Unlucky
Sorry to hear that. Flight schools never change, the thieving bastards.
I also trained in florida years ago, and got stung with my ppl. Was charged for hours I didn't do. And the money in my account dried up far too quickly. After disputing, I only received credit and no physical cash forcing me to stay.
Lesson learned. Always owe flight schools money, never the other way round.
I hope legal action works, and you don't get shafted again. Good luck.