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Republican lawmakers say that Florida would become the 40th state in the nation to no longer allow "one-way attorney's fees" if the measure becomes law. Several trial attorneys say that it would block consumers' access to the courts.

The Florida Senate approved legislation that would overhaul the state's property insurance system, which has struggled due to high costs and major storms.

Florida Senate approved legislation that would overhaul the state’s property insurance system, which has struggled due to insolvencies, high costs and major storms.

The Florida Senate has approved sweeping legislation that would overhaul the state’s property insurance system, which has struggled due to insolvencies, high...

The Florida Senate on Tuesday approved sweeping legislation that would overhaul the state’s property insurance system, which has struggled due to insolvencies, high costs and major storms.

The Republican proposal passed Tuesday comes during the GOP-led Legislature’s second special session this year aimed at stabilizing the property insurance market. The bill would create a $1 billion reinsurance fund, reduce litigation costs and compel some customers to leave a state-created insurer.

Florida lawmakers on both sides of the aisle agree that any changes they make to the state's property insurance laws this week should reduce rates, but they're divided on how to get there.

Florida’s legislature has never been in better position to pass meaningful reform to stop the eight years of insurance abuse, and ultimately help lower rates for consumers.

A lot of homeowners found out the hard way during Hurricane Ian that their home insurance policies don't cover flood damage.

All eyes are on next week's special session in Tallahassee where lawmakers will look to alleviate Florida's home insurance crisis.