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A federal judge will decide if a key part of the legislation violates First Amendment rights.
Floridians pay some of the highest auto insurance premiums, and pending legislation could do away with personal injury protection.
Shocking new data shows how insurers are being disproportionately affected by lawsuits filed by Florida homeowners.
Now the Senate must reach an agreement with the Florida House, which has moved forward with a far different property insurance bill.
Senate Bill 76 in Florida would revise statutes that govern attorney fees, roof coverage, notice periods for claims and more.
State lawmakers also are considering changing rules for windshield deductibles.
Supporters say the bill will hold down premiums, but opponents say it will hurt consumers and their ability to fight insurers in court.
Recent case law can help inform insurance carriers on how to treat uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage complaints.
While the bill aims to help drivers save money, efficacy studies on repealing personal-injury protection requirements show conflicting conclusions.
It remains imperative for homeowners to completely understand their home insurance policies to know how their rights are affected.