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On April 28, 2021, Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal issued its opinion in Priority Medical Center, LLC. a/a/o Susan Boggiardino v. Allstate No. 3D20-291. In Priority, the Court addressed whether the non-facility participating price or the non-facility limiting charge was the applicable fee schedule for Medicare Part B for 2007, for purposes for PIP reimbursement under the Schedule of Maximum Charges. The Court held the higher 2007 non-facility limiting charge was the proper reimbursement rate, affirming the lower court’s decision.

Historically, nationwide insurance coverage issues that significantly affect the economy do not get resolved quickly. For those who lived through the long-term and complex insurance coverage issues surrounding asbestos liability and environmental liability, it comes as no surprise that COVID-19 insurance coverage litigation is far from being over.

For years, carriers have routinely denied “penalties, interest, attorney’s fees and costs” when responding to Petitions for Benefits.  However, carriers must beware of denying “costs” as this simple act may result in exposure to thousands of dollars in attorney’s fees. 

Through our wide range of representing employers we have the experience of dealing with all members of the construction industry.  Oftentimes a subcontractor’s employee is injured on a job and is shocked to find out that their employer did not have proper workers' compensation coverage, either by mistake or intentionally.  

Commercial truck insurance is required for all operators in Florida and can act as a safety net in case an accident occurs. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets minimum requirements for commercial truck insurance. Additionally, each commercial truck driver will have insurance requirements based on the type of vehicle operated, weight of the vehicle, as well as the type of cargo transported. These factors can affect the minimum required coverage. Understanding what is required, as well as any special provisions that can be added, will help ensure adequate trucking insurance coverage in the state of Florida.