What You Need to Know About Florida’s Tort Reform Bill
What You Need to Know About Florida’s Tort Reform Bill
Sweeping changes to Florida’s tort laws went into effect on March 24, 2023, when Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 837 into law. Although touted as an effort to reduce frivolous lawsuits, Florida’s tort reform bill shields businesses, insurance companies, and property owners from personal injury liability. The changes greatly affect injured victims’ ability to obtain compensation from those responsible for their injuries. The changes also affect how much compensation victims can receive, attorney fees, and other important areas related to personal injury law. The following article addresses these recent changes and spells out what you need to know about Florida’s tort reform bill....
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