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Why You Should Choose a Process Server Who Stays Up to Date

The rules about what constitutes legal proof of service and who can execute it do not change in Florida often, but there are many other ways that your process server needs to stay up to date on the latest trends in process service. Especially in light of the constantly changing dynamic of the legal and business world due to the pandemic, it is more important than ever for process servers to know the law and their responsibilities. The pandemic is

Beau Charlet July 15, 2020

Things That Private Process Servers Can’t Do

Do you need to serve someone that you know is going to be difficult? If so, you’ll want to warn your process server when you first hire them, but you should also be aware that there are some things that private process servers aren’t allowed to do so that you can determine the best course of action. Trespassing If there are “no trespassing” or “keep out” signs posted, the process server cannot go on the property to effectuate service. Process

Beau Charlet June 15, 2020

June Newsletter 2020

Message from the Founder Staying Ahead of the Competition What is a RON? RON = Remote Online Notary As of January 1, 2020, current Florida notaries have had the opportunity to add remote online notary duties to their current commission. In order to be approved, the following criteria must be met: Complete a course Obtain Bond Obtain Errors & Omissions insurance Select a RON Service Provider Complete a form Pay a Fee to the State When this add-on first became

Beau Charlet June 11, 2020

What You Need to Know About Serving a Business

Are you suing a business who has wronged you in some way? If so, you’ll need to serve legal papers to the business named in your lawsuit, but you can’t get a signature from a business. The papers have to be delivered to someone who is responsible for the actions of the business. It is important to understand the rules about who can take possession of legal papers being served. Registered Agent All corporations and most businesses are required to

Beau Charlet May 15, 2020

May Newsletter

Message from the Founder Opening Back Up As a good chunk of Americans return to work this week, we all prepare for the unknown. As we prepare for life getting back to normal, we all need to adjust what our normal is. In the short term, that means to take extra precautions all the time, especially when in public. Wear masks, wash hands often, keep your distance, sanitize, wear gloves, etc. Now, no one wants to wear masks day in

Beau Charlet May 7, 2020

Why the Sheriff Isn’t the Best Person to Serve Your Papers

When you file a civil case with the courts, they will notify you that you must have papers served to the other party or parties to the case. The clerks will push having the sheriff or sheriff’s department serve the papers. This is done to help generate revenue for the county. However, it is much better to have a private process server deliver your legal documents. Here’s why. Timeliness A private process server is going to get your papers served

Beau Charlet April 15, 2020

April Update

Message from the Founder COVID-19 Our world is currently dealing with a pandemic of epic proportions. We have been introduced to the term social distancing and have been asked to practice it to help curve the widespread corona virus. At Accurate Serve, we are dedicated to serving our Clients through the good times and bad. We have remained open throughout this situation and plan to remain open going forward. We have stressed time and time again, that we know the

Beau Charlet April 6, 2020

What Is the Best Way to Serve Someone Legal Papers?

If you have any type of civil case filed with the courts, chances are you will have to serve someone with legal papers for your case to move forward. Serving people with legal papers is much more complex than simply hand delivering court documents. It requires certification, registration, and following strict rules and guidelines. In the state of Florida, only sheriffs and their deputies or private process servers registered with the courts are able to serve legal papers. You cannot

Beau Charlet March 15, 2020

March Update

Message from the Founder It’s almost that time of year again, time for our state association’s annual conference. The Florida Association of Professional Process Servers (FAPPS) annual conference/convention will take place in Orlando, FL, as it does each year. Orlando has been the host of the annual conference for as long as I can remember. Reason being is its central location for all members statewide to be able to travel easily. A few years ago, the Board of Directors for

Beau Charlet February 28, 2020

What to Look for in a Process Server

When you have a civil court case, you will have to have the other parties to the case served with legal papers. This is done to ensure that they are aware of the case and can formulate a defense, as well as appear in court. Private process servers are by far the best choice for getting your legal documents served. Here’s what to look for when hiring a process server. Experience and Knowledge You will want to make sure that

Beau Charlet February 15, 2020