Civil Litigation in Florida and Federal Courts
Civil litigation concerns any non-criminal case that is brought before a civil court. Waters & Associates, P.A. is experienced in many types of cases that can be brought before Florida or even Federal courts, including these:
Personal injury
It is an unfortunate fact of life: every day, someone’s irresponsible actions cause injury or even death to an innocent victim.
- A school bus is hit by a driver who does not stop at a stop sign, injuring the children on the bus.
- A walk in the park with a child becomes a trip to the emergency room when the child is bitten by an unleashed dog.
- A quick trip to the grocery store causes injury when a shopper trips in a pothole in the parking lot.
- A simple home repair project becomes a nightmare when parts of a brand new power tool break free, striking the user.
These are just a few examples of the endless list of negligent acts that can change your life forever.
What you can recover
The Tallahassee personal injury attorneys at Waters & Associates, P.A. know that your losses can extend way beyond the cost of a doctor visit. We examine the full effect of the accident on your life, including the following costs:
- Medical bills: An initial visit to a doctor or the emergency room is just the beginning. You’re likely to need follow-up visits, and therapy
- Lost wages: If you are unable to work for an extended time, you are likely to lose income for some or all of that period.
- Physical and emotional suffering: Besides the physical pain of injury, the trauma of the accident can often cause significant mental anguish, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, requiring the support of a psychiatrist or psychologist.
- Permanent disability: If your injuries are permanent, you will incur significant costs to care for yourself or your family.
- Disfigurement: Permanent scars and other disfigurement can have significant effects on your life.
- Punitive damages: You may be entitled to additional damages if it is found that the negligent party has acted with malice or disregard for the law.
What we can do
Our Tallahassee personal injury attorneys have successfully handled many personal injury cases, with very successful results for clients. We handle all aspects of your personal injury claim:
- We take the time to really listen to your situation to learn not only what has happened, but what effects the accident has had on you and your family.
- To make sure we can prove the other person’s negligence, we help protect evidence. Evidence can be easily lost or destroyed, so it is very important to contact us as soon as possible after an injury.
- We know how to deal with difficult insurance companies to help ensure your claim is handled fairly.
- We handle your case within the legal time limits and according to all local legal requirements.
- We go to court well-prepared to fight hard for you. Take a look at the top of this page to see some of our Settlements to see what we have done in previous cases.
If you have been injured due to someone’s negligence, it is critical to seek medical attention first. Then you need to get qualified and compassionate legal assistance as soon as possible. Contact Waters & Associates, P.A. to protect your rights, obtain fair compensation, and get your life back on track. You pay nothing for our personal injury services until we win your case.
Refer to our Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions for helpful information about what you can do if you have been injured.
Real estate/construction litigation
Whether you own business or residential property, you can face a host of legal issues requiring skilled litigation by an attorney knowledgeable in Florida state and local laws and regulations. Just a few issues you might face include these:
- Construction contracts: An experienced attorney can help make sure that property owners do not experience any surprises, like hidden costs, questionable schedules, or low-quality materials or building practices. Similarly, construction companies can make sure their investments are protected against non-payment.
- Land use, development, and environmental: Many local and Florida state regulations exist that govern how property can be used and developed. Before you make any decisions regarding your own property, or if you are dealing with issues regarding a neighbor’s property, it is critical that you contact an attorney who is well versed in all local and state regulations.
- Neighbor issues: Nearby or adjoining properties can often affect their neighbors. Problems can be as simple as excessive noise to more serious issues, such as encroaching on the neighboring boundary or using their property in ways that affect their neighbors.
- Landlord/Tenant: Both landlords and their tenants may have issues pertaining to repairs, rent payments, and the language in the lease agreement.
The attorneys at Waters & Associates, P.A. are very knowledgeable of the local and Florida state laws surrounding real estate and construction litigation. We can make sure you enter into solid contracts, and we can protect your rights when the courtroom is the only option.
Business litigation
When business owners try to deal with disputes on their own, they waste valuable resources that can affect the company’s profitability and financial security. A better option is to hire an experienced attorney at the onset to minimize the risk of disputes and to ensure that your losses are minimal when a dispute occurs.
Waters & Associates, P.A. has extensive experience dealing with a wide range of business issues and disputes such as the following:
- Pre-contract negotiation: We make sure you get the best deal before drafting a contract. When you hire us early in the process, you can save money by avoiding a lawsuit later.
- Contract actions: We provide solid legal support when you need help in upholding the terms and conditions of an existing contract.
- Collections: Unlike collection agencies, which typically send form letters or use non-professionals to make phone calls, we provide a full array of customized legal services when you experience difficulty collecting money owed to you.
- Eminent domain: We protect your rights and make sure you receive fair compensation when state or federal government takes your property for public use.
- Liability suits: Many businesses, such as bars and restaurants, are particularly susceptible to liability issues, whether a customer becomes ill after having a restaurant meal, or if a customer drinks excessively and is later involved in a motor vehicle accident or gets involved in a fight on the premises.
- Premises liability: Even after one or two drinks, a customer can fall on the premises and sue for negligence on the part of the business.
- Partnership disputes: It is not uncommon for a lawsuit to come from within the business. Partners can disagree on a host of serious issues that can destroy their business without the support of experienced attorneys.
Waters & Associates, P.A. has many years of experience handling, resolving, and trying complex business disputes in state and federal court. We are also experienced in arbitration and medication as alternatives to litigation.
Waters & Associates, P.A. is often called upon by other attorneys and other law firms to resolve their business or partnership disputes.
Contact Us
If you are facing a dispute in the courtroom, call Waters & Associates at 850-270-1351. Or, contact us online. We take the time to listen to your concerns, and we make sure you clearly understand all legal options available to you.
Located in Tallahassee, Florida the practice regularly assists clients in North Florida and nationwide.
