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For individuals and businesses in Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto counties that are involved in legal matters, understanding the laws surrounding process service in Florida is essential. Process service ensures that all parties involved in a legal matter are properly notified, allowing the case to proceed fairly and smoothly. Florida’s strict regulations, outlined in Chapter 48 of the Florida Sunshine Statutes, govern how process service must be carried out. At Accurate Serve®, with offices in Sarasota and Bradenton, we follow these

Time is a critical factor in all legal matters. Adhering to strict deadlines for service of process can be the difference between a smooth case and one plagued by problems. At Accurate Serve® of Sarasota, serving both Sarasota and Manatee counties, we understand the importance of deadlines in the legal system, especially related to service of process. Our team is dedicated to meeting all deadlines to ensure our clients’ cases move forward without unnecessary delays, or worse, dismissals. Let’s talk

In Sarasota and all over the Sunshine State, the 21st century has brought significant changes to the way legal documents are served, thanks to advancements in technology and adapting legal regulations. In this post, we’ll explore how the service of process is being modernized in the 21st century and what these changes mean for legal professionals and individuals. The Evolution of Process Serving Process serving, the act of delivering legal documents to individuals involved in legal proceedings, has always been

House Bill 837 (HB 837), recently signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, is poised to have a significant impact on the legal community in Florida. This new legislation introduces a variety of reforms aimed at reducing frivolous lawsuits and ensuring a more balanced legal system. Here’s a closer look at how these changes will affect legal professionals, clients, and the broader legal landscape in the state. Shifting the Bad Faith Framework One of the most notable changes brought about

Process servers play a crucial role in the legal system, ensuring that legal documents are delivered accurately and efficiently. At Accurate Serve® of Sarasota, we pride ourselves on our team of professional process servers who embody the skills and traits necessary for success in this field. Serving both Sarasota and Manatee counties, including the cities of Sarasota and Bradenton, our team offers process service, document retrieval, skip tracing, and diligent search services. But what exactly makes a process server successful?

If you need to serve process to certain types of businesses in Florida, the first thing you’ll need to do is figure out the contact information for the company’s registered agent. A registered agent is an individual officially designated by the company to receive mail, important documents, filings, and notices, including court process and other legal communications. In this post, we’ll discuss which types of businesses must be served via their registered agent, how to find a registered agent’s information,

If a process server is trying to find you to serve you legal papers, you may be wondering just how they’re planning to get in touch with you. Process servers have various methods at their disposal they can use to find process recipients. In this post, we’ll find out how process servers are allowed to contact process recipients in the state of Florida. In-Person The most common way a process server will attempt to reach you is in person. This

It’s not really out of the ordinary for some people to go to great lengths to avoid a process server. However, this childish behavior just delays the court case, since avoiding a process server will not stop the case from moving forward eventually. The delays add up to more fees and costs for everyone involved, plus adds a burden to the court system and schedule. Ultimately, the process will still be served and the case will move forward, whether the

From complex criminal cases to small claims court, court paperwork is always on the move. Process servers are crucial to the functioning of this system, making sure vital paperwork makes it to its intended recipient before the deadline. This ensures that the court schedule flows smoothly and cases don’t get backed up due to lack of notification. But exactly what types of papers do process servers deliver? In this post, we’ll go over some of the most common types of

The role of a process server is crucial for the formal delivery of legal documents, known as the service of process. These servers are responsible for ensuring that legal documents reach the appropriate individuals, businesses, or government entities. A question we often get from clients is “How many times will you attempt in-person service?” This post explains our stance on multiple personal service attempts and outlines what happens if personal service isn’t possible. How Many Times Will a Process Server