What Is “Modified Comparative Fault” and Can You Still Recover Damages?
Muhammad Ali July 29, 2026
After an accident, one of the first things insurance companies look for is blame. Were you driving a little too fast? Did you miss a warning sign? Did you step into the crosswalk a few seconds late? Did you have any role, even a small one, in what happened? If the answer is yes, you may be worried that your case is over. The good news? A minor mistake does not automatically destroy your Florida injury claim. But Florida law has changed, and fault now matters more than ever. Under Florida’s modified comparative fault rule, your percentage of blame can directly