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Lawsuits and Settlements Involving Minors in Florida

Florida law allows for the recovery of civil damages on behalf of minor children.  Florida law allows for natural guardians, parents, to settle a claim or cause of action for minor children so long as the total amount received does not exceed $15,000.00.   See Fla. Stat. 744.301.  If the settlement or claim will exceed… Continue reading Lawsuits and Settlements Involving Minors in Florida

Default Final Judgments in Florida: Relief One Year or Longer After Judgment

Last updated: June 2026 This is Part II of our two-part guide on default judgments in Florida. Part I — How to Get Out of a Default in Florida covers the more common situation: setting aside a default or default judgment promptly, usually within the first year. This article addresses the harder question — what… Continue reading Default Final Judgments in Florida: Relief One Year or Longer After Judgment

How to Get Out of Default in Florida

Last updated: June 2026 If a default has been entered against you in a Florida lawsuit, it is not the end of your case. Florida courts strongly favor deciding lawsuits on their merits, and a default can usually be set aside if you act promptly and make the right showing. This article explains the different… Continue reading How to Get Out of Default in Florida