Florida § 642.017 - Exemptions.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 642.017 — Exemptions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 642.017. Exemptions.
The provisions of the Florida Insurance Code do not apply to: (1) Retainer contracts made by attorneys at law with individual clients with fees based on estimates of the nature and amount of services to be provided to the specific client and similar contracts made with a group of clients involved in the same or closely related legal matters. (2) Any lawyer referral service authorized by The Florida Bar. (3) The furnishing of legal assistance by labor unions or other employee organizations to their members in matters relating to employment or occupation. (4) The furnishing of legal assistance to members, or their dependents, by a church, cooperative, educational institution, credit union, or organization of employees, in which the organization contracts directly with a lawyer or law firm for the provision of legal services and the administration and marketing of such legal services are conducted wholly by the organization. (5) Employee welfare benefit plans to the extent that state laws are superseded by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, 29 U.S.C. s. 1144, provided evidence of exemption from state laws is shown to the office.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 642.017
What does Florida Statutes § 642.017 cover?
Section 642.017 ("Exemptions.") 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 § 642.017?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 642.017" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 642.017 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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