{"id":346,"date":"2023-03-03T21:11:40","date_gmt":"2023-03-04T02:11:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/?p=346"},"modified":"2023-03-05T21:12:34","modified_gmt":"2023-03-06T02:12:34","slug":"proposed-changes-to-florida-negligence-laws-could-impact-your-accident-claim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/proposed-changes-to-florida-negligence-laws-could-impact-your-accident-claim\/","title":{"rendered":"Proposed Changes to Florida Negligence Laws Could Impact Your Accident Claim"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the key concepts in a Florida accident claim is negligence, in which the actions of the at-fault party are evaluated to determine if they breach the duty to exercise reasonable care. Negligence is also a factor when reviewing the victim\u2019s conduct. When they are also negligent, victims may lose out on a percentage of their compensation. Under current law on comparative fault, a person\u2019s monetary damages are reduced if their actions contribute to the incident. However, under a<\/span>\u00a0new bill under consideration by Florida lawmakers<\/span><\/a>, there is a possibility that you might be prohibited from obtaining any compensation at all.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The measure has a long way to go before it becomes a law, but it is important to understand how it works. A look at the proposed changes can also help you grasp what the existing statute says about monetary damages in accident cases. You can trust a<\/span>\u00a0Miami personal injury lawyer<\/span><\/a>\u00a0to provide personalized advice, but some background is useful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Current Law on Comparative Fault<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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One of the key concepts in a Florida accident claim is negligence, in which the actions of the at-fault party are evaluated to determine if they breach the duty to exercise reasonable care. Negligence is also a factor when reviewing the victim\u2019s conduct. 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