Cohen v. Aponte

An attention to detail and questioned compliance with the requirements of section 48.161, Florida Statutes, are at issue in this appeal. The defendant argues that the trial court erred in denying his motion to quash service of process for noncompliance with section 48.161. We agree and reverse.

The plaintiff filed a complaint against the defendant and his employer involving an auto accident. After filing the complaint, the plaintiff was unable to locate the defendant and his employer. The plaintiff moved for an extension of time to serve the defendants; the court granted the motion. The…