Florida Appeals Journal 43: One way to reduce the need for costly litigation

FLORIDA APPEALS JOURNAL™ JOURNAL ENTRY 43.2025
Recorded in August, 2025
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In this episode of Florida Appeals Journal, we explore declaratory judgments under Florida law. Jennifer Carroll discusses this very useful tool that has the potential to make expensive litigation unnecessary in some cases.

We learn how Chapter 86, key cases like Higgins v. State Farm, and practical strategies can help resolve coverage disputes, clarify rights, and potentially avoid costly litigation.

CITATIONS
Florida Statutes, §§ 86.011, 86.021, 86.051, 86.071, 86.101 (Florida Declaratory Judgment Act).
Higgins v. State Farm Fire & Casualty Co., 894 So. 2d 5 (Fla. 2004).
Cintron v. Edison Insurance Company, 339 So. 3d 459 (Fla. 2d DCA 2022).

For educational purposes only. Not intended to be used as legal advice.

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