Governmental Liability

Walton Lantaff provides comprehensive defense services in service of municipalities, law enforcement agencies, public institutions, and other related administrative entities, as well as their employees and agents, in a wide range of governmental liability matters. The firm regularly addresses civil rights claims in state and federal courts, including those brought under federal statutes such as 42 U.S.C. §§ 1981, 1983, and 1985, involving allegations of excessive force, unlawful arrest, improper conditions of confinement, free-speech violations, and denial or delay of medical care. These matters often extend to include related tort claims, such as assault and battery, sexual battery, malicious prosecution, abuse of process and vehicular negligence involving government actors.  

Our attorneys further represent governmental entities and their employees in workers’ compensation cases, including claims involving statutory presumptions applicable to public safety employees, such as the Heart and Lung presumption. Walton Lantaff also advises and defends licensed professionals — notably adjusters, attorneys, realtors and accountants — in regulatory and disciplinary proceedings that may impact their licensure and ability to practice.   

By combining seasoned litigation experience and a comprehensive understanding of governmental and regulatory frameworks, the firm works to protect both institutional and individual clients’ legal, financial, and professional interests. 

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