Florida insurance litigation crisis News

John Morgan Wants New Political Party, May Run for Governor of Florida

The man who has been as much of a litigation nemesis to Florida property and casualty insurers as anyone is launching a new political party and may even run for governor next year. Orlando-based trial lawyer John Morgan, head of …

Appeals Court Upholds Jury’s $9M Irma Verdict That Went Beyond Experts’ Opinions

Juries that are asked to resolve hurricane-damage disputes often hear widely varying damage estimates from expert witnesses. A decision by a federal appellate court on Monday demonstrates that once a jury decides on a number, insurers may need more than …

Florida Windshield Bill Moves Closer to Law; Amendment Allows Managed Repair Plans

Bills that would ban assignment of benefits for windshield repairs moved a step closer to becoming law this week after they passed their third and final committee stops. A late amendment to the bills would bar insurance companies and agents …