Accidents are stressful under any circumstances, but they can become even more complicated when they involve uninsured or underinsured drivers. In Florida, a state known for its high rate of uninsured motorists, understanding...more
Several years ago, I published a blog regarding the number of occurrences triggered under a liability policy for a motor vehicle accident in Florida. Other states also addressed this issue. Recently, the Federal District...more
Florida is in a minority of states which employ a “no-fault” personal injury system. This results in car accident victims first having to file a claim against their own insurance before submitting a claim to a defendant’s...more
A plaintiff cannot recover attorney’s fees in a Florida lawsuit for Uninsured Motorist (“UM”) benefits unless there is a dispute about whether the insurance policy provides coverage. However, attorney’s fees from the...more