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.
Florida E-Bike Laws: What Parents Should Know
Florida e-bike laws are changing, and parents should understand what that means before letting a child or teenager use an electric bicycle for summer transportation. While Florida generally treats e-bikes like bicycles, riders still have legal duties involving speed, sidewalks, pedestrians, helmets, device classification, and safe operation. Beginning July 1, 2026, new pedestrian-safety rules add specific requirements for e-bike riders on shared paths, sidewalks, and pedestrian-use areas. This article explains what Florida parents should know about e-bike safety, accident risks, liability concerns, and what steps to take after an e-bike crash.