JACKSONVILLE Arson attorney
phillips, hunt & walker Arson
Arson is defined as intentionally and unlawfully causing damage to a dwelling or structure in which people are typically present by fire or explosion. It is a first- or second-degree felony, depending on the particular circumstances.
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phillips & hunt Results
$495+ Million Verdict
Phillips obtained one of the largest verdicts in American history of over $495+ Million dollars in the shooting death of Kalil McCoy. Her killer was also convicted in the criminal courts.
DetailsJordan Davis: Wrongful Death
Represented the family of Jordan Davis and assisted with criminal prosecution of Jordan's killer, handled media relations of internationally reported case and obtained confidential maximum available civil settlement.
DetailsMedical Malpractice
Confidential settlement of over 120 cases against a pediatric dentist who was also prosecuted. We also assisted with shutting his dental practice down. He no longer practices dentistry and was arrested.
DetailsAutomobile Accident
We received a record $2.6 Million Jury Verdict against Volusia County. It was one of the highest ever against Volusia County. Our trial was televised on Good Morning America and reported nationally.
DetailsRSD / CRPS Verdict
Obtained jury verdict in Jacksonville, Florida of over $900,000 and added attorneys fees of over $250,000 on a case State Farm only offered approximately $30,000 for years.
Details$1.1 Million Verdict Against Coca-Cola
We obtained an over $1 million jury verdict against Coca-Cola in moderate impact soft tissue damages case in Gainesville, Florida. Coca-Cola failed to even offer medical bills before trial.
DetailsBrain Injury Medical Malpractice
Phillips obtained a confidential settlement against a chiropractor who provided prescription pain medication to a boxer in advance of an Olympic qualifying fight. She sustained a brain injury due to secondary impact syndrome.
Details$1 Million Settlement
Client's child was tragically run over and killed by a motor vehicle in her driveway. Phillips and his team settled the case for over $1 Million without the need of filing a lawsuit.
DetailsOver $1 Million Settlement
Cliente recibió más de $ 1 millón en accidente automovilístico. También ayudamos a clientes que hablan español. We handle cases in English, Spanish and Creole.
Detailsphillips, hunt & walker Suspected Arson
Due to the potential destruction and the danger to persons created by instances of suspected arson, they are prosecuted aggressively. If the fire or explosion causes any injury to another person, the accused will face an entirely separate criminal charge for that injury.
top rated Attorney Evidence of Arson
In arson cases, prosecutors must prove that an individual actually intended to cause the damage that occurred to the dwelling or structure. This requires some level of evidence, whether a confession, witness testimony, or circumstantial evidence, which indicates that the damage that occurred was more than an accident.
phillips, hunt & walker Death Resulting from the Crime of Arson
If a person is killed as a result of arson, whether that death was intended or not, the perpetrators of the arson could face a charge of First Degree Murder under the felony murder statute. Under Florida’s murder statute, if a person is killed as a result of a perpetrator’s act during the commission of an enumerated felony (arson is an enumerated felony), the perpetrators are to be charged with First Degree Murder in relation to that death. As a result, any time a death results from the crime of arson, murder charges are almost certain to follow even if the death is a first-responder or firefighter.
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It is important to consult a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights and pursue all options for your legal defense. If you or a loved one has been arrested or charged with arson, contact the Law Offices of Phillips & Hunt immediately to discuss your case.