Author Archives: Charlie Gillette
Florida Man Sues Dunkin Donuts After Toilet Explosion
A Florida customer has filed a personal injury lawsuit against an Orlando Dunkin Donuts after a toilet exploded while he was using it, according to a recent news article. The plaintiff is seeking more than $100,000 in damages after claiming he suffered “severe and long-term injuries” after a toilet exploded in the men’s room… Read More »
Jacksonville Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Department Of Corrections After Inmate Dies Due To Alleged Beating
A Jacksonville family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Florida Department of Corrections after they allege that their loved one was beaten to death. The 43-year-old victim died in his prison cell on Easter Sunday of 2018. An attorney representing the family alleges that prison guards beat and pepper sprayed the victim… Read More »
Mother Files Lawsuit On Behalf Of Deceased Cannabis Worker Who Died On The Job
The mother of a cannabis cultivation employee recently filed a wrongful death lawsuit against her employer after her daughter died on January 7, 2022, after experiencing breathing problems. The 27-year-old decedent was working at the Florida-based operator’s facility in Holyoke, MA. According to a report published by the Centers for Disease Control, the 27-year-old… Read More »
Another Kraton Wrongful Death Lawsuit: Family Sues After Death Of Chemist
The family of a Florida resident who overdosed on kratom has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the chain of smoke shops that sold him the substance. This is the latest in a spate of wrongful death lawsuits filed against kratom manufacturers and retailers. According to the lawsuit, the 41-year-old decedent was found unresponsive… Read More »
Family Files Suit Against Panera Claiming Caffeinated Lemonade Led To Cardiac Arrest
The family of a 46-year-old Florida man has filed a wrongful death and personal injury lawsuit against Panera claiming that its caffeinated lemonade drink led to the man’s cardiac arrest. According to the lawsuit, the decedent had high blood pressure and never drank energy drinks. He believed the “Panera Charged Lemonade” was safe because… Read More »
Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Real Estate Company After Alligator Attack
A Florida family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a real estate company after an alligator attacked and ultimately killed their loved one while she was walking her dog in Florida. According to the lawsuit, the 85-year-old victim was walking her dog when the alligator attempted to attack the dog. She attempted to… Read More »
Georgia Supreme Court Issues Ruling In Negligent Security Cases
The Georgia Supreme Court recently issued a ruling in two consolidated negligent security cases. The cases examined the extent to which a premises owner could be held liable when a third party commits a criminal offense on their premises. The decision heralded a win for plaintiffs and was critical for maintaining the right to… Read More »
Florida Moves To Restrict Nursing Home Negligence Lawsuits
There are currently two amendments to nursing home negligence lawsuits that are being proposed by Florida legislators. The law would make nursing home abuse and negligence laws follow the same rules as Florida’s medical malpractice lawsuits. No adult children over the age of 25 would be able to sue on their parent’s behalf. Conversely,… Read More »
What Should I Do After A Hit-And-Run Accident In Florida?
Getting into a car accident is never a fun experience. It can be made all the worse if the other driver doesn’t stop after the collision as required by law. If the other driver doesn’t stop to exchange information, they may be charged with a crime in Florida. But in many cases, you may… Read More »
Family Files Lawsuit Against Las Vegas Metro After Man Is Stabbed On Bus
The family of a man who was stabbed more than 30 times has filed a lawsuit against the Las Vegas metro on the grounds of negligent security and wrongful death. According to the family, the man was attacked “without provocation” and the bus driver did not intervene on his behalf, instead allowing the man… Read More »
