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Birthday Vigil Held for Bayshore Street Racing Victim

Birthday Vigil Held for Bayshore Street Racing Victim

There are precious few things in life more tragic than the loss of a child. The loss of a mother and child together is even more upsetting. Most upsetting of all is when the tragedy was completely avoidable, like in the case of Jessica and Lillia Raubenolt. This is a follow-up to a blog we ...
Everything You Should Know About Self-Driving Cars Technology

Everything You Should Know About Self-Driving Cars Technology

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been following the development of self-driving cars. I’ve always found myself fascinated with tech, and autonomous vehicles are the latest craze. Companies like Google and Uber are investing a lot of time and money into the technology. How will driverless cars affect the average person though? For some, ...
Motorcycle Crashes Kill Thousands of Riders per Year in Florida

Motorcycle Crashes Kill Thousands of Riders per Year in Florida

Do you ever think about motorcycles on the road? It seems like they are everywhere in the spring and summer time – it must have something to do with the freedom that comes with it and not freezing like one would during the winter months. But, the freedom experiences is only half the story – ...
Most Dangerous Time & Day of the Week

Most Dangerous Time & Day of the Week

Auto accidents occur all the time – every month, every week, every day. Have you ever thought about how many accidents occur daily? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car accidents killed 37, 461 people in 2016 5.6% higher than 2015. Which are the least and most dangerous days of the week ...
Killer Highway in the Heart of Central Florida

Killer Highway in the Heart of Central Florida

History of US 27 U.S. Route 27 encompasses many states in the Southern and Midwestern region including: Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana. U.S. Route 27 started as a stretch of highway with a purpose in the interest of tourism and held an economic responsibility to mainly, Florida. Not only was it a major ...
Beloved Moffitt Cancer Center Doctor Killed in Tampa Car Accident

Beloved Moffitt Cancer Center Doctor Killed in Tampa Car Accident

Helping a family member involved in a car crash can be hard, especially if they must go through surgeries, therapies, or end up disabled. Unfortunately, there are also families that must deal with the death of a family member involved in a car accident. Car accidents are not only unexpected, unpredictable, and sometimes devastating, they ...

Texting and Driving… Should We Ban It?

Steve Brooks talks about changes that may be made to Florida law regarding texting and driving.

The Third Most Dangerous Highway in the Nation Resides in Florida

Recently, we covered the most dangerous highway in the nation: Interstate 4. Since then, another highway in our backyard has been named the third most dangerous highway in America: US 27. Based on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration statistics, a company named Geotab recently published a study showing that there have been 529 fatal ...
Injured in a Crash Involving an Uber Driver? Benefits You May Claim

Injured in a Crash Involving an Uber Driver? Benefits You May Claim

Have you been a passenger in an Uber vehicle? Uber and its closest competitor, Lyft, are in nearly every American city and many towns including Tampa, Lakeland, Winter Haven and the surrounding areas. To be an Uber driver, you only need to be 21 years of age, have a 4-door vehicle that is no more ...

You Won’t Believe What A Car Accident Will Cost You!

The answer here at Brooks Law Group is … Nothing, unless and until we make a recovery for you! Whether it is a “T-Bone” or a “Fender Bender,” car accidents can be very costly, especially if you don’t know what you are doing. Understanding how claims and lawyer fees work can help increase your chances ...

Excessively Bright Headlights Could Make You At Fault For An Accident

HID stands for High Intensity Discharge commonly referred to Xenon (ZEE-NON) headlamps. We have all seen these super bright blue/white headlights once reserved for the most expensive automobiles. Today many manufactures include HID or even newer technology super bright CREE LED (Light Emitting Diode) headlamps as standard equipment, even on economy cars. HID and LED ...

You Snooze, You Lose! Drowsy Driving Accidents

Everyone understands the affect drinking and driving and texting while driving have on your ability to operate a vehicle. However, many people do not realize that driving while sleep deprived can be just as dangerous. A new study by AAA ( American Automobile Association) found that drivers with less than five hours of sleep are ...

Car Accidents: Medical Bills, Insurance and Liability

At Brooks Law Group, we know the time following a car accident is stressful. We have compiled the top 5 questions we hear from our new clients and have the answers that will help you get though this uncertain time. We want to help. Q: If I don’t feel injured after my crash, do I ...

5 Reasons Why You Need A Lawyer After a Car Accident

A common question we hear from our clients is: ‘Why do I need a lawyer if I have insurance?’. We wanted to give some information to help you decide on how to proceed after a vehicle accident to obtain a settlement that you deserve. Navigating the insurance system involves understanding insurance laws and areas of ...

Mass Transportation vs. Personal Vehicles: Which Is Better?

How does the safety comparison stack up? Do you know the most dangerous activity most human beings engage in everyday? No, it’s not skydiving or climbing Mt. Everest. It has been statistically proven that driving or riding in a motor vehicle of any kind is one of the most dangerous activities someone can do. In ...

Studies Show Car Accidents are a Common Cause of PTSD

When one hears the term Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), they often think of a sad affliction that solely affects soldiers returning from battle. Indeed, PTSD does afflict members of armed forces who have witnessed and experienced traumatic events at an alarming rate. However, PTSD also affects persons outside of the hellish confines of war: ...

Tips For Safe Driving in Severe Weather

As Floridians, most of us are used to driving in the rain. After all, we have been doing it since we received our license. Most safety websites will tell you that it is not a good idea for you to drive in the rain. While this may be true, this is not a reality for ...
How to Avoid Road Rage and Aggressive Driving Accidents in Florida

How to Avoid Road Rage and Aggressive Driving Accidents in Florida

We’ve all encountered rude and angry drivers. And if we’re honest, most of us can admit to getting irritated behind the wheel before. But if those feelings affect our driving behavior, we become a danger to ourselves and others. Florida is one of the worst states for aggressive driving and road rage accidents in the ...

Winter Haven Gessler Clinic Worker Killed – Struck by Car of Coworker

One month ago in Winter Haven, a 40-year-old woman by the name of Tammy Ellison was killed when getting out of her car in the parking lot of where she was employed at Gessler Clinic. Ellison had just arrived at work in the morning around 7:50am. As she was walking into work, she was struck ...

Primary Seat Belt Laws Could Reduce Drunk Driving

Everyone knows drinking and driving is a bad idea. The statistics indicating just how bad an idea it is are startling: according to the Centers for Disease Control, almost 30 people die in this country from car crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver every day. Put another way, one person dies from car crashes involving alcohol ...