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As a reputable process service agency, Accurate Serve® of Tallahassee is committed to delivering professional and efficient service to our clients. However, it is important to acknowledge that mistakes can happen in any profession, including process serving. In this post, we will shed light on some common mistakes often made by process servers and discuss rules specific to Florida. By being aware of these mistakes, we aim to uphold the highest standards in our industry and provide accurate and reliable

When it comes to serving legal documents, many people assume that the local sheriff’s office is the best choice. However, in many cases, hiring a professional process server can offer several advantages over relying on the sheriff’s office. In this post, we’ll explore the benefits of hiring a process server and why it may be the better option for your legal needs. What is a Process Server? A process server is a professional who is hired to deliver legal documents

If you have ever found yourself in a legal dispute that originated in another state, you may need to serve someone in Florida with out-of-state process. This can be a complex process, but understanding Florida’s service of process rules can make it easier. In this blog post, we’ll explore what out-of-state process is, the rules for serving out-of-state process in Florida, and what UIDDA Florida means for serving out-of-state subpoenas in Florida. What is Out-of-State Process? Out-of-state process refers to

One of the most common questions we receive from our clients is whether process servers call ahead of time before serving legal papers. The answer to this question is not straightforward and depends on various factors. In this blog post, we will discuss these factors and when calling ahead of time is appropriate. Factors That Determine Whether Process Servers Call Ahead of Time There are several factors that determine whether process servers call ahead of time before serving legal papers.

Hiring a process server can be difficult if you don’t know what to look for. With so many scams out there these days, it’s no wonder that we’re all skeptical about even valid legal services. Unfortunately, the process service industry has also been affected by scammers, so it’s more important than ever to verify that whoever you’re paying is who they say they are. To make sure the process server you hire is legit, make sure: They’re Certified All private

No one wants to get served with a summons to court, but sometimes in life, it just happens. When and if you do ever get served with the court process, it’s important to handle the situation maturely. So many people try to use aggression, deceit, or even violence to get out of being served, but these are the worst things you can do. Each will lead to more legal issues that could end up costing you thousands or even land

Finding a defendant or witness who needs to be served with the court process usually isn’t too difficult, but occasionally, finding that someone is quite hard. This is a big problem since the clock starts ticking as soon as a civil case is filed in Florida. The plaintiff (and by association, the process server) has a certain number of days to serve the defendant or prove to the court that they have a good reason for not doing so. So

If you have a legal dispute with another person or business, you may decide to take that person or business to court so you can be compensated financially for your claims against them. However, you must know exactly where to file your case and what forms and information are required. Here in Leon County, you must first know the total dollar amount of compensation you are seeking. This amount will determine which court is appropriate to hear your case, as

“Can’t I just leave it in their mailbox?” It’s a question we get all the time. It makes sense…that’s where people receive important documents and notices, so why not also use it to deliver court process? Well, the reality is that there is absolutely no circumstance where it’s okay to put the legal process in an intended recipient’s mailbox. In Florida, it is preferred for process to be delivered by hand, in person. Even when it cannot be delivered by

What is Process? According to Cornell Law School, a process is a set or collection of documents relevant to a specific court case that are to be served to the defendant(s) named in the case. These papers often include a court summons and the complaint as filed by the plaintiff. When a process is for a witness or other person, the process may include a summons and subpoena. What is Service of Process? Cornell states that service of process is