Author: Jim Magazine

James (Jim) Magazine is a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer who has spent his career helping injured victims. Jim is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida since 1990 and is also admitted to practice at the Appellate level and admitted to the United States Supreme Court.

What the New Florida Comparative Fault Reform Means for Your Personal Injury Case

6Jun
The recent comparative fault reform in Florida brings changes that impact individuals involved in personal injury cases. This reform introduces changes to the state’s legal framework regarding shared fault in accidents. Under the new law, if a plaintiff is found to bear some degree of responsibility for the accident that led to his or her […]
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How Will Florida Tort Reform Bill 837 Affect My Injury Case?

6Jun
The Florida Tort Reform Bill 837 shortens the statute of limitations for injury cases, shifts to a modified comparative fault system, and introduces new standards for determining medical damages. It also lowers the liability of property owners in premises liability cases and creates loopholes for insurance companies to offer low settlements.
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Updates to the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims in Florida

6Jun
As of 2023, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Florida has undergone an update, shortening it from four years to two years from the time of the injury. The statute of limitations gives you a limited amount of time to file a claim or lawsuit against liable parties that caused a personal injury.
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How Much Is a Slip and Fall Worth in Palm Harbor?

6Jun
Various factors influence how much a slip and fall is worth in Palm Harbor. There are no average settlement amounts in slip and fall claims or other types of personal injury and premises liability cases.
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The Importance of Hiring a Clearwater Car Accident Attorney after a Crash

6Jun
Being involved in a car accident can be a traumatic experience, leaving victims with physical injuries, emotional distress, and mounting medical bills. In such challenging times, it is crucial to understand the significance of hiring an attorney to navigate the legal complexities that follow an accident. Specifically, in the state of Florida, where unique laws […]
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What Florida Homeowners Need to Know Regarding Hurricane Ian Property Damage Claims

6Jun
Living in Florida comes with warm weather, stunning beaches – and the risk of hurricanes. In September 2022. Hurricane Ian made landfall, causing significant property damage throughout the Southern part of the state. Ian left thousands of homeowners in distress and uncertain about how to proceed. Many of them rightfully turned to their property insurance […]