Nuisance

In a heated Coral Gables property dispute, the Knights of Columbus Council No. 3274 sued longtime event manager Fetes & Events, Inc. over control of a historic community hall at 270 Catalonia Avenue. The Knights accused Fetes of breaching fiduciary duties, trespassing, and disrupting charitable events vital to their mission, including allegations of sabotage and unauthorized surveillance. Fetes countered that the Knights had accepted its practices for years and only objected after benefiting from the arrangement. After hearing conflicting accounts, a Miami-Dade jury on April 29, 2025, sided entirely with Fetes & Events. The verdict cleared Fetes of all claims, leaving the Knights without damages or control changes. The case underscores the importance of clear management agreements and consistent oversight in long-term business relationships.