Government Liability Claims

Governmental Liability Claims

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Whether the city, state or federal government wrongs you, the law dealing with these types of claims is unique and distinct from general liability claims.

County hospitals, municipal facilities, state roads, sidewalks and public parks are just a few of the potential parties involved in these types of cases.

Generally speaking, there are certain limitations when pursuing a claim against the city, state or government municipality. There are certain time restrictions and legal technicalities that must be followed in order to properly prosecute a claim against the government. If these rules are not properly followed, you may lose your right to bring a cause of action.

Panter, Panter & Sampedro has handled many cases against various cities, municipalities and government officials and offices including Metropolitan Dade County, The City of Key West, The Florida Department of Corrections and the State of Florida. Cases have ranged from negligent maintenance and operation of government vehicles, negligent maintenance of government facilities, medical malpractice committed at a State and/or County owned and operated hospital and claims for inmates at correctional facilities for negligence inside a correctional institution.

In one case, an individual client was injured when the correctional officers admittedly failed to follow proper procedures, which resulted in a dangerous inmate stabbing a non-violent inmate that resulted in serious injuries. The resolution of the matter resulted in a financial recovery as well as payment of substantial medical bills.

In other cases, Panter, Panter & Sampedro has alleged that the government failed to properly maintain their facilities resulting in injuries to a client to the negligent operation of county vehicles including buses causing serious accidents and injuries. When indigent individuals are treated at a county hospital, certain rules and regulations must be followed in order to effectively represent those in most need. At times it is necessary to seek additional compensation under the law as the facts and circumstances warrant to maximize the recovery available within the limits set forth by Florida's Legislature.

Children in schools have a right to be safe and secure. In today's day and age this is not an easy task. Panter, Panter & Sampedro has represented several families whose children have been physically abused by other students at school. The School Board has a responsibility not only to educate our children, but also to provide them with a safe environment where they can learn. When the school board fails to ensure the safety of children, it may become necessary to seek compensation and ensure that the children's families recover the necessary compensation to care for them.

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