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Civica Law Defends Public Agencies Against Tort Claims with a Strong Community Focus
Civica Law’s Government Torts Claims Defense Team is committed to safeguarding public agencies from unwarranted legal claims while ensuring that taxpayer funds are used efficiently. We handle a range of cases, including but not limited to premises liability, Pitchess, California Disabled Person Act, Unruh Act, among other cases, to protect cities, counties, and other public agencies from unnecessary litigation costs. By strategically navigating these legal challenges, Civica Law helps our clients resolve cases effectively while preserving resources that are redirected to serve the community.
Types of Government Tort Claims We Handle
Civica Law’s tort team specializes in defending government entities against various tort claims, including but not limited to:
Premises Liability and Dangerous Condition of Public Property
- Slip and fall incidents on public property
- Sidewalk defects
- Potholes
- Failure to maintain public sidewalks, streetlights, trees, and roads
Additional Issues and Claims
- Pitchess
- California Disabled Person Act
- Unruh Act
- Claim Presentation Requirements
- Others
By thoroughly analyzing the evidence of each government tort claim, we develop robust defense strategies that protect our clients while saving their taxpayers’ money. Many lawsuits include causes of action that lack legal merit. Civica Law’s government tort defense team takes a proactive perspective by:
- Conducting a comprehensive assessment of all claims listed in the complaint
- Engaging in strategic discussions with opposing counsel to narrow the scope of the lawsuit based on established legal precedent
- Avoiding costly motion practices by negotiating dismissals, prompting plaintiffs to amend complaints, or seeking dismissal on the grounds of improper party inclusion
Once meritless claims are dismissed, we concentrate on the remaining causes of action by:
- Conducting focused discoveries to gather relevant evidence
- Evaluating the potential for dispositive motion practices
- Engaging in further negotiations to seek favorable settlements
- Streamlining the resolution process to minimize legal expenses and client burden
By implementing these strategic defense methods, Civica Law’s Government Torts Defense Team delivers a variety of benefits to cities, counties, and other public agencies, including:
- Saving time: Swift resolution of claims reduces prolonged litigation
- Saving taxpayer money: Reduced legal expenses prevent unnecessary financial burdens on public agencies
- Maximizing community benefits: Funds that would have been spent on prolonged legal battles can be redirect ed toward essential public services
- Achieving favorable case dismissals: Where appropriate, we aim to secure case dismissals to eliminate baseless claims altogether
Civica Law is dedicated to upholding the integrity of public agencies while ensuring communities benefit from their effective and responsible governance. By employing a strategic, proactive defense approach, Civica Law not only protects public agencies but also helps maintain public trust and financial stability. Our commitment to legal excellence ensures that public resources remain dedicated to the communities they serve.
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