because it is the only way to ensure that you will be able to identify the directions and that you can respond in time to prevent a pedestrian accident or a car accident in… Read More »
Pop Star Jennifer Lopez Sued for Copyright Infringement—For Posting a Photo of Herself
According to reporting from USA Today, a paparazzi company has filed a copyright infringement claim against singer and actress Jennifer Lopez. It is the latest in a growing trend of cases in which celebrities are being sued for copyright infringement for posting photos of themselves. Several similar claims have been filed in recent years,… Read More »
Whiplash Can Be Devastating – Don’t Suffer Alone
Millions of cases of whiplash take place each year across the U.S. Out of these injuries, at least one in 50 will develop chronic pain that needs ongoing medical attention. One out of every 100 will suffer lifelong pain from the injury. Whiplash injuries should not be underestimated after a car accident. If you… Read More »
Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments in Landmark LGBTQ Employment Discrimination Cases
On October 7th, 2019, the Supreme Court of the United States heard oral arguments in three key employment law cases. In the coming year, the nation’s highest court is set to decide whether or not discrimination against LGBTQ workers amounts to sex discrimination under federal law. Here, our Miami employment law lawyers explain the… Read More »
When is a Settlement Taxable?
If you have suffered injuries in an accident and you are trying to get a settlement for your injuries, one of the questions people in this situation often ask is what the tax implications are for the compensation that they win as a result of their case. Is the settlement from a personal injury… Read More »
What You Need to Prove to Prevail in a Civil Rico Claim in Florida
RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) refers to the state and federal laws that are used to bring criminal and civil penalties against ongoing criminal organizations. Though it is not well known, RICO claims are sometimes brought against legitimate businesses that are engaged in systematic fraud. Under Florida’s RICO statute, plaintiffs can hold… Read More »
The Dangers of Restaurant Slip and Fall Accidents
Although restaurants are places of celebration and relaxation, they also present certain dangers. Restaurants are common places for slip and fall accidents due to the common presence of cooking oils, cleaning liquids, and spilled food and drinks. Additionally, flooring imperfections, ice on sidewalks, and other typical building or environmental hazards may cause dangers to… Read More »
What to Do If You Think an Employee is Stealing from Your Business
By the very nature of the relationship, employers must put a considerable amount of trust in the hands of their employees. Unfortunately, in far too many cases, this trust is abused. According to reporting from CNBC, employee theft causes American businesses to lose nearly $50 billion each year. For small business owners, employee theft… Read More »
Head-On Collision Kills Two
Two Florida drivers were killed when one crossed the median, colliding head-on with another vehicle. Both were pronounced dead at the scene and troopers launched an investigation to discover the cause of the deadly accident on Highway 20. Although not common, head-on collisions have higher injury and fatality rates than other car accidents. Injuries… Read More »