Gulf Coast Dispatch

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has vetoed House Bill 6017, citing concerns over the potential for increased medical malpractice abuse.

Floridians for Lawsuit Reform announced on X that it is advising homeowners to watch for signs of contractor fraud during National Contractor Fraud Awareness Week.

Mike Yaworsky, Florida's insurance commissioner, announced that the state's insurance market is expanding due to tort reform.

Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida, expressed his opposition to efforts by some lawmakers to roll back tort reform.

Mike Caruso, a state representative for Florida's District 87, expressed concerns regarding HB 1551, stating that it would increase insurance costs, reverse progress in rate stabilization, and lead to more litigation for Floridians.

The Cambo Ferry Law Firm has publicly opposed House Bill 1551, asserting that the proposed legislation could reverse recent reforms and destabilize Florida's property insurance market.