Pays Motorcycle Crash Victims $6.08 Million
Florida · S0036 · Introduced Aug 7, 2026
Why it matters
The Maces have not yet received most of their jury award, which covers Mrs. Mace's lifelong medical care and lost earnings. Passage would pay the remaining balance and end further claims from this crash.
What it does
- Would direct Charlotte County to pay the Maces $6,080,263.15 from funds not otherwise committed
- Covers injuries from a 2021 motorcycle crash caused by black paint on a roundabout road
- Caps attorney fees on this payment at 25 percent of the amount awarded
- Would be the Maces' only compensation for past and future claims from this crash
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About this bill
Would require Charlotte County to pay Krystle and Leonard Mace $6,080,263.15 to satisfy an unpaid court judgment. Attorney fees on the payment are capped at 25 percent.
Relief of Krystle Mace and Leonard Mace by Charlotte County
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Lawyers and injury groups would likely say the jury verdict and county liability justify full payment. They would argue the Maces need the money for lifelong care.
💬 The case against
Some county taxpayer groups would likely say the payment uses public money and sets a costly precedent. They may argue the county already paid its legal limit.
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