Why DIY Process Serving Can Lead to Legal Complications
Proper service of process is the legal handshake that invites a defendant into court. When that handshake is missed, the lawsuit stalls at the starting line. Florida’s statutes and civil procedure rules treat service like choreography; every step must fall on the right beat. Many litigants assume a quick visit to a neighbor’s doorstep will save time and money. Yet what looks like a simple errand often turns into a costly procedural detour that opposing counsel will gladly exploit. Below