Florida Legal News & Insights

Florida law requires all registered drivers to carry car insurance. Vehicles cannot be registered unless drivers obtain auto insurance. As Florida is a no-fault state, going through insurance is mandatory if an accident occurs. Drivers must carry personal injury protection (PIP) and property dama... [Read More...]

Florida’s laws make texting and driving illegal. The state has a law regarding using hand-held devices while driving. Using a phone or other electronic device to type while driving is prohibited. This includes text messaging. The law aims to reduce accidents due to distracted driving. Texting and... [Read More...]

Florida follows strict liability laws for dog bites or attacks. Strict liability makes a dog owner liable if their pet bites and injures someone. There's no requirement for a biting history. The law makes owners responsible if an incident occurs in public or on private property. They can face fin... [Read More...]

Florida’s statute of limitations for personal injury cases is two years. According to Florida Statute 95.11, most injury cases have a two-year statute. However, there are exceptions. If the action is against a government entity, the statute of limitations is three years. There's a longer filing... [Read More...]

In Florida, personal injury settlement proceeds are generally exempt from garnishment by creditors, with exceptions for child support, alimony, federal tax debts, and victim restitution. Circumstances Under Which a Personal Injury Settlement Can Be Garnished in the State of Florida There are only ... [Read More...]