Even if you are partially to blame for the crash that caused you physical, emotional and/or financial harm, you may still be eligible for damage compensation. This is because Florida follows a pure comparative fault system. Under this rule, your damages would be reduced based on the percentage or degree of liability assigned to you, but you are still eligible for some compensation.
For example, let’s say the police report says you were 25 percent at-fault for the accident, and the other driver was 75 percent liable. In this case, you could still pursue compensation from the other driver, but your final award amount would be reduced by 25 percent to account for your own liability. If you were seeking $100,000 in damages, then this would mean you would be eligible for $75,000.