Government Misconduct Attorneys in Florida

Government misconduct attorneys represent people who were harmed by abuse of power, corruption, cover-ups, or illegal actions by government officials at any level — including cases that have attracted federal investigation by the Department of Justice. If a public official broke the law or used their position to harm you, these attorneys can help expose what happened and hold those in power accountable.

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Benjamin L. Crump

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Ben Crump Law, PLLC

📍Tallahassee, FL

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Also serves: Tennessee, Washington D.C., Georgia, New York, Illinois, Texas, California

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Civil Rights · Constitutional Law · Discrimination · False Arrest · Government Misconduct · Personal Injury · Police Brutality · Police Misconduct · Prison Reform · Wrongful Conviction · Wrongful Death

Nationally acclaimed attorney Ben Crump is one of the most recognized and impactful civil rights figures in the United States. He has built a decades-long track record of holding law enforcement agencies, municipalities,... Read More →

State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits

For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.

Civil Rights & Personal Injury2 years

Fla. Stat. § 95.11(3)(a)

Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.

Notice of Claim Against GovernmentNo general requirement

Fla. Stat. § 768.28(6)(a)

Written notice of the claim must be presented to the agency and the Department of Financial Services before filing suit. The agency then has 6 months to respond before suit may be brought.

Qualified ImmunityFederal Doctrine Applies

Florida has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims. Note: Florida's personal injury SOL was reduced from 4 years to 2 years effective March 24, 2023 (HB 837).