Alexander v. Hall, Ferguson and Hewitt Mortuary, P.A. et al

Filing 14

ORDER granting 8 Motion to Dismiss without prejudice and leave to re-file no later than March 16, 2012. Signed by Chief Judge Federico A. Moreno on 2/28/2012. (dge)

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