Author Archives: Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig
FTC Announced Recovery of Nearly $1 Million For Consumers Subject To Deceptive
On January 25th, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it has recovered and will return more than $970,000 to consumers affected by deceptive billing practices. The FTC determined that NutraClick LLC—A Boston, MA company—unfairly charged people for unwanted monthly subscription fees for health supplements and cosmetics products. Within this blog post, our… Read More »
Florida Court: Fees/Costs Under FDUTPA Discretionary
On January 18th, 2023, the Florida Third District Court of Appeal issued a decision in the FDUTPA case of Virginia Hadad Gonzalez vs. Millin A. Nobregas. The appeals court determined that the awarding of attorneys’ fees and other legal costs under the deceptive and unfair practices is a discretionary matter for the court. Here,… Read More »
Where You Can Sue Matters As Much As Who You Sue
When you are injured in an accident you likely have given thought over who to sue. Sometimes the question is who to sue, and sometimes it’s how many people or entities may be liable for your injuries. But one thing you may not give thought to: where to sue, or more appropriately, where are… Read More »
Will You Pay Taxes On Your Settlement Or Verdict?
Let’s say that you are injured, and you make a personal injury claim, and you eventually recover compensation, whether through a settlement or through a jury verdict. You pay whomever needs to be paid out of that settlement, and the balance is yours. Except, you may have forgotten one person or thing that still… Read More »
Understanding Florida’s Offer Of Judgment Rule
As a general rule, in personal injury law, each party pays their own attorneys fees. The good news for injury victims is that in almost every case, you will pay your fees as a percentage of your settlement or verdict, so you won’t have to pay by the hour, and you won’t owe money… Read More »
Examining The Largest Personal Injury Lawsuit Settlement In Florida
In 2000, a jury in Miami awarded $11.4 billion in compensatory damages to a class of 700,000 Florida smokers and their families who filed a lawsuit against cigarette manufacturer, Philip Morris USA. The lawsuit claimed that the company misled consumers about the dangers of smoking and nicotine addiction. The lawsuit was filed on behalf… Read More »
Federal Judge Dismisses Shareholder Lawsuit Against DraftKings
DraftKings is one of the largest sports betting companies in the United States. It currently offers daily fantasy sports contests in Florida. According to a report from Legal Sports Report, the company recently prevailed in a shareholder lawsuit. A federal judge in the Southern District of New York dismissed a shareholder’s claim on the… Read More »
Activision Prevails In Shareholder Lawsuit Over Alleged Workplace Discrimination
According to a report from Courthouse News Service, Activision—the Santa Monica, CA based video game publisher—has prevailed in a shareholder lawsuit. The claim, which was filed by a group of pension funds based in New York State, alleged that the company engaged in workplace discrimination—thereby damaging their financial interests. The lawsuit was dismissed on… Read More »
What To Look For In A Personal Injury Attorney
If you have been injured in an accident or incident that was not your fault, then you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. In order to receive fair compensation, you will need to work with a personal injury attorney who can help you navigate the legal system and advocate for your rights…. Read More »
When To File A Slip And Fall Personal Injury Lawsuit
Slip and fall accidents can result in serious injuries, and it’s crucial to take appropriate legal action to seek compensation for the damages incurred. If you’ve suffered a slip and fall injury in Florida, it’s essential to understand when to file a personal injury lawsuit. Here are some critical factors to consider: Statute of… Read More »
Sexual Abuse In Nursing Homes Is A Real Concern
There are few things worse, both for the victim and for the family, than nursing home neglect. When we think of loved ones in a nursing home, unable to care for themselves, and being unattended to, it seems like that is the worst thing that can happen to an elderly person, unable to care… Read More »
How Do People Get Injured In Elevators?
Elevators are easy. You step in, press a button, and the cabin delivers you to your desired floor. But while all that may be the case, it also tends to make us overlook the dangers of an elevator. Certainly, when properly maintained and in working order, most all elevators are safe. But often, elevators… Read More »
Holes In The Ground Can Be Serious And Dangerous
In your daily life, walking around and falling into a hole is an unlikely event. The holes that actually present dangers to us aren’t the enormous ones that people completely fall into, but rather, the holes in the ground just small enough for your foot to go into. How Do Holes Happen? Holes happen… Read More »
Partnership Disputes: Navigating Cases With Partners Who Are Also Employees
Every company needs the right structure in order to succeed. For many different types of businesses, a partnership—whether a general partnership (GP), limited partnership (LP), or limited liability partnership (LLP)—may be the best option. By definition, business partners must put a great deal of faith into each other—especially so when a partner works for… Read More »
WWE Chairman Vince McMahon Faces Shareholder Lawsuit, Allegations That He Illegally Took Control Of The Company
According to a report from Bloomberg Law, Vince McMahon—the long-time head of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)—is being sued by a shareholder for allegedly improperly taking control over the company. Mr. McMahon resigned from his position last year after facing sexual harassment allegations. However, he returned to his leadership position at the WWE in early… Read More »
What To Do After A Dog Bite Incident
Dog bites are one of the most common personal injury claims and one of the saddest for both human and animal. If you are bit by a dog, it’s important that you see a doctor within eight hours of a dog bite, he says. Waiting longer raises your infection risk. If you have diabetes… Read More »
Four Things You Might Not Know About The Florida Deceptive And Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA)
Businesses in Florida are prohibited from using deception or other types of unjust commercial practices to sell their products or services. The Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) is a law that provides protections to parties engaged in a full range of commercial transactions. Within this blog post, our Miami deceptive &… Read More »
Steps For Filing A Personal Injury Lawsuit
Personal injury cases are unfortunately very common. Whether it’s a slip-and-fall incident, vehicular accident or dog bite, you must know the steps for filing a lawsuit to ensure you are properly compensated for medical bills and other damages. Here are the steps to take if you find yourself needing to file a personal injury… Read More »
Understanding How Friction Contributes To Slip And Fall Cases
Have you ever walked on a surface, and there is nothing on that surface, no foreign substance or water or dirt…and yet, it just feels very slippery? There’s a reason for that. Every surface has what is known as a coefficient of friction, and that’s a number or calculation that can play a large… Read More »
February Is Hit-And-Run Awareness Month In Florida
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has launched an awareness campaign for the month of February to reduce hit-and-run crashes and fatalities in Florida: February is now Hit-and-Run Awareness Month in Florida. According to their announcement, FLHSMV and its division of the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) are leading the state’s… Read More »
