Are personal injury settlements marital property in Florida?
Florida is an equitable distribution state, therefore assets acquired by either spouse during the marriage are divided in a way the court determines to be fair. Personal injury settlements and awards are only divided in the following circumstances:
- Compensation for lost wages or consortium is included with the settlement or award
- Other marital assets have been co-mingled with proceeds from the settlement or award
- Medical bills were paid with other marital funds
