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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 some circumstances where a personal injury settlement can be garnished in Florida. …
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Generally speaking, personal injury settlements in Florida are not considered marital property and therefore a spouse is not entitled to it. But there are exceptions to this rule, which are discussed below. Marital Property vs. Separate Property in the State of Florida Certain assets are considered marital property and others separate. It’s important to know …
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Florida traffic laws might not apply to parking lots. But according to Florida law, you must report any traffic accident where the resulting damages or medical costs surpass $500. Below is information about the right of way, your duties after a parking lot accident, impaired driving, and Florida’s no-fault auto insurance system. Quick Overview of …
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Yes, Lyft may be sued if they negligently hired or retained a dangerous driver who caused injuries. Liability depends on specific circumstances. While you can sue Lyft for an accident in some cases, most claims will go to arbitration. However, you might be able to file a claim with Lyft’s commercial liability insurance company. Determining …
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The two types of required insurance in Florida are personal injury protection (PIP) and property damage liability (PDL) coverage as part of an auto insurance policy. By law, Florida does not allow auto insurance claims to be filed against another driver. All drivers must go through their own policies to cover the costs of damage. …
