Glossary term
Permanency (tort) threshold
Permanency (tort) threshold: The standard an injured person must meet in Florida to sue an at-fault driver for pain and suffering: permanent injury, significant scarring or disfigurement, or death.
Where this term matters
Guides and entries on this site that use the term.
Guide
Florida PIP and No-Fault Insurance Explained
How Florida's no-fault system works, what the $10,000 PIP benefit pays, the 14-day rule, and the permanency threshold for suing.
Entry
What Happens If You Are Hit by an Uninsured Driver in Florida?
Learn what covers medical bills and vehicle repairs after an uninsured crash in Florida, including PIP limits, tort rules, and uninsured motorist coverage.
Entry
Florida PIP 14-Day Rule Explained: Medical Limits and Requirements
Understand Florida's PIP 14-day rule under Fla. Stat. § 627.736, including the $10,000 benefit limit, emergency medical requirements, and filing deadlines.