Florida § 501.995 - Private right of action.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 501.995 — Private right of action., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 501.995. Private right of action.
A person aggrieved by a violation of this part may bring an action in a court of competent jurisdiction. A court may award the following remedies to a prevailing plaintiff in an action brought pursuant to this section: (1) Equitable relief; (2) Actual damages; (3) Costs and fees, including reasonable attorney fees; and (4) Punitive damages in an amount not to exceed $75,000. However, such punitive damages may only be awarded if the court determines that the person asserting the patent infringement claim has repeatedly violated this part.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 501.995
What does Florida Statutes § 501.995 cover?
Section 501.995 ("Private right of action.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 501.995?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 501.995 apply to my situation?
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