How to Apply for Social Security Benefits

At Brooks Law Group, we understand that Social Security Disability benefits can be a vital source of income for qualifying individuals. But unfortunately, the majority of Social Security applications are denied on the first try. Getting help from an experienced Florida disability lawyer can mean the difference between obtaining the money you need and getting…

I Fell at Walmart – What Do I Do Now?

Walmart, like a lot of superstores, attracts a wide range of shoppers with a wide variety of consumer interests. Florida is home to many Walmart stores. There are steps the shopper or visitor should take to address their physical and legal needs. These steps include things the Walmart customer should do immediately/in the store and…

Bedsores and Infections in Florida Nursing Home Abuse Cases

Florida is home to many senior nursing home centers. The elderly are attracted to Florida by the warm weather. Some elderly citizens need the help of a nursing home to manage the last years of their lives. Nursing homes are required, by Federal and state law, to provide proper care for their residents. Many nursing…

What to Look for When Hiring an Auto Accident Attorney – 10 Important Factors to Remember

If you or a loved one is hurt in an accident, you need a skilled attorney to handle your claim. But how do you know how to select the right attorney? What criteria should you use to choose the right attorney? Here are some of the key factors to question when choosing an auto accident…

How Death Impacts a Wrongful Death Case in Tampa, Florida

Wrongful death cases are different from other types of personal injury accident claims in many ways. Our skilled Tampa and Florida lawyers understand the emotional loss and will work with you to help you through your pain. Here are some of the key impacts of the death of personal injury victim: A life cut short…

Your Rights if You Slip and Fall in a Target Store in Tampa, Florida

Under Florida premises liability laws, Target may be responsible for slip and fall accidents that occur in its stores if its owners, managers, or other responsible parties fail to maintain their properties or warn visitors of potential dangers. If you were injured in a slip and fall in a Tampa Target store, you may be…

How Much Are Legal Fees in Personal Injury Claims in Florida?

People who have been hurt in accidents in Florida have a lot to worry about without having to worry about the legal fees. People whose families have been hurt because a loved one has died as a result of a wrongful death don’t want to have to worry about the lawyer fees. In Tampa and…

Tampa Truck Accidents: How to Stay Safe When Sharing the Road

Florida ranks as one of the top 10 states for truck accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 1,500 people died in Florida truck crashes over five recent years. That’s over 1,500 preventable tragedies in our state. And it doesn’t even account for the thousands of people who suffered incapacitating…

Nursing Home Abuse in Florida

Florida is home to many senior citizens. Many of these seniors, who can’t live independently, live in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. While we hope that our parents and grandparents will be taken care of by these homes and facilities, sometimes they don’t get the care that they should. Today, diseases like Alzheimer’s and…

Your Rights if You Slip and Fall in a Walmart Store in Florida

There are several hundred Walmart stores in Florida including close to a dozen in Tampa. Walmart stores provide a range of services from auto and photography to grocery shopping, clothing and furniture. Unfortunately, accidents do happen in these stores. Customers slip and fall for a variety of reasons that Walmart should prepare for. If you…