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Father Leo Riley and Archdiocese of Dubuque Seek to Have Civil Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Dismissed (Filed in Florida County Court)
According to ABC 7 Suncoast News, Father Leo Riley and the Archdiocese of Dubuque are seeking to have a civil sexual abuse lawsuit that was recently filed by a victim in Charlotte County, Florida dismissed for lack of jurisdiction. Father Riley stands accused of sexually abusing five young boys in Dubuque, Iowa in the… Read More »
What is a Surety Bond and When is it Used?
In many businesses, an unpaid contract can be the end of your ability to do business. When there are contracts for large dollar amounts, and your business depends on cash flow, not getting paid on a contract can be a devastating blow to your ability to do business and pay your bills. If you… Read More »
What are the Leading Causes of Semi-Truck Accidents in Florida?
Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that more than 34,000 medium and heavy trucks were involved in crashes in the state in 2022. These collisions can happen for a wide range of different reasons. At Pike & Lustig, LLP, we handle all types of truck accident injury claims. It is our mission… Read More »
Two Key Deadlines You Need to Know About in Truck Accident Claims in Florida
Were you involved in a crash with a commercial truck in Florida? It is imperative that you take immediate action to protect your rights and your interests. Truck accident injury claims are time-sensitive. At Pike & Lustig, LLP, we want to make sure that you have the knowledge, tools, and legal resources to fight… Read More »
Famed Real Estate Investor Brothers from South Florida Face Sexual Abuse Charges
According to reporting from USA Today, a famed pair of real estate investor brothers from Miami-Dade County, Florida have been arrested and charged with serious sexual abuse offenses, including sex trafficking charges. Tal, Oren, and Alon Alexander has previously been sued civilly for sexual abuse. Here, our Miami sexual abuse lawyers provide a more… Read More »
Suing Third Parties for Using Your Stolen Trade Secrets
If your business has valuable trade secrets, you probably take measures to protect them. Maybe you have employees or contractors, or anybody exposed to or privy to your trade secrets, sign agreements promising they won’t disseminate, misuse, share, or misappropriate those trade secrets. Stolen Secrets, Multiple Parties But when those trade secrets are stolen,… Read More »
Derivative and Transformative Works: What’s the Difference?
In the world of intellectual property, and particularly with copyrights, not everything is a direct copy. In many cases, when someone uses someone else’s copyrighted works, the original work is changed or altered somehow or used in a different way or light, or else, used as part of a larger work. These are called… Read More »
Understanding the Defense of Res Judicata
You get one bite at the apple. That’s the cliché, but nowhere does it hold true than it does in law. Because when you file a lawsuit, you make whatever claims you think you can, and once they resolve, you don’t get to try them again. Res Judicata The legal phrase is called res… Read More »
What is a Receiver or a Receivership?
Often business or commercial litigation involves property that, while the lawsuit is going on, could diminish in value. That often happens with property that needs care or maintenance. These are the cases where a receiver may need to be appointed by a court. What is a Receiver? The best way to explain when a… Read More »
Credit Repair: Is it Legal and Legitimate?
You see advertisements everywhere promising to fix broken or bad credit. Simply pay a fee, and magically, your credit problems will go away, yielding a good credit score. Is that legitimate? What are these companies actually doing? Technically It’s legitimate At its core, the concept of credit repair is legal if it is being… Read More »
What is the Implied Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment?
If you rent out property, or manage property, or you’re the one renting or leasing the property, you need to be familiar with the concept of quiet enjoyment. Regardless of your written agreement, the concept is implied in contracts that have to do with rental property. Not Just Actual Noise Although the word quiet… Read More »
One Killed, One Seriously Hurt After Box Truck Crash in Palm Beach County
According to a report from CBS 12 News, one person was killed and one other person was severely injured after a bad crash involving a box truck in Palm Beach County. The catastrophic wreck is still being actively investigated by law enforcement. Here, our West Palm Beach box truck accident attorney explains what we… Read More »
What is Title IX and How Does it Protect Sexual Assault Victims?
Title IX is a federal regulation that strictly prohibits sex-based discrimination in all educational institutions that get any form of federal funding, including student loans for their students. Title IX has significant implications for how colleges, universities, and many other educational institutions handle sexual assault cases. Here, our Miami civil sexual assault lawyers explain… Read More »
Man Airlifted to Hospital After Crash With Truck Hauling Trailer in South Florida
According to a report from NBC 6 South Florida, a man was airlifted to a local emergency medical center after a crash with a truck that was hauling a trailer in Miami-Dade County. The catastrophic accident—which happened just before sunrise—is still under a more comprehensive investigation. Here, our Miami semi-truck accident attorney provides an… Read More »
Understanding Associational Discrimination Claims Under the ADA
Many of us are unfamiliar with our legal responsibilities under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and the requirement to avoid discrimination towards and to accommodate those with recognized disabilities. But one part of the ADA that many people don’t know even exists is the prohibition on discriminating against those employees who are associated… Read More »
What is Unjust Enrichment?
Did you ever think that you could win a lawsuit just because what happened to you wasn’t fair? No contract, no agreement, no fancy laws. Just the idea that, well, you got the short end of the stick. It may not sound very legal, but that’s actually a real legal theory, which can allow… Read More »
Whistleblower Reports Sexual Abuse at ICE Facility in North Florida
On November 14th, 2024, the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Center published a press release confirming that a former medical provider at the Baker County Detention Center in North Florida has raised questions about sexual abuse at the facility. Here, our Miami sexual assault and battery attorney provides a more comprehensive overview of the… Read More »
Truck Accidents in Florida: What is a Total Loss (Property Damage)?
Were you involved in a crash with a large commercial truck in Florida? You have the right to seek compensation for your damages, including your vehicle repairs. As a fully loaded tractor trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, even a relatively modest speed crash can cause major damage. In some cases, your vehicle… Read More »
How to Pass a Tractor Trailer Safely on a Highway in Florida
Tractor trailers are massive vehicles. When carrying a full load, they can weigh as much as 40 tons. For obvious reasons, passing a tractor trailer on a highway—where speeds regularly hit 50, 60, or even 70 miles per hour—can be stressful and intimidating. At Pike & Lustig, LLP, we are strong advocates for roadway… Read More »
The Use of Copyrighted Music at Political Campaign Events
Every election cycle, we often hear the same thing. A candidate used a particular song at a campaign rally or event, and the artist objects, and insists that the candidate stop using his or her copyrighted musical work. Are Politics Always Public? We tend to think of politics as being in the public domain…. Read More »
