Florida § 769.02 - Liability of certain persons and corporations for injuries from negligence of fellow servants.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 769.02 — Liability of certain persons and corporations for injuries from negligence of fellow servants., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 769.02. Liability of certain persons and corporations for injuries from negligence of fellow servants.
The persons mentioned in s. 769.01 shall be liable in damages for injuries inflicted upon their agents and employees, and for the death of their agents and employees caused by the negligence of such persons, their agents and servants, unless such persons shall make it appear that they, their agents and servants have exercised all ordinary and reasonable care and diligence, the presumption in all cases being against such persons.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 769.02
What does Florida Statutes § 769.02 cover?
Section 769.02 ("Liability of certain persons and corporations for injuries from negligence of fellow servants.") 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 § 769.02?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 769.02" (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?
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How does Florida § 769.02 apply to my situation?
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