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Morgan & Morgan sued on false advertising claim

Published on September 27, 2017 in Statewide/Top Headlines by Jim Rosica

A Philadelphia law firm has sued the Orlando-based Morgan & Morgan law firm in federal court, saying its well-known ads are “misleading” potential clients. Those ads, well known from billboards and sides of buses in the Sunshine State, wrongly give the impression that the firm “actively litigate(s) claims in Pennsylvania” when its personal-injury practice there is actually “non-existent or minimal,” the suit said.

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‘Nothing, nothing.’ Aid lags in hurricane-torn Puerto Rico

Published on September 27, 2017 in 2017/Top Headlines by Associated Press

Relatives helped Maribel Valentin Espino find shelter when Hurricane Maria roared through her community in northern Puerto Rico. Neighbors formed volunteer brigades to cut fallen trees and clear twisty mountain roads after the storm had passed. Now, friends and a local cattle ranch provide the water they need to survive in the tropical heat.

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Poll: Adam Putnam is front-runner in governor’s race

Published on September 27, 2017 in 2017/Top Headlines by A.G. Gancarski

It’s clear that Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam has been running a careful race for Florida governor. And Republican voters like what they are seeing, according to a new poll from the Florida Chamber of Commerce.

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Poll: John Morgan is leading Democratic field for Florida governor

Published on September 27, 2017 in 2017/Top Headlines by A.G. Gancarski

John Morgan — who has been flirting a political campaign — is leading the Democratic field in the Florida governor’s race. In a new poll of 263 likely Democratic voters by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, the Orlando-based trial lawyer has the support of 23 percent, a number putting him well ahead of former U.S. Rep. Gwen Graham, who is in second place at 15 percent.

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Firefighters, first responders continue lining up behind Jack Latvala

Published on September 27, 2017 in Statewide/Top Headlines by Phil Ammann

Jack Latvala is expanding his appeal as a “hero” with first responders across Florida. On Wednesday, the Clearwater Republican announced firefighters in St. Petersburg, Coral Gables and Indian River County have added their support to his bid to become Florida governor.

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Joe Henderson: Two cities, one big push for Amazon

Published on September 27, 2017 in The Bay and the 'Burg/Top Headlines by Joe Henderson

The news that Tampa and St. Petersburg will work together to attract the much-sought new Amazon headquarters is exactly what outsiders have been saying for decades this area needs to do. This goes back to when the squabbling sibling cities submitted separate proposals to attract a Major League Baseball team. Baseball bosses rolled their eyes and said this place needs to act as one if it wants to join the league of important cities.

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