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You cannot lose your house due to an at-fault car accident in Florida. Florida’s homestead exemption law prevents this from happening. It protects you even if you lose a car accident claim or lawsuit. Even if you cause a car accident through reckless driving, the homestead exemption law allows you to keep your home. Retaining ...
Read MoreFlorida requires most employers to hold workers’ compensation insurance. Employers with at least four employees must carry workers’ compensation insurance. This includes small businesses and large corporations. Employers must offer workers’ compensation to cover employees who become injured or ill on the job. Not carrying this insurance can result in penalties and personal injury lawsuits ...
Read MoreIn Florida, a Lyft accident settlement can range anywhere from a few thousand dollars to over $1 million. Most people injured in Lyft accidents recover about that range in compensation. However, the specific factors of an accident determine what the plaintiff recovers. If an accident occurs when the app is off, an injured victim can ...
Read MoreOn average, construction accident settlements in Florida can range from $5,000 to $50,000 or up to $1 million in the severest cases. Many construction accidents are serious and leave workers severely injured or killed. An experienced attorney can evaluate the facts of the case and determine an appropriate settlement. Florida-Specific Laws Affecting Construction Accident Settlements ...
Read MoreIn Florida, car insurance companies insure golf carts. This includes Allstate, Geico, Nationwide, Progressive, Safeco and State Farm. Only golf carts that run in public areas must be insured. However, even if you’re only using one on private property, getting insurance is still wise. Minimum liability coverage is required if you use the vehicle on ...
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