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Since 1990, Florida has enforced a statute commonly referred to as the “Free Kill” law. Codified at Section 768.21(8) of the Florida Wrongful Death Act, this provision creates a glaring exception in an otherwise remedial framework intended to support grieving families. The legislative intent behind the Wrongful Death Act, as stated in Section 768.17, is…

Any lawsuit arising in Florida from the death of an individual caused by the wrongful act, negligence, or default of another person or entity is governed by the Florida Wrongful Death Act (Sections 768.16–768.26, Florida Statutes). This blog highlights some key legal considerations involved in pursuing a wrongful death claim. Statute of Limitations Under Section…