Search for sex crime victims on cruise ships intensifies
Florida personal injury statute of limitations is different in 2024. Back in March of 2023, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims based on the theory of negligence was changed from 4 years to 2 years.
Can insurance companies sue schools for PIP claim reimbursements? On July 3, 2024, the 4th District Court of Appeals ruled that school districts retain sovereign immunity from such suits, conflicting with a 2019 2nd District Court of Appeals decision.
Six Amendments Floridians can vote on in November
Fact-checking the reasons for proposed medical malpractice caps
Here are some general facts about personal injury law in Florida. Keep in mind that laws often change, so it’s always a good idea to consult with a legal professional for the most current information:
In a landmark decision earlier this year, a Tampa jury granted a substantial award of $680,656 to an injured minor after a four-day jury trial. The verdict was handed down against Summit Adventure Park Spring Hill, a now-defunct trampoline park, marking a significant victory for the plaintiff. Of the total award, over $500,000 was allocated for pain and suffering damages.
New Law enhances penalties for threatening court personnel. Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed HB 67, a bill that makes it a crime to threaten a justice, judicial assistant, and other court personnel with death or “serious bodily injury.”
Florida man gets 30 years for distracted driving case that killed 9 year old boy.