Under Florida law, settlements of third-party liability claims involving an injured minor can be reached with both parents if the amount is not more than how much?

• A. $15,000 or less
• B. $30,000 or less
• C. $50,000 or less
• D. $100,000 or more

Answer: (A)

In Florida, the rules about settling a minor’s third‑party liability claim are designed to protect the child’s future interests. When the proposed settlement is small, the process can be handled directly with both parents without court involvement. Specifically, a settlement can be reached with both parents if the total amount is fifteen thousand dollars or less. If the amount exceeds that limit, the case requires court approval and typically guardianship protections (such as a guardian ad litem and funds placed in a blocked or protected account) to ensure proper management of the minor’s funds. So the maximum amount allowing a direct settlement with both parents is fifteen thousand dollars or less.