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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. ...
Read MoreGenerally 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 ...
Read MoreIn Florida, car accidents that cause soft tissue injuries can garner settlements ranging from $2,500 to $1 million (or more) depending on the severity of the injury. How much a car accident victim recovers depends on the severity of their injury. Mild soft tissue injuries can garner a payout ranging from $2,500 to $10,000. A ...
Read MoreDepending on several factors, the typical pay for a whiplash injury claim in Florida can range from $5,000 to $600,000. Injury severity determines your settlement. Level of fault and whether egregious or violent behavior was involved results in a higher payout. Permanent and life-changing injuries garner higher settlements. Payouts are higher if you can no ...
Read MoreDepending on circumstances, the average payout for a rear-end collision in Florida can range anywhere from $175,000 to $435,000 in compensation. Rear-end accidents can cause significant injuries. However, if the vehicle following is traveling at a lower speed upon impact, the damage may be lesser. This can result in a lower payout in your personal ...
Read MoreFlorida 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 ...
Read MoreA pedestrian hit by a car in Florida can get anywhere from $10,000 to $75,000 if they suffer minor injuries. The average payout is much higher for severe injuries. Depending on the situation, a pedestrian struck by a car can suffer injuries of varying severity. The faster a vehicle travels, the more likely a person ...
Read MoreYes, 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 ...
Read MoreThe 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. ...
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