Over the course of her career, Ms. Tarassova has represented clients in high-stakes cases involving disfiguring injuries, nerve damage, infections, surgical errors, retained foreign bodies, and catastrophic outcomes following elective surgery. She has successfully challenged arbitration clauses, prevailed in presuit medical-malpractice disputes under Chapter 766, and secured significant settlements for clients harmed by negligent cosmetic providers.
Her work has been highlighted in news stories covering the dangers of poorly regulated med spas, and she is frequently sought out for her ability to translate highly technical medical concepts into clear, persuasive narratives for judges, juries, mediators, and the public. Through her writing, speaking, and social-media presence, Ms. Tarassova aims to raise awareness about patient safety in the booming cosmetic-procedure market and to advocate for stronger consumer protections.
Louiza obtained a jury verdict for $250,593.00 in a personal injury case against Pollo Tropical. A young woman had been served scalding hot soup through the drive-thru of the fast food restaurant in a thin paper bag. The hot soup fell out of the bag, spilling directly onto her lap and causing her to suffer 2nd degree burns to her thighs and lap area. The popular restaurant chain refused to take responsibility for the young woman’s injuries, arguing that her injuries were temporary and her medical bills were low. The medical bills were only $500 (because there is not much that can be done for a burn). Louiza litigated with the company for a year and a half and after a three-day trial, the jury returned a verdict in her client’s favor.
In January 2019, Louiza Tarassova filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of her client and all others whose homes were damaged by the construction company hired to perform the I-4 Ultimate Improvement Project by the Florida Department of Transportation. Our client came to us almost in tears after her she had endured years of loud noise and damaging vibrations to her home on a daily and nightly basis from the road construction. By June 2019, eleven additional plaintiffs joined the lawsuit. Although the construction company continues to deny any liability, the damage suffered by homeowners living in the vicinity of the construction zone is undeniably clear. Louiza is proud to fight for justice in this case and is hopeful that her efforts will result in fair compensation for all those families that have suffered damages.
Recently, Louiza helped filed a class action against an eye lash serum manufacturer, claiming that the cosmetics manufacturer failed to warn consumers about the dangers of its products.
Memberships
Louiza Tarassova is a proud member of the Florida Justice Association and the Central Florida Trial Lawyers Association.
