Government Liability

Our attorneys at Hilyard, Bogan & Palmer, P.A. understand the special legal environment in which public entities operate.  For more than 40 years, we have represented major governmental clients, which have included the State of Florida, Orange County Sheriff's Office, the City of Daytona, the City of Kissimmee, the City of Orlando, and the City of Winter Park.  Our attorneys are well-versed in the defenses which help to limit legal and financial exposure to governmental clients.  In both federal and state courts, our attorneys have earned a reputation for aggressive defense in this complex and challenging area of law.

At Hilyard, Bogan & Palmer, P.A. we have handled a wide range of matters involving public agencies and governments.  Typical cases include matters such as:

• Civil Rights Actions
• Constitutional Claims Arising From Law Enforcement Operations
• County And Municipal Claims
• Sovereign Immunity Disputes
• Equal Protection And Due Process Claims
• Discrimination Claims
• Wrongful Termination Claims
• Employment Related Liability
• Title VII Suits
• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Cases Involving Alleged Dangerous Conditions Of Property
• Public School Claims
• Prison/Jail Claims
• Appellate Practice

Our governmental liability practice helps clients reduce the risk of lawsuits while promoting the efficient handling of claims.  Because of the long-standing relationships with governmental clients and the understanding of the special laws related to public entities, we are in a unique position to provide the best defense possible for our governmental clients.