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U.S. Magistrate Judges Tuite and Flynn seek reappointment

United States Magistrate Judge Christopher P. Tuite’s term expires on February 4, 2026. United States Magistrate Judge Sean P. Flynn’s term expires on July 31, 2026. As required by law, the Middle District of Florida has established a merit selection panel to consider the reappointment of Judges Tuite and Flynn to an eight-year term in […]

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Plaintiff alleges Defendant of Defamation in Long-Term Relationship Dispute

Robert J. Wood, Sr. has filed a lawsuit against Kathy R. Feinerman in the Circuit Court for the 15th Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County, Florida, on February 11, 2025. The complaint accuses Feinerman of making false and defamatory statements that have allegedly damaged Wood’s reputation and caused him emotional distress. The plaintiff, Robert J. […]

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Plaintiff alleges Property Management Companies’ Negligence Led to Mold Exposure

In a gripping legal battle unfolding in Palm Beach, Florida, a local resident is taking on two property management companies over severe health issues allegedly caused by mold exposure. On February 11, 2025, Schella Polynice filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of the 157th Judicial Circuit against Sapphire Belle, LLC and Pennmark West Palm, […]

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Florida attorney general files class action against Target over its LGBTQ Pride campaign

The Florida Attorney’s Office has filed a class-action lawsuit against Target Corp., arguing that the retailer’s Board of Directors and CEO Brian Cornell failed to disclose financial risks related to its 2023 LGBT-Pride Campaign. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of the state’s Board of Administration, which oversees Florida investments and is a Target shareholder, […]

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