American Management Services, Inc., and Brandy Fedorak v. Juanita Merced

Appellants American Mánágement Services, Inc., d/b/a Pinnacle Realty Group, Inc. (“Pinnacle”) and Brandy Fedorak appeal the denial of their motion to compel arbitration. Because we find that the trial court erred in failing to set an expedited evidentiary hearing,' we reverse and remand.

Appellee Juanita Merced sued Pinnacle, her former employer, and Fedorak, her former regional manager,, alleging negligent and intentional infliction of emotional distress, violation of the Florida Whistle-blower Act, and violation of the Florida Civil Rights Act. Pinnacle and Fedorak filed a motion to compel…