In Florida, the amount of money that can be recovered will depend on the specific circumstances of the case. There are no specific damage caps in Florida, but there are limits on certain types of damage in certain situations, including:
Non-economic Damage: These damages refer to the intangible effects of an injury, such as suffering, physical pain, emotional distress, and decreased quality of life. There is no specific cap; however, there are exceptions. In medical malpractice cases, the cap is $500,000 or $1 million if the victim can show that the injury resulted in a permanent vegetative state or death.
Economic Damage: These damages encompass the costs of an injury, such as medical bills and lost wages. There is no specific cap.
Punitive Damage: Punitive damages are intended to punish the defendant for particularly egregious conduct and deter similar conduct in the future. The punitive damages are limited to three times the amount of compensatory damages or $500,000, whichever is greater.