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Florida’s 14-day accident law requires seeking medical treatment within two weeks of a car accident. The 14-day rule is tied to personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. Drivers must use their auto insurance to recover damages in accidents. Florida is a no-fault state, requiring PIP to pay for medical expenses and lost wages. Not seeking medical ...
Read MoreIt’s legal to use dash cams in Florida. However, Florida have laws on dash cams usage. Although drivers can use these devices, their view cannot be obstructed. A dash cam must be placed outside the driver’s line of sight. This includes the dashboard or behind the rearview mirror. Recording other people’s voices also requires permission. ...
Read MoreFlorida’s Good Samaritan Act states that individuals rendering emergency treatment to those in medical distress are not liable for damages that may result. The Good Samaritan Act encourages people to step in to aid others. If they help someone injured or ill in an emergency, they don’t have to fear being subject to lawsuits. This ...
Read MoreFlorida’s comparative negligence law reduces an injured person’s compensation when they’re partly at fault for an accident. Comparative negligence allows victims to recover damages when they are 50% or less responsible for an incident that causes them to become injured. However, if a person is deemed 51% or greater at fault, they don’t have a ...
Read MoreThe Graves Amendment in Florida aims to protect rental car companies. It is a federal law that shields rental car companies from vicarious liability based on vehicle ownership. Before this law, a company could be held liable for accidents caused by people renting their vehicles. However, there are certain exceptions to the law in Florida. ...
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