Recent Blog Posts
Liability For Equine And Horseback Riding Accidents
Of all the sports and recreation activities that we have in Florida, there’s one that doesn’t get as much attention as many others: horses, horseback riding, and equine-based competitions and activities. Whether for competition, show, sport, or just fun, riding horses is a big activity in Florida. How safe is it to ride a… Read More »
Look For These Safety Measures In Or Around Residential Pools
Let’s say that you have a young child, and your child is invited to a friend’s house to play in the pool. It seems very safe; your child is a strong swimmer, and you consider the other family to be responsible. But have you considered all of the potential dangers, and the safety measures,… Read More »
Golf Cart Accidents On The Rise
Florida once again made national news this week when a 58-year old woman was arrested for driving a golf cart, while intoxicated on I-95. While driving on a highway in a golf cart is not often seen, as it is incredibly reckless and unusually audacious, it isn’t unusual to see residents of South Florida… Read More »
Back To School Season Means It’s Time To Review Street Safety With Your Kids
Florida is officially the most dangerous state to be a pedestrian. South Florida is considered the 14th most dangerous metropolitan area in the country for auto-pedestrian accidents, according to a study conducted by the nonprofit organization Smart Growth America that analyzed those types of crashes from 2009 to 2021. In fact, 7 of the top 20… Read More »
Florida Regulators Potentially Secures More Than $1 Million For Consumers (FDUTPA Violation)
On July 5th, 2022, the Office of Attorney General Ashley Moody announced enforcement action against Bruno LLC. The HVAC contractor operated as Bruno Total Home Performance and Bruno Air Conditioning in Florida. Owned by Louis Bruno, the company has its main offices in Naples and Bonita Springs. According to the allegations, the company used… Read More »
Did Your Business Partner Breach The Partnership Agreement? You Have Four Legal Options
A partnership agreement is the foundation of the legal relationship between business partners. While there are partnership laws in Florida, the partnership agreement serves as the basis for each partner’s rights and responsibilities. A breach of partnership agreement can cause serious harm to the non-breaching party. This raises an important question: What can you… Read More »
Medical Technology Company Faces Shareholder Lawsuit Over Delayed Shipment
According to a report from the Medical Device Business Journal, Outset Medical—a medical technology company based in San Jose, California—is facing a shareholder lawsuit over a shipment hold that was placed on one of its products in June of 2022. There was a sharp drop in the company’s share price after news of the… Read More »
How Do You Prove Pain And Suffering?
When you are trying to prove your damages or your injuries to an insurance company or to a jury, there are some ways to prove these items that may be obvious. For example, if you are seeking compensation for a medical expense you had, you present the medical bill. If you are looking for… Read More »
Parasailing Is Fun, But Can Be Dangerous
Parasailing is a common summer activity (or year round, here in sunny Florida). But parasailing is not without its risks and dangers, and a recent accident in the Florida Keys demonstrates just how dangerous parasailing can be. What is Parasailing? Parasailing is when someone is being pulled by a boat, and the parasailer or… Read More »
Ask These Questions When Speaking To Personal Injury Attorneys
If you are injured in an accident, you may be thinking of getting a good personal injury attorney. You’re already making good decisions; getting a qualified injury attorney is the best thing you can do after an accident. But once that decision is made, it’s time to select a personal injury attorney. You may… Read More »
Case Result: Did Award-Winning Photographer Bring Copyright Case Over Unregistered Photos? Defense Lawyers Say Yes
A lawsuit by Florida resident Charles Ngo over the alleged use of a copyrighted photograph by award-winning Texas photographer Tom Hussey has developed into a claim of fraud on the court, as the defense asserts the photo was never registered as claimed. South Florida lawyers Daniel Lustig, Michael J. Pike and Dominique Torsiello claim award-winning Texas photographer Tom… Read More »
Case Result: Should Have Skipped Leg Day: Gym Records Crush Defendant’s Protection Against $2.2M Judgment
A California dentist’s gym records foiled his alleged plans to avoid paying a $2.2 million judgment against him by claiming Florida homestead protection. A California resident’s reported love for exercise helped dash his chance of escaping a nearly $2.2 million judgment against him, plaintiffs lawyer Michael Pike said. The result was a landmark ruling against… Read More »
Pike & Lustig Case Result: South Florida Marketing Agency Wins $2.5 Million Verdict in Copyright Case
West Palm Beach lawyers won a $2.55 million verdict earlier this month in a copyright infringement case. A South Florida marketing agency that designed a website to promote singles clubs along the East Coast won a $2.55 million copyright infringement judgment earlier this month after one of its clients had the design copied and… Read More »
Miami Jury Orders Bar That Served Drunk Driver To Pay $96M In Damages
One of the largest verdicts ever in an automobile accident case was delivered by a Miami-Dade jury this month. A South Florida family whose daughter was killed and whose son was catastrophically injured by a drunken driver in 2015 was awarded $95 million in damages plus attorneys’ fees. The defendant, Georgetown Partnership, was ordered… Read More »
How To Protect Your Business From Slip And Fall Accidents
According to the National Floor Safety Institute, slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims and are the leading cause of occupational injury for people aged 55 years and older. The causes of slip and fall accidents are varied, ranging from wet floors to uneven surfaces, from improper cleaning to… Read More »
FACTA: Don’t Get Sued For What’s On Your Receipts
When you conduct a transaction with a customer or client, you probably give them a receipt, as you should. But can the simple act of giving a receipt get you into business trouble? Potentially, it can, under what is known as FACTS, or the Fair and Accurate Transactions Act. What is FACTA? FACTA has… Read More »
Copyright Infringement, Parody And The 1st Amendment
On one hand, we all know how important it is to respect others’ intellectual property. We know we can’t just use another company’s name, brand or login as our own, unless we want to get sued for copyright infringement. But the first amendment does protect our freedom of speech and we also know that… Read More »
Hit-And-Run Crashes On The Rise In Florida
The news of another child passing away from a hit-and-run accident that occurred in December of 2021 has the community reeling all over again. The crash occurred in Wilton Manors, Florida when a driver veered around a school bus, almost hitting the front driver’s side before driving off the road and onto the sidewalk,… Read More »
When It Comes To Minors, You Can Be Liable For What’s On Your Website
Let’s say that you have a website that has some component of social media or social interaction. Perhaps your website invites comments or commentary. Not all of that commentary will be helpful—in fact, much of it will be harmful, especially when it comes to minors. Could you be liable if a minor harms himself… Read More »
Federal Judge Dismisses Bank’s Civil RICO Lawsuit In Probate Dispute
According to a report from NPR Kansas City, a federal judge has dismissed a civil RICO lawsuit against the descendants (daughter and grandchildren) of Thomas Hart Benton, the famous painter and muralist. The civil racketeering case was filed by UMB Financial Corporation. The case has been dismissed based on the plaintiff’s failure to allege… Read More »
