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Healthcare Facility Accused of Negligence Leading to Patient’s Death

A devastating tale of alleged negligence has unfolded in Pinellas County, Florida, where a healthcare facility is accused of failing to provide timely and adequate care to a patient, leading to his untimely death. Michelle Markievich, acting as the personal representative of the estate of John W. Whaley Jr., filed a complaint against Apollo Healthcare […]

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Homeowner Sues Neighboring Companies Over Alleged Trespass and Negligence Causing Flood Damage

In a legal battle that underscores the complexities of property rights and neighborhood disputes, a homeowner has taken two companies to court over alleged negligence and property damage. Gary Dion filed a complaint on March 3, 2025, in the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pinellas County, Florida, against Pamatta LLC and Ynot […]

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Attorney General James Uthmeier Announces $79 Million Settlement with JUUL and Establishes the Vape Free Florida Fund

Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a $79 million settlement with JUUL Labs, Inc. to resolve litigation over the company’s past marketing that targeted children in Florida. As a result of the settlement, JUUL shall not take any action to reach youth in Florida in the advertising, promotion, or marketing of JUUL products. “As a father, […]

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