Case Description
Florida sought an injunction and civil penalties, alleging that the defendant dredging companies conspired to rig bids and allocate contracts for various dredging projects throughout the state. In order to resolve the dispute without further litigation, the parties entered a settlement agreement in which the defendant dredging companies paid $4,235,000 in civil penalties, investigative costs and attorney’s fees. Additionally, the defendant companies were enjoined from the alleged conduct for a period of five years. (See also, Florida v. Hendry Corporation and Aaron Hendry; Florida v. Bean Dredging Corporation; Florida v. T.L. James & Co., Inc.; Florida v. Great Lakes Dredging and Dock Co. )
