GAVILAN et al v. BALANS, L.C. et al

Filing 26

ORDER granting without prejudice 18 Defendants Balans, L.C. and Balans Dadeland, LLC's Motion to Dismiss. Plaintiffs are granted leave to amend the complaint, consistent with this Order, by no later than 12/23/2014. Signed by Judge Federico A. Moreno on 12/9/2014. (rtn)

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