In accordance with Florida law, the City's liability exposure is limited by the principle of Sovereign Immunity. Statute 768.28 stipulates a cap of $200,000 for individual claims and $300,000 for total claims. Any judgments exceeding these limits may be addressed in full or in part through legislative action by the Florida legislature.
As the administrator of the self-insurance program, Risk Management is responsible for investigating and assessing claims from individuals who believe the City has acted negligently, thereby incurring a responsibility to compensate for injuries or property damage. It is crucial to report any potential damage claims to Risk Management promptly (refer to the form below).
Furthermore, any individual who knowingly submits a claim or application with false or misleading information, with the intent to harm, defraud, or deceive an insurer, is committing a felony as defined by Florida Statute 817.234.