Florida Legal News & Insights

Florida's Good Samaritan Act legally protects bystanders who provide assistance to sick or incapacitated individuals during emergencies. This law protects the person providing aid from liability in case complications arise during their aid efforts. Florida’s Good Samaritan Law Florida's Good Sam... [Read More...]

Florida does not require insurance on motorcycles. Motorcycles don’t have the same requirements as cars and other four-wheel vehicles. However, motorcyclists must be extra careful on the road. They are responsible for any injuries they cause in motorcycle accidents and must compensate the victi... [Read More...]

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...]