In a dramatic legal turn, a couple from Florida has filed a lawsuit against a foreign profit corporation, alleging negligence that led to severe injuries. The complaint was filed by Donald Ross and Deborah Ross in the Circuit Court of Pinellas County, Florida, on November 4, 2025, targeting Eetho Brands, Inc. as the defendant.
The case revolves around an incident that occurred on June 25, 2024. On this day, Donald Ross was at the premises owned by Eetho Brands, Inc., located at 1310 North Hercules Avenue in Clearwater, Florida. He was there as a business invitee intending to conduct business with an adjacent tenant when he encountered what is described as a hazardous condition—wet debris dumped in the parking and walking area by Eetho Brands. This dangerous situation caused him to slip and fall, resulting in serious and permanent injuries. According to the complaint, this hazardous condition existed for a sufficient period or was recurrent enough that Eetho Brands should have been aware of it through reasonable care.
The plaintiffs argue that Eetho Brands failed in its duty to maintain safe premises. They allege that the company was negligent in several ways: creating or permitting the dangerous condition to exist; failing to maintain safe conditions; neglecting to inspect for hazards; and not warning customers about potential dangers. As a result of these alleged failures, Donald Ross suffered significant physical injuries accompanied by pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, medical expenses, loss of earnings capacity, and aggravation of pre-existing conditions. The complaint states these damages are either permanent or ongoing.
Deborah Ross also claims damages due to her husband’s injuries under the premise of loss of consortium. She asserts that because of her husband’s incapacitation due to his injuries sustained from the fall caused by Eetho Brands’ negligence, she has been deprived of his services and companionship—a loss she expects will continue into the future.
The plaintiffs are seeking judgment for damages exceeding $50,000 exclusive of interest and costs against Eetho Brands. They demand compensation for both personal injury and loss of consortium along with any associated relief deemed appropriate by the court. Furthermore, they request a trial by jury on all issues eligible for such proceedings.
Representing Donald and Deborah Ross are attorneys Justin C. Johnson and Kevin M. Cooper from Justin C. Johnson & Associates P.A., based in St. Petersburg, Florida. The case has been assigned Case Number 25-006226-CI in Pinellas County’s Circuit Court.
Source: 25006226CI_Donald_Ross_v_Eetho_Brandst_Complaint_Pinellas_County_Florida.pdf
