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LPR Team Investigates Dozier School for Boys: A Mission of Truth and Reparation for a Suffering Long Forgotten

On May 12, 2022, LPR Attorneys Mike Papantonio and Troy Rafferty, along with LPR Investigator Carol Moore, traveled to Marianna, Florida, to walk the site of a horrific tragedy—one that lasted over 100 years. The Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys (formerly known as the Florida School for Boys) was a “reformatory” school from 1900 to 2011. Far from reforming, the goals of this institution were to exploit, beat, torture, and sometimes murder the boys who were sent there. The town knew. The courts knew. Police, legislators, and regulators knew. Nobody did a thing to stop it.

Investigation of Former Destin, FL Broker C. Ronald Patton for Possible Unsuitable Recommendations

The Pensacola, Florida based law firm Levin Papantonio Rafferty is investigating possible claims involving a formerly registered broker C. Ronald Patton (a/k/a Clarence Ronald Patton or Ron Patton), who was previously registered with Alexander Capital, L.P., Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, and Summit Brokerage Services, Inc.

FINRA Bars Broker Kevin Mark Nevin From Acting as a Broker

Broker Kevin Mark Nevin, a previously registered broker and investment advisor, has been barred by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) from acting as a broker or other associating with any broker-dealer firm. BrokerCheck has published the details of the barring on its website.

LPR Trial Team Wins Verdict in Bard Ventralex Trial

The Levin Papantonio Rafferty trial team won a verdict declaring the C.R. Bard Ventralex hernia mesh to be defectively designed and unreasonably dangerous.

FDA Got Tired of Waiting for Philips to Do the Right Thing with CPAP—So They’re Making Them Do It

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has called out Philips Respironics for its inadequate efforts in notifying patients, suppliers, and healthcare providers of a massive recall of some of the company’s breathing assistance devices. On March 10, 2022, the agency ordered the company to notify these users of the recall and the products’ risks.

Former Broker Steve Jeffrey Cummings Accused of Unsuitable Investments for Clients

Steve Jeffrey Cummings of Alabama is a previously registered broker; most recently employed by Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc. Cummings has been the subject of a handful of customer disputes alleging unsuitable conduct involving the sales of Non-Conforming Investments and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).

Ascension Michigan Data Breach Lawsuits

Recently, Ascension Michigan notified patients that an unauthorized individual was able to gain access to the company’s electronic health record system, resulting in personally identifiable information (PII) being compromised. Ascension Michigan detected “suspicious activity” in the organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR), and on November 30, the hospital system’s investigation revealed that an unauthorized individual had inappropriately accessed patient data.

National Math and Science Initiative Data Breach Lawsuits

On February 7, 2022, the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) sent notifications to 191,255 people, alerting them of a data security incident that exposed personally identifiable information (PPI).

The Opioid Settlement: The Hardest-Hit Communities Might See Funds as Early as May

The opioid epidemic has killed hundreds of thousands of people and wounded an entire generation. But now there’s a glimmer of good news for U.S. communities crippled by the crisis that’s been cutting short lives, tearing apart families, and otherwise wreaking havoc for decades: Help is finally on the way.

Florida Politician Cheat Sheet

We elect our Senators and Representatives to act as our eyes, ears, and voices when important decisions affect our well-being—whether it’s economic, social, physical, or emotional. Do not hesitate to let these elected officials know what you think, need, and want.

We’ve put together a cheat-sheet of contact information for all the Florida Senators, Congressmen, and Congresswomen. It’s time to reach out and let them know how the “FPL Hustle” has affected you—and what you expect them to do about it.

LPR Partner Virginia Buchanan Appointed to Plaintiffs Leadership Team in Philips CPAP MDL

Levin Papantonio Rafferty congratulates Attorney Virginia Marie Buchanan, a partner with the law firm, for her appointment to the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee (PSC) in the Philips CPAP, Bi-Level PAP, and Mechanical Ventilator Products Litigation (MDL No. 3014).

Attorney Buchanan said she looks forward to bringing justice to those who have suffered from the defective medical devices.

Thousands of U.S. communities to receive opioid recovery funds from $26 billion global settlements as soon as May 2022

Washington, D.C. (February 25, 2022) – Today, the National Prescription Opiate Litigation Plaintiffs’ Executive Committee confirmed participation of over 90% of litigating local governments nationwide in the $26 billion global opioid settlements finalized with the “Big Three” drug distributors - AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, and McKesson - and opioid manufacturer Johnson & Johnson.

Court Denies MindGeek's Motion to Dismiss in a Case Involving Two Sex Trafficking Survivors

An Alabama federal judge has denied MindGeek’s Motion to Dismiss the complaint brought on behalf of two sex trafficking survivors (Case 7:21-cv-00220-LSC). Lawyers for the Plaintiffs are also seeking injunctive relief for the class members, which would put in place additional verification and protective measures on the website.

The Ethics and Roles of Hotels and Motels That Facilitate Sex Trafficking

A February 2022 study digs deep into the hospitality industry, uncovering disturbing trends and practices that mark how sex trafficking is happening right under our noses—all in the name of profit.

Discussions about sex trafficking typically conjure images of smarmy criminals running their rackets in seedy surroundings. In reality, modern traffickers count on corporate enablers—sometimes even business allies—to keep their operations running and profitable.

FPL Citizens’ Letters

The letters from incensed, confused, and frustrated Florida residents continue to stream into the Levin Papantonio Rafferty office. We are posting them here as a living log of the voices of the people.

Please feel free to add your voice.

You should be heard.

From: Bob H.

Date: February 10, 2022, at 6:37:36 AM CST

What You Need to Know About NextEra’s Role in Your Increased Utility Bill (There’s A Lot)

The last few months have seen a lot of focus on Florida Power & Light (FPL). However, local residents might want to shift their gaze a little higher up the corporate chain—all the way up to FP&L’s parent company, NextEra Energy—if they want real answers to the baffling blow of Florida’s explosive utility rates.

90 Percent of Eligible Local Governments Join $26 Billion Opioid Settlement

It looks like a $26 billion proposed settlement could move full steam ahead after 90% of 6,000 U.S. cities and counties gave their nod of approval, Reuters reported. The deal would resolve local governments’ lawsuits alleging that top drug distributors Johnson & Johnson, McKesson Corp., AmerisourceBergen Corp., and Cardinal Health Inc. powered the nation’s opioid epidemic.

LPR Associate Attorney Madeline Pendley Is Named an Inweekly “Rising Star”

Inweekly has recognized Madeline Pendley, an associate attorney at Levin Papantonio Rafferty (LPR) law firm, as a “Rising Star” in Florida. She is listed in the 2022 edition of the well-respected publication, which strives to recognize young leaders throughout the Pensacola area.

NYU Must Face Campus Fees COVID Claims

New York University (NYU) won a battle but still has more fighting to do after a federal judge rejected a motion to dismiss a proposed class action against the institution.

LPR’s Tim O’Brien Will Try Second Bellwether Trial in Bard Hernia Mesh MDL in March

Levin Papantonio Rafferty (LPR) Attorney Tim O’Brien will be serving as Co-Lead Counsel for the Plaintiffs in the second bellwether trial for the Bard hernia mesh multidistrict litigation (MDL). The trial will commence on March 21, 2022.

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