The Backstory: Big Promises in 2023 In 2023, Florida lawmakers passed a sweeping set of tort reform changes, telling citizens it would bring relief from rising insurance premiums and the Florida insurance crisis. The reforms made it harder for everyday Floridians to file lawsuits — all in the name of keeping insurers solvent and premiums […]
What Auto Insurance Is Required in Florida?
What auto insurance (or car insurance), is required in the state of Florida? Florida law only requires that an owner of a motor vehicle purchase Personal Injury Protection and Property Damage liability coverage. The law doesn’t require that a motor vehicle owner purchase liability insurance for bodily injuries. So, if you are in an automobile […]
Progressive to Offer Monitors to Evaluate Drivers
Progressive is launching a program to monitor its customers’ driving habits with a tiny computer device, in exchange for possible premium discounts. Progressive will provide the customer with a device that plugs into the diagnostic port of a vehicle which will collect data about the driving habits of the customer for 30 days. The device […]
Do you really need a lawyer for your auto accident?
Do you really need a lawyer after your automobile accident? At the law firm of C. Todd Smith Law, we talk to clients all over Central Florida who have questions after being in an automobile accident. Questions often arise such as, “Who is responsible for my damages”, “What are my rights?”, and “Do I have […]