Publishing a notice to creditors in summary administration can bar creditor claims when the creditor fails to file a claim within three months after the time of first publication or 30 days of receiving the notice directly. Additionally, publication reduces the amount...
According to Florida law, a widow (surviving spouse) is not responsible for her husband’s debt after his death. The personal representative of the husband’s estate (assuming probate is necessary, which may not be the case) is responsible for paying any valid,...
According to Florida law, two types of compensatory damages can be recovered in a defamation suit, general damages and special damages: In determining the types of compensatory damages recoverable in a defamation suit, Florida law recognizes two classes: general and...
According to Florida law, all motor vehicle accidents that result in injury to, or death of any persons, or damage to any vehicle or other property with an apparent amount of at least $500 must be reported: The driver of a vehicle involved in a crash resulting in...
According to Florida Law, statutory law, and case law, product liability means 1) a personal injury or property damage resulting from the use of a product and 2) a civil action based upon a theory of strict liability, negligence, breach of warranty, nuisance, or...
