Submitted by Jessica Gregory on 05 Jun, 2023
Most insurance policies contain language similar to the below: We will settle or defend, as we consider appropriate, any claim or suit for damage covered by this policy. We will do this at our expense, using attorneys of our choice. This agreement to settle or…
Submitted by Jessica Gregory on 05 May, 2023
On March 24, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 837, changing Florida Tort and Bad Faith Laws. The bill repeals sections 627.428 and 626.9373, Florida Statutes, which previously entitled insureds to recover attorney fees in any lawsuit against their insurer where any recovery…
Submitted by Melanie Barker on 28 Apr, 2023
Newly passed House Bill 837 makes substantial changes to comparative fault. It replaces Florida’s pure comparative negligence system with a modified comparative negligence system. For cases filed prior to this bill, Plaintiff could recover in proportion to the defendants’ percentage of responsibility for the plaintiff’s injuries regardless of plaintiff’s responsibility.