Florida Personal Injury Laws: Key 2025 Changes Explained
Florida personal injury laws have changed in 2025, bringing updates that may significantly impact those seeking compensation after an accident. Understanding these changes is crucial if you or a loved one suffers an injury due to someone else’s negligence. Knowing how these legal shifts affect your rights can help you take the right steps if you need to file a claim.
Reduced Statute of Limitations
A key change in Florida personal injury laws is a reduced statute of limitations for filing claims. Prior to March 24, 2023, injured individuals had up to four years to pursue legal action. The new statute of limitations is now two years in most cases. This change aligns Florida with many other states that have similar deadlines.
The reduced timeframe emphasizes the importance of acting quickly after an injury. Delaying legal action could mean losing your right to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. If you believe you have a case, taking action quickly is vital to protecting your right to compensation.
Modified Comparative Negligence
Florida has also adopted a modified comparative negligence standard. Under this system, if you are found to be more than 50% responsible for an accident, you will be unable to recover any compensation. Previously, Florida followed a pure comparative negligence system. This allowed partial recovery regardless of your degree of fault.
This change places greater emphasis on proving fault. After an accident resulting in injury, gathering evidence, witness statements, and other documentation is vital. Our experienced attorneys can help build a strong case to demonstrate that you were not primarily responsible.
Changes to Workers’ Compensation Reimbursements
New laws have also adjusted workers’ compensation reimbursement procedures in Florida. These updates aim to streamline the claims process and reduce delays in receiving benefits. Focusing on reimbursement rates, this can potentially reduce the amount healthcare providers can bill for services. Changes may include stricter deadlines for filing claims, as well as updated requirements for medical documentation. These changes may impact the amount of compensation injured workers can receive, making it crucial to stay informed.
If you suffer a workplace injury, understanding these updated rules is essential to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Consulting an attorney can help you navigate the claims process and avoid mistakes that could delay or reduce your benefits.
Contact Schwed, Adams & McGinley
Navigating Florida personal injury laws can be challenging, especially with these recent changes. The experienced attorneys at Schwed Law Firm have over 200 years of combined legal experience and specialize in helping injury victims seek the compensation they deserve. Whether you were injured in a car accident, workplace incident, or due to someone else’s negligence, our team is ready to help.
If you or a loved one has been injured, don’t delay. Contact Schwed, Adams & McGinley, PA at 877-694-6079 or email contact@schwedlawfirm.com for a free consultation and experienced legal guidance.