Are Personal Injury Awards Marital Assets in Florida?

Can your spouse claim part of your personal injury settlement during a Florida divorce?

Many people assume the answer depends on whether the money was kept in a separate account. In reality, Florida law focuses on something much more important: what the settlement was intended to replace.

Learn how Florida courts classify personal injury awards, why commingling is only part of the analysis, and what documentation can make a difference when equitable distribution is at issue.