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Protect Yourself This Summer! Florida Lawyers Discuss Summer Safety

Protect Yourself This Summer! Florida Lawyers Discuss Summer Safety

We all love summer. School is out, days are longer, and Central Florida and the Tampa Bay area is booming with tourists and locals alike enjoying our beaches, lakes, theme parks, and sunshine. Summer doesn’t come without risks though, and as lawyers, we notice trends in accidents and injuries. Many of them could be prevented, ...
Pursuing Justice While Navigating Bias in the Courtroom

Pursuing Justice While Navigating Bias in the Courtroom

All people deserve justice and deserve to be seen for their humanity. There are many obstacles that can stand in the way of justice.  In this article, we want to focus on one particular challenge: implicit bias in the courtroom. Perception.org describes Implicit bias  as “when we have attitudes towards people or associate stereotypes with ...
March Is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month

March Is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month

March is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month, and Brooks Law Group is here to take part. As leading TBI attorneys in the Winter Haven area, awareness of this issue is near to our hearts, and we believe strongly in the importance of making sure others understand TBIs and how they impact individuals and families. What ...
Don’t Fight for Your Hurricane Claim Alone

Don’t Fight for Your Hurricane Claim Alone

Severe weather is an annual occurrence in Central Florida, and hurricanes are a way of life. Unfortunately, these storms leave behind a path of destruction and residents are forced to grapple with damages to their homes and businesses, injuries, loss of possessions, and more. The worst part? Victims aren’t able to grieve their losses in ...
the (Not So) Calm After the Storm: Hurricane Ian Insurance Claims

the (Not So) Calm After the Storm: Hurricane Ian Insurance Claims

Ian left its mark all over southeast and central Florida, and while Brooks Law Group is thankful to be walking out with minimal damage, our hearts are with all of our friends and neighbors who weren’t so lucky. Many of our friends in and around Polk County were affected by the high winds and rain ...
Why Choosing a Local Lawyer Means Better Results for Your Case

Why Choosing a Local Lawyer Means Better Results for Your Case

When you play a game of darts, do you pick up a handful, throw them at the target, and hope at least one sticks somewhere close to the bullseye? Not normally. Instead, you analyze the target, take time to aim, and then carefully throw the dart to achieve the best possible score. Why then, would you ...
Liability & Leaving the Scene: What Drivers Should Do After Accidents

Liability & Leaving the Scene: What Drivers Should Do After Accidents

Following a car accident, it’s easy to panic. This is especially true for the at-fault party, as they have the most at stake. Unfortunately, this prompts many drivers to leave the scene of an accident, and whether they know it or not, they just increased their chances of being charged and having a long list of ...
Family Law & Personal Injury: Interview with Tom Marks

Family Law & Personal Injury: Interview with Tom Marks

Our managing partner Steve Brooks had the honor of appearing on The Healthy Family Law Attorney show. In this interview with family law attorney Tom Marks, they discuss how spouses are affected by personal injury lawsuits. Steve explains the economic and non-economic damages that injured parties and their spouses can recover. Plus, he shares his ...
Talcum Powder: Dangers and Lawsuits

Talcum Powder: Dangers and Lawsuits

Talcum powder, also known as talc, has a very muddied medical history. Since the 1930s, people have been skeptical to use it as a self-care product at home. A 1975 study discovered that a whopping 75% of ovarian tumors had talc particles in them. Finally, in 2020, self-care titan Johnson & Johnson discontinued the sale ...

Traumatic Brain Injury Facts

Looking for traumatic brain injury facts and answers? We have lots of information and many traumatic brain injury facts on hand, and are ready to answer your questions. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from a sudden jolt or blow to the head. A TBI may also occur when an external object, such as a ...
Miami Condo Building Collapse: What Are the Legal Implications?

Miami Condo Building Collapse: What Are the Legal Implications?

The death toll continues to rise from the rubble of the Champlain Towers South building, a 12-story beachfront condo property that recently collapsed in Surfside. As first responders continue rescue efforts in the Miami suburb, questions loom about what went wrong and who may be legally responsible for the collapse. Several lawsuits have already been ...
10 Mistakes That Might Derail Your Florida Personal Injury Claim

10 Mistakes That Might Derail Your Florida Personal Injury Claim

If you have been in an accident and are pursuing a personal injury claim, it’s critical to know what not to do so you can set yourself up to win. After handling hundreds of personal injury claims, we know that mistakes can cause you to lose your personal injury lawsuit. Here are 10 to avoid. ...
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 car ...
5 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

5 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have been hurt in an accident caused by another’s recklessness, you may be entitled to compensation through a Florida personal injury claim. Many people try to settle these claims on their own, thinking that they don’t need the help of a personal injury attorney. However, a lawyer can be a valuable asset during ...
Filing a Claim in a Florida Uber or Lyft Accident

Filing a Claim in a Florida Uber or Lyft Accident

There’s no question that rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have transformed transportation throughout Florida. Rideshares give consumers a convenient alternative to get around town or to earn extra cash. But if an accident happens and someone is injured in a rideshare crash, the insurance rules for compensation can be confusing for everyone involved. In ...

Inside Look – Developments in the Roundup Cancer Lawsuit

On this Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve is back to cover a few interesting developments in the recent Roundup cancer lawsuits that have been piling up against Monsanto. Former NFL Player Sues Monsanto Over Roundup Weedkiller! Recently, former NFL player and ESPN analyst Merril Hoge also filed a lawsuit against Monsanto for its herbicide ...

Legal Issues and Property Owners’ Liability in Florida

What are the property owners’ liability in the State of Florida? When you visit someone else’s property or a business, it’s reasonable to assume that you won’t get hurt. But when Florida property owners and managers fail to fulfill their duty to keep tenants, visitors, and customers safe, the likelihood that someone will be injured ...

Paying Your Medical Bills After an Accident in Tampa, Florida

Figuring out how to pay for your Accident Medical Bills in Tampa after a car accident can be a daunting task. The state’s no-fault auto insurance laws provide some financial protection for you. However, will your benefits be enough if you’re seriously injured? Are there other options? Here’s your answer: It depends. The party who ...

Average Truck Accident Settlements in Tampa, FL

Truck accidents are some of the most catastrophic motor vehicle accidents. The large size and weight of commercial trucks mean that they inflict violent forces on other vehicles when a collision occurs, even at modest speeds. Sadly, the occupants of the other vehicles tend to suffer the worst injuries. Because the injuries and losses sustained ...

Navigating a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit in Tampa, FL

If you were hurt in a Tampa motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to receive compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering, among other losses. However, the process of pursuing the financial recovery you need can be confusing and overwhelming, especially if you need to take the at-fault party to ...