Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Sovereign Immunity Limits have been Increased by 2010 Florida Legislature ♦ Awaits Governor Charlie Crist’s signature

The Florida Legislature increased the limits of liability from $100,000 per person/$200,000 per incident, to $200,000/$300,000 per incident. For nearly thirty years the limits were set at $100,000/$200,000. This limit was the maximum amount government entities can be forced to pay to victims in personal injury cases. 

However, for any injured victim to receive more than the sovereign immunity limit in a particular case, a "Claims Bill" for that individual must be passed. A "Claims Bill" is a law. To become law, it requires sponsors, debate, legislative approval, and the Governor's signature. The process is expensive and time consuming, with the goal rarely achieved. 

The TRIPP LAW FIRM – Personal Injury Law accepts Sovereign cases on a Contingency Fee basis. Call us at (888) 392-LAWS (5297) to discuss the facts of your case. Injury Attorney G. Alan Tripp, Jr. and his injury law team are available 24 hours a day. Our initial telephone consultation is FREE and home and hospital visits are available upon request. NO FEE or NO COSTS if NO RECOVERY. Why guess? CALL NOW

www.trippfirm.com      TRIPP LAW FIRM – Personal Injury Law

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