phillips, hunt & walker Initial Screening Process
When the defendant is under the age of 18, it is likely their case will end up in juvenile court. One aspect of juvenile cases that sets them apart from adult cases is the involvement of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Before the case ever gets to court, the Department conducts its own review of the facts, interviews the child-defendant and their family, and makes a recommendation to the State Attorney’s Office as to how it believes the case should be resolved. The opportunity to influence and negotiate a particular outcome, short of taking a case to trial, is therefore at its peak during the Department’s initial screening process as prosecutors and judges routinely follow its recommendation.
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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.
Detailstop rated Attorney Negotiation
Another aspect of juvenile cases that makes the early stages so critical is presented when the prosecutor is considering whether to charge a child as an adult. As one may expect, once the decision is made to charge a child as an adult, it is extremely rare that decision is later reversed. A criminal defense attorney can therefore be essential to keeping the case in juvenile court by negotiating with the State Attorney’s Office and the Department on the child’s behalf before any rush to judgment is made.
phillips, hunt & walker A Child’s Future
Parents sometimes make the mistake of simply taking their child’s word when accused of a crime. This mistake can cost everyone valuable time and the ability to make a difference in the case. While understandable that a parent will believe, and believe in, their child, it is important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to ensure his or her rights are being protected. Children may make mistakes, but they should not be forced to suffer from those mistakes for the rest of their life. A child’s future is perhaps their most valuable commodity and it should be protected accordingly. If your child has been suspected or charged with a crime, contact the Law Offices of Phillips & Hunt for a free consultation to discuss how we can help.