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Civil RICO Liability: Forced Divestiture, Dissolution Or Reorganization
The Racketeer Influenced & Corrupt Organization Act (RICO Act) contains civil provisions. A civil RICO lawsuit may be filed by an individual, private company, or a government agency. One of the most notable things about civil RICO litigation is that plaintiffs can obtain treble damages. Defendants could face significant financial liability if they lose… Read More »
Pike & Lustig Wins in Appellate Court: Circuit Court Judge’s Ruling Reversed
In the case of Thomas G. Hinners, Mary J. Wamser and Florida Affordable Housing, Inc. (Appellants) v. Brian J. Hinners (Appellee) in Florida’s District Court of Appeal’s 4th District, Pike & Lustig Partners Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig represented the Appellants in their request to reverse the judge’s ruling on their case in circuit… Read More »
Michael Pike and Pike & Lustig are happy to support our colleague and friend, Grasford Smith, in his pursuit for re-election to the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Board of Directors
“Grasford has been serving the community for much of my legal carrier in several voluntary bar organizations. He has served our community, our attorneys and the general public in every endeavor he has undertaken. This proven track record of success establishes that Grasford is the right choice!” – Michael Pike, Managing Partner, Pike… Read More »
Holiday Party Liability
The holidays are upon us and although this year may look a bit different than others, friends and family wishing to get together will undoubtedly find a way to do so. Although Florida Health recommends that everyone refrain from hosting gatherings of more than 10 people, there are no actual travel restrictions currently in… Read More »
Pike & Lustig, LLP Gives Back to Those in Need
It’s officially the season of giving and a time to be thankful for all the blessings life has to offer. With everyone looking forward to the holidays, it’s also important to remember that some festive celebrations are grander than others and now is the time to help the less fortunate in any way you… Read More »
Maryland Man Sentenced to One Year in Jail for Violating Capacity Restrictions in March
In what appears to be one of the most severe sentences related to Covid-19 in the country, a Maryland man was sentenced to one year in jail for holding two large parties that violated the state’s order against gatherings of more than 10 people. In late March, when capacity restrictions at the beginning of… Read More »
Family Whose Gender Reveal Party Caused Lethal El Dorado Fire May Face Criminal Charges
On September 5, a family hosting a gender reveal party triggered a smoke-generating pyrotechnical device that malfunctioned and caught fire. Although they tried to contain the fire, they were unsuccessful, and it has continued to spread throughout San Bernardino County. Dubbed the “El Dorado Fire,” it has now burned over 19,000 acres and killed… Read More »
Palm Beach County Educators Remain in the Dark as Schools Set to Open September 21st
Earlier this week, the president of the Palm Beach County Classroom Teachers Association, Justin Katz, sent a letter to the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Donald Fennoy, asking for the following: Immediate removal and replacement of Chief of Human Resources, Dr. Gonzalo La Cava Fix the issues facing educators who are teaching both in-classroom and… Read More »
Florida Teachers Union Wins Lawsuit
The Florida Education Association fought back after Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran ordered schools to reopen classrooms by Aug. 31 or risk losing funding. And now, a Florida judge has sided with the teachers. Leon County Judge Charles Dodson ruled that a statewide mandate that local school officials resume in-person instruction this month amid the… Read More »
Election Day Results: Voters Decide on 10 Primaries for State Attorney and Public Defender Offices
Primary Election Day was August 18th, and it seems as though we are starting to see the first results from the contest. Recently released unofficial tallies from the Secretary of State’s Division of Elections website reveal the most likely outcomes from Tuesday’s Primary Election: Long-time 11th Circuit State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle fended off… Read More »
Are Mandatory Vaccinations Legal?
The short answer is yes – and the legal precedent dates back to 1905. Back in February of 1902, amid the smallpox epidemic, the Board of Health in Cambridge, Massachusetts, introduced a regulation requiring that any resident who had not been vaccinated against the disease in the previous five years must be vaccinated or… Read More »
Re-Opening Florida’s Schools: What Rights Do Parents & Teachers Have?
On July 20th, 2020, The Florida Education Association, a union representing 145,000 educators, filed a lawsuit against Governor Ron DeSantis and the state’s Department of Education in an attempt to stop schools from reopening at the end of August. The lawsuit argues Florida’s plan to reopen schools is unsafe due to the coronavirus pandemic,… Read More »
Florida Education Association Sues to Keep Schools Closed
Amid the recent controversy surrounding the decision of whether to reopen Florida’s schools at the end of August, The Florida Education Association, a union representing 145,000 educators, filed a lawsuit against Governor Ron DeSantis and the state’s Department of Education in their own attempt to stop that from happening. The lawsuit argues Florida’s plan… Read More »
2020 Marks First Year Backyard Fireworks on 4th of July Legal in State of Florida
Independence Day is this Saturday, and as the weekend approaches, it’s worth remembering that this year, fireworks are legal on the 4th of July. Previously, Floridians buying fireworks have been legally required to sign an affidavit stating their roman candles, sparklers and spinners will be used for agricultural and fishery purposes, specifically for “frightening birds from… Read More »
Does Business Interruption Insurance Cover COVID-19?
The novel coronavirus and its impact on the global economy no longer need an introduction. The impact of mitigation instituted to prevent the spread of the virus is incomparable to anything our economy has previously faced, and for many, the future is gravely uncertain. For business owners exploring ways to weather the storm, many… Read More »
Gyms Facing Criticism May Now Face Lawsuits
As part of the essential lockdown that the US is now facing, state governments have ordered the closure of all gyms amid COVID-19. However, that hasn’t stopped some gyms from continuing to charge their customers. Many gyms have maintained the automatic charges, continuing to remove money from the bank accounts of gym members, even… Read More »
Pike & Lustig Sets Up Free Hotline for Business’ and Business Owners’ Coronavirus-Related Questions
Businesses and organizations that are struggling to navigate the coronavirus crisis are turning to their attorneys and other business advisers with questions, concerns and urgent needs for guidance and support. To help provide answers, Pike & Lustig, LLP has set up a free hotline, where businesses and organizations can ask questions via phone. Businesses… Read More »
Who is Considered an “Essential” Worker during the Coronavirus Pandemic?
As of right now, there are more than 42,000+ cases of coronavirus in the US, and more than 500 Americans have lost their lives to the highly contagious disease. But these numbers are unfortunately increasing by the minute. To help combat the spread of COVID-19, more and more states have ordered their millions of… Read More »
Are Ballot Selfies Really Illegal?
You may have heard that taking a picture of yourself with your ballot when you vote and posting it on social media is against the law. Well, here in Florida, it may surprise you to learn that yes, it is. There is no federal law regarding ballot selfies in the US, so creating laws… Read More »
7 Things Lawyers Look for In Jurors
If you haven’t already, at some point in your adult life, there’s a very good chance that you’ll be called for jury duty. However, the odds that you’ll actually be selected as a jury are much lower. To some, that’s a big relief, to others, it’s a potential vacation with free lunch. But what… Read More »
