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.
Civil Judgments and Divorce in Florida
If a personal injury settlement or workers’ compensation claim overlaps with divorce, Florida courts do not automatically split it in half. This article explains how civil recoveries may be classified as marital or nonmarital, how commingling can affect asset division, and when those funds may impact alimony or child support.