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With more than 19.3 million residents, Florida is poised to overtake New York as the nation’s third-most populous state. With so many people, and endless coastline and roadways, Floridians risk getting injured at every turn. Florida personal injury law provides a way for the injured to be "made whole" again. Relief for injuries typically comes in the form of monetary compensation, or "damages." The links below provide state-specific information on legal claims arising from accidents and injuries.
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Florida Negligence Laws
The legal definition of “negligence” with respect to the filing of civil lawsuits in Florida; including links to related resources and a general overview of state negligence laws.
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Florida Civil Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations (time limits for filing your complaint) for civil lawsuits in Florida, including personal injury; false imprisonment; defamation; fraud; damage to personal property; professional malpractice; and trespassing.
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