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Tips for Driving Safely in the Days Following Hurricane Ian

Tips for Driving Safely in the Days Following Hurricane Ian

After Hurricane Ian’s assault on Florida’s West coast and across the Central Florida area, the residents of Tampa Bay were breathing a sigh of relief while simultaneously feeling pity and empathy for those who were in the storm’s path. After having weather reporters project a direct hit to Tampa’s coastal area, we were braced for ...
Veterans Deserve Better: Representing Camp Lejeune Victims

Veterans Deserve Better: Representing Camp Lejeune Victims

America is a country built on honesty, integrity, and care for one’s fellow man…isn’t it? For veterans and their families who served at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, these values are being questioned in light of the information that has come out about water contamination, lack of transparency, and the lifelong health effects many of them ...
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 ...
The True American Spirit Is Alive and Well After Hurricane Ian

The True American Spirit Is Alive and Well After Hurricane Ian

Ian left a huge mark on Florida in many ways, and while many of these marks are ugly blemishes of damage and brokenness, one unexpected mark is shining brighter than the rest today. It’s not the sun coming out after the storm. It’s the American spirit. Americans believe in caring for our brother, loving our ...
Camp Lejeune – Did the U.S. Government Abandon Our Veterans?

Camp Lejeune – Did the U.S. Government Abandon Our Veterans?

My numerous family members were not affected, but unfortunately many veterans and their family members that served at Camp Lejeune were harmed, not by a foreign nation, but by toxic water they encountered while on base at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Brooks Law Group Wants to Help You! We want to be there for ...
Polk County Ranked in Top 10 Most Dangerous Areas for Pedestrians

Polk County Ranked in Top 10 Most Dangerous Areas for Pedestrians

Polk County seems idyllic in so many ways. For those of us who live here, we’ve fallen in love with the many lakes and waterways, the delicious, local dining options, the amazing sunsets, the close proximity to the coast and major attractions, and of course, the beautiful downtown areas where you can browse markets and shops. Unfortunately, many locals ...
Camp Lejeune – Imagine the Unimaginable!

Camp Lejeune – Imagine the Unimaginable!

Imagine this! You grew up in an era where the flag was honored, and military service was aspired, too. You wanted to do your part to support and defend our freedoms. Imagine that as a young man or woman you or a family member wanted to join the marines to serve your country. Imagine that ...
Ongoing Health Issues for Camp Lejeune Victims: What to Know

Ongoing Health Issues for Camp Lejeune Victims: What to Know

The Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit continues to gain awareness, and countless victims are stepping forward to work toward justice for themselves and/or their families who were impacted. Between the years of August 1953 and December 1987, anyone who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina was potentially exposed to toxic substances in the groundwater. Some of the chemicals found ...
How Brooks Law Group Is Giving Back to Tampa Bay Residents

How Brooks Law Group Is Giving Back to Tampa Bay Residents

If you’ve followed Brooks Law Group for any length of time, you know how committed we are to our local community. We are passionate about supporting and giving back to our area families and organizations, and we are always on the lookout for ways to do that each year. Of course we give back by routinely supporting ...
Defensive Driving Lessons from a Fatal Tampa Motorcycle Crash

Defensive Driving Lessons from a Fatal Tampa Motorcycle Crash

Motorcycle accidents take the lives of countless bikers each year, and sadly, another individual was killed Saturday night in Tampa. A 43-year old Tampa motorcyclist was heading north on I-75 when he lost control of his bike around milepost 254. While the Florida Highway Patrol said the cause of the accident wasn’t known, what is known is that the ...
Labor Day Q&A: Fun Facts about This Popular Holiday

Labor Day Q&A: Fun Facts about This Popular Holiday

As Polk County gears up for Labor Day weekend, you’re likely excited about having a Monday off work, and enjoying some well-deserved rest. What led to this popular holiday though, and why is it celebrated across the US? We took the time to dig up some fun facts about Labor Day, and what we found made ...
New Drivers: Top 4 Tips for Tampa Bay Teens

New Drivers: Top 4 Tips for Tampa Bay Teens

As a new school year shifts into gear here in Tampa Bay, many sophomores will be picking up the keys for the first time as they complete Driver’s Ed. and prepare to take their licensure exam. We understand that it’s an exciting time, and likely one they’ve waited for since they were small, but do most teens really understand ...
Commercial Driver Killed in Tampa Bay Crash: How to Protect Yourself

Commercial Driver Killed in Tampa Bay Crash: How to Protect Yourself

The recent multi-vehicle crash on I-75 claimed the life of one Ohio man. The accident that happened in the morning near Bruce B. Downs Boulevard involved several vehicles, including two commercial vehicles transporting mobile homes that were stopped on the right shoulder. The driver of one of these transport trucks had exited and was standing outside ...
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 ...
Tampa Bay Teen Injured in Hit and Run: What You Need to Know

Tampa Bay Teen Injured in Hit and Run: What You Need to Know

An arrest was made this week in the hit-and-run of a 13-year-old girl in Sarasota County. On Wednesday, police took David Chang into custody for hitting the teen when she was riding her bike across the crosswalk of her school. The accident happened on East Bay Street (at Old Venice Road) in a known school ...
Back to School in Tampa Bay! Simple Gifts for Your Child’s Teacher

Back to School in Tampa Bay! Simple Gifts for Your Child’s Teacher

Many schools in and around the Tampa Bay area are back in session beginning this week, and we all know how exciting it is for the children (and parents) to see that yellow bus roll up and kick off a brand new year. For teachers though, the excitement is probably mixed with some nerves about new ...
Injured While Shopping? Yes, It Can Happen!

Injured While Shopping? Yes, It Can Happen!

Shopping might not make it on the list of extreme sports, but it does lead to many injuries in the Tampa Bay area each year. Slip-and-fall injuries are especially commonplace in grocery stores, supermarkets, or grocery warehouses where spills happen frequently. While it might not seem like a serious situation, slip-and-fall accidents are actually quite dangerous, leading ...
School Bus Etiquette: Avoiding Accidents as Students Go Back to School

School Bus Etiquette: Avoiding Accidents as Students Go Back to School

Do you remember the Driver’s Ed. lesson when your instructor taught about school bus etiquette? If you’re like most drivers in and around Tampa Bay, you’d answer no. Unfortunately, many drivers can’t quickly call to mind the rules of the road when it comes to school buses, and that could mean BIG trouble for 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 ...
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 ...