Author Archives: Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig
AstraZeneca Prevails In COVID-19 Vaccine Shareholder Lawsuit
According to a report from Reuters, AstraZeneca—the multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company based in Cambridge, England—has prevailed in a shareholder lawsuit. The shareholder claim was centered around alleged lack of disclosures regarding the company’s COVID-19 vaccine. In this blog post, our Miami shareholder dispute attorney provides a more detailed explanation of the dismissal of… Read More »
How Jurors Are Picked In An Injury Case
To many people, the process of selecting a jury is somewhat of a mystery. It is sometimes reported on the news—usually in criminal cases—but the process is rarely detailed. You may know or hear that you are entitled to a “jury of your peers,” but on the other hand, you may also know that… Read More »
Understanding The Rear End Presumption In Florida Car Accident Cases
In the law, a presumption is something that you don’t have to prove—it’s assumed from day 1, the minute you walk into court. Think of a presumption as a “free pass,” allowing you to bypass what may otherwise be a difficult part of your case. The Rear End Presumption One major presumption in the… Read More »
Getting Punitive Damages Against A Company Isn’t So Easy
In Florida, a victim in an accident can get punitive damages against a Defendant. Generally to get punitive damages, a victim needs to show that the Defendant acted recklessly, without care, or almost intentionally. It is a much higher standard than just simple negligence. Getting Punitive Damages Against Companies On top of the difficulties… Read More »
When Will A Florida Court Approve An Accounting In A Partnership Dispute?
Are locked in a dispute with a business partner in Florida? Is the dispute centered around important financial issues? If so, a legal option called an “accounting” may be the most effective and efficient way to resolve the matter. It is crucial that you understand how a partnership accounting works and when a Florida… Read More »
Bed Bath & Beyond Faces Shareholder Lawsuit After Tragic Suicide Of Company’s CFO
In early September, Gustavo Arnal, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Bed Bath & Beyond committed suicide in a tragic incident in New York City. According to a report from Fox Business, the troubled retailer is now the focus of a shareholder lawsuit. Here, our Miami shareholder dispute attorney provides a more comprehensive overview… Read More »
Wrongful Death Suit Reaches Settlement
Last year, while on the set for the movie, “Rust”, famous actor Alec Baldwin was involved in a shooting that left the cinematographer of the film dead and the director severely injured. This past February 2022, the family of the cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Baldwin and others, including the… Read More »
What To Know About Causation And Civil RICO Claims
Through a civil racketeering lawsuit, a plaintiff can hold a defendant liable for three times the actual losses sustained due to a civil RICO violation. However, establishing liability in a civil racketeering case is never easy. There is a high bar that plaintiffs need to clear. One of the most important elements of bringing… Read More »
How Will You Pay Your Medical Expenses After An Accident?
Immediately after your accident, you will understandably have a lot of concerns and questions. Your car may be damaged, and you may be concerned about your work or how you will pay your bills. But there’s one thing that you will probably be most concerned about: How are you going to pay for the… Read More »
How Does Personal Injury Protection Work?
You may have heard that the law requires that all drivers in Florida have insurance. That’s true but it’s really only partially true. The type of insurance that is required is known as personal injury protection, or PIP insurance. But what is PIP insurance and how does it help you? Immediate Help for Accident… Read More »
Pedestrian Avoidance Technology Just Doesn’t Work Very Well
More and more we rely on the technology in our cars to keep us safe, and to avoid—or at least lessen the risk—of a collision. But technology is still not where it needs to be when it comes to crash avoidance—especially when it comes to avoiding pedestrian accidents. Pedestrian technology lags far behind the… Read More »
Getting To Know Tesla’s Autopilot Feature
Since Tesla launched its autopilot program back in 2015, the excitement over cars potentially driving themselves without human involvement has been on the rise. Now, self-driving systems are not only available in Tesla’s anymore. Many new cars offer a “hands-free” driving feature, and it appears the trend will only continue to become more popular… Read More »
Michael Pike Comments On Wrongful Death Lawsuit On CB12 News
On March 1, 2019, just after 6 a.m. on State Road 7 in Delray Beach, the driver of a 2018 Tesla Model 3 was using the autopilot feature when he fatally crashed into a semi-trailer truck. A wrongful death lawsuit was filed against Tesla as well as the truck driver and trucking company. In… Read More »
Tips For Safely Evacuating Due To Inclement Weather
As Hurricane Ian continues to gather strength, authorities in Florida are urging residents to begin evacuating low-lying areas and to prepare for dangerous storm surges, flooding and damage in the coming days. Mandatory and voluntary evacuations have already been issued in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Charlotte, Collier, Hernando, Sarasota and Manatee counties, including more than 300,000 people… Read More »
Fat Brands Will Pay $3 Million To Resolve A Shareholder Lawsuit
According to a report from Restaurant Business Magazine, Fat Brands—a Beverly Hills, CA restaurant conglomerate that owns major national and regional brands such as Fatburger and Johnny Rockets—will pay $3 million ($2.5 million in cash, $500,000 in stock) to settle a lawsuit from a shareholder. The underlying claim was related to the company’s alleged… Read More »
How To Prove A Predicate Act In A Racketeering Claim (Civil RICO Law)
The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO Act) is both a criminal and civil statute. The law allows individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations to hold offenders responsible for losses caused by unlawful racketeering activity. To establish liability in a civil racketeering claim, a claimant must prove that the defendant(s) engaged in a predicate… Read More »
How To Prevent Micro-Mobility Accidents & Injuries
E-scooters and e-bikes are becoming more and more popular as alternatives to conventional modes of transportation for short distance travel. Also referred to as “micro-mobility” products, many cities are also seeing an uptick of app-based services that offer e-scooters and e-bikes for rent. Of course, any increase of vehicles on the road increases the risk… Read More »
An Overview Of The Exceptions To The FDUTPA
The Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) is a state law that imposes liability on businesses and organizations engaged in “unfair methods of competition, unconscionable acts or practices, and unfair or deceptive acts or practices.” The FDUTPA grants broad legal protection to consumers and competing businesses. It allows private parties to sue… Read More »
What You Should Know About Medical Malpractice Claims
Medical malpractice claims can be some of the most difficult of personal injury claims to prove. Medical malpractice occurs when a care provider’s negligence causes an injury to one of their patients by not adhering to the standard of care. If you are considering a medical malpractice claim in Florida, a few things to… Read More »
What Is A Traumatic Brain Injury?
When you are in an accident, and you sustain impact to the head, the consequences can be immediate and devastating. But they can also be long term, even permanent, and just as devastating. Injuries to the brain can be life threatening, and can alter the way someone lives the remainder of their lives. Brain… Read More »
