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Estate Sues Nursing Home Entities Over Alleged Negligence Leading to Resident’s Death

In a significant legal move, the estate of a deceased nursing home resident has filed a lawsuit against multiple entities and individuals associated with the care facility where she resided. The complaint was lodged by Susan Marie Anthony, acting as the personal representative of Betty Ann Darling’s estate, in the Circuit Court of the Sixth […]

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Patient Alleges Medical Negligence Against Doctor and Healthcare Facilities Following Surgery Complications

In a dramatic legal move, a Pinellas County resident has filed a lawsuit against a prominent medical doctor and two healthcare facilities, alleging severe medical negligence. Jillian Phillips lodged the complaint on November 12, 2024, in the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pinellas County, Florida, targeting Dr. Kevin Lamar Powell and the […]

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Plaintiff alleges negligence against resort owner after injury from unsafe equipment

A serious injury incident at a popular Florida resort has led to a legal battle that highlights the importance of property safety standards. On November 11, 2024, Myrna Carmona filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pinellas County, Florida, against 5500-5600 Gulf Blvd. IG LLC. The case revolves around […]

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Insurance Firm Alleges Negligence by Condominium Association Over Water Damage

In a legal dispute that underscores the importance of property maintenance and insurance coverage, Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against Coral Pointe at Harbourside Owners’ Association, Inc. The complaint was filed on November 14, 2024, in the County Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pinellas County, Florida. The case […]

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Governor makes two Orange County judicial appointments

Gov. Ron DeSantis November 22 make two judicial appointments to the Orange County Court. Heather Guarch of Winter Park to serve as judge on the Orange County Court Guarch has served as a regional legal advisor for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement since 2018. Previously, she served as an assistant state attorney in the […]

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