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Car Accident on Rt. 19 Closes Roadway in Flames

Car Accident on Rt. 19 Closes Roadway in Flames

In the early morning of Wednesday, March 9th, a black pickup truck and a black sedan collided in the intersection of Nebraska Avenue and Route 19 near Tampa. Both vehicles were immediately evacuated as they went up in flames, leaving the roadways completely blocked on the northbound side. Although 2 of 3 passengers were taken ...
Olivia Bryant: Fall 2021 Scholarship Winner – Driving Distractions

Olivia Bryant: Fall 2021 Scholarship Winner – Driving Distractions

Olivia Bryant is our Fall 2021 Scholarship winner! This is her winning essay submission on different driving distractions we face and how to end them. Read more on our scholarship program here. Throughout the generations, distractions for drivers have become much more popular and tempting. Just a few decades ago, the biggest distraction was the ...
Anthony Torres: 2021 Scholarship Runner Up – Ending Distracted Driving

Anthony Torres: 2021 Scholarship Runner Up – Ending Distracted Driving

Anthony Torres is our Fall 2021 Scholarship runner up! This is his winning essay submission on ending distracted driving. Read more on our scholarship program here. For many years, distracted driving has been the cause of countless deaths around the United States. Many of the deaths of teenagers come from young drivers crashing because of ...
Passenger Injuries in a Car Accident in Florida

Passenger Injuries in a Car Accident in Florida

Anyone can suffer injuries in a Florida car accident. Most drivers know to contact their insurance companies for compensation for medical expenses and other losses. But what if you suffered injuries as a passenger? Who pays for your injuries? These are great questions, and the Tampa car accident lawyers at Brooks Law Group have the ...
Distracted Driving Is More than Texting

Distracted Driving Is More than Texting

Our attorneys Steve Brooks and Beach Brooks III took to Facebook Live to discuss different types of distracted driving. Listen to the podcast and read ahead for the transcript. S: Good afternoon, welcome to Wednesday’s Inside Look by Brooks! I’m joined by my co-host, Beach Brooks III. How are you doing today, Beach? B: Doing ...
Odds of Dying in a Car Crash in Florida

Odds of Dying in a Car Crash in Florida

At the very least, a car accident results in some vehicle damage. But unfortunately, other collisions in Florida are far more violent, resulting in serious and fatal injuries to drivers and their passengers. That leads many people to wonder: “What are the odds of dying in a car crash in the Sunshine State?” According to ...
College Students and Car Accidents: Statistics and Tips

College Students and Car Accidents: Statistics and Tips

The start of a new college semester brings all sorts of emotions—excitement, nerves, and anticipation. With several colleges in the Central Florida area, we see it all. As students move in and prepare for a new school year, it’s important to be prepared for anything. That includes college students being in car accidents. Many young ...
The Most Dangerous County for Driving in Florida

The Most Dangerous County for Driving in Florida

Florida consistently ranks as one of the worst U.S. states for driving. It’s a big state filled with tourist attractions. Whether you’re a longtime resident or visiting for the sunny beaches, big city nightlife, or amusement parks, be prepared to contend with some of the deadliest roads in the country. Wondering about the most dangerous ...
Large Trucks Are Involved in 1/3 Fatal Crashes in Work Zones

Large Trucks Are Involved in 1/3 Fatal Crashes in Work Zones

Work zones are some of the most treacherous places on Florida roadways. As the number of people killed in work zones along roads continues to climb, federal regulators are calling on the public to exercise caution as they navigate work zones. In particular, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is asking truck drivers to ...
5 Driving Tips for Hurricane Preparedness

5 Driving Tips for Hurricane Preparedness

Any experienced Floridian can tell you that the summer months are some of the rainiest. This rainy season usually lasts from late May until well into October—right in the middle of hurricane season. These months are responsible for over 60% of the annual rainfall in the state. You can count on them to be more ...
Red Light Cameras: Purpose, Debate, and Tips

Red Light Cameras: Purpose, Debate, and Tips

Over the last few years, red light cameras have become a topic of heated discussion for Florida legislators. Following Texas’ decision to remove them completely in 2019, many expect that Florida will follow suit. But 2 years later, the cameras in Florida are still in use. Today, we’ll discuss why red light cameras are such ...
Questions to Ask When Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer in Tampa, FL

Questions to Ask When Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer in Tampa, FL

Finding the right lawyer is essential if you’ve been hurt in a car accident in Tampa. Building a strong case for compensation is a job for someone with extensive experience in personal injury law and who knows what it takes to craft a claim that can win. But how do you find the best Tampa ...
Florida Driving: Unexpected Effects of COVID-19

Florida Driving: Unexpected Effects of COVID-19

If there’s one thing Floridians can agree on, it’s that driving in the state is often a chore. You might assume that roadways would be overall safer in 2020, given that miles driven were down 13%. Shockingly, the opposite is true. 2020 was a record-setting year for Florida driving. With a little research and preparation, ...
Florida Lawmakers Push to Repeal No Fault Car Insurance

Florida Lawmakers Push to Repeal No Fault Car Insurance

Florida lawmakers are pressing forward with an effort to repeal the state’s no-fault car insurance system. Short of full repeal, they hope to achieve a major overhaul. Any changes will likely be controversial, given the fact that no-fault insurance is a perennial hot-button issue. Critics say it’s behind the times at best and, at worst, ...
Top 10 Most Dangerous Intersections in Tampa, FL

Top 10 Most Dangerous Intersections in Tampa, FL

Some car accidents are inevitable. But there are some areas in Tampa where crashes are more likely. A local advocacy group, All For Transportation, recently delved into crash statistics and identified the most problematic intersections. The purpose of the study is to encourage government leaders to make road and highway improvements in Tampa and Hillsborough ...
Tips for Returning to Normal Life After a Car Accident in Tampa

Tips for Returning to Normal Life After a Car Accident in Tampa

An automobile accident can result in harm on many levels, not just physically. Returning to the life you once lived can take time. The recovery process has its ups and downs, and you may feel like you’re riding an emotional rollercoaster. Believe it or not, that’s normal after a car accident. More than 7,000 people ...
Drunk Driving in Florida: The Holiday Danger

Drunk Driving in Florida: The Holiday Danger

For residents of Florida, driving is a bit unusual. As a visitor, you may believe that turn signals are optional here—they are not. You might think that the left lane is no longer for passing in this state—it still is. Maybe you think it’s perfectly legal to drive with faulty brake lights (since every car ...
Dangers of Driving After Daylight Savings

Dangers of Driving After Daylight Savings

An unintended by-product of the switch to and from Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a marked increase in deadly car accidents. The spike is especially notable in the spring, when we lose an hour of sleep. In fact, fatal car wrecks go up by six percent in the week following the start of DST. This ...
Young Men are Driving Dangerously During COVID

Young Men are Driving Dangerously During COVID

The COVID-19 pandemic has infiltrated nearly every aspect of American life. When the nation was shut down in early spring, there was a rise in unsafe driving habits nationwide, especially among young men. Chief among them was driving under the influence of alcohol or mind-altering drugs. But a rise in other risky behaviors, such as ...
Adults with ADHD at Greater Risk of Car Accidents

Adults with ADHD at Greater Risk of Car Accidents

Car accidents are more likely for adults who experience ADHD symptoms beyond childhood, according to a new study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). ADHD, or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, affects more than 6.1 million children in America. Characterized by trouble focusing, sitting still, ...