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Texting While Driving Ban, Cutest Pet Contest, and More!

We’re back with our host Steve Brooks, managing partner of the Brooks Law Group, for another edition of Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks! Texting While Driving Ban, Cutest Pet Contest, and More! On this week’s episode, we have a couple of topics to cover. First, a new law is in the works that will make ...

Most Dangerous Intersections in Tampa, FL

The most dangerous intersections in Florida are notorious for their high number of collisions. Beyond what the locals see on the streets every day, the statistics tell a shocking story. According to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), 30 percent of Florida traffic fatalities occur at intersections. And a recent analysis of the deadliest intersections ...

Pain and Suffering Damages After a Car Accident in Tampa, Florida

Car accident pain and suffering damages can have a lasting impact on your life. Along with the pain of your injuries and treatment, there are often emotional wounds that can last long after your injuries have healed. Fortunately, the law allows those who’ve been hurt due to negligence to seek fair compensation for the pain, ...

Red Light Cameras in Tampa, FL

Red-light cameras are a key part of traffic enforcement in Florida and many other states. They monitor intersections, record video, and take photos. They’re capable of recording multiple types of violations, including running red lights and illegal turns. And when it comes to traffic accidents, red-light cameras could also provide valuable evidence for people injured ...
Tips For Driving a Truck During Hurricane Season

Tips For Driving a Truck During Hurricane Season

While truckers are trained to drive in poor conditions, even the most highly skilled driver will be affected by bad weather. With the wind and rain during hurricane season, you may need to read up on how to stay safe before getting back on the road to avoid trucking accidents. Be Prepared This may seem ...
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: The Facts

Distracted Driving Awareness Month: The Facts

Every year, we lose thousands of lives to distracted driving. While our cars may be getting safer, the amount of distractions we have has only multiplied. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, sponsored by the National Safety Council. The goal is to bring greater awareness to the dangers of distracted driving and to prevent future ...
Florida’s Crackdown on Texting While Driving

Florida’s Crackdown on Texting While Driving

April is right around the corner now, and with it comes Distracted Driving Awareness month. Distracted driving is becoming more of an issue than ever in our tech-obsessed world. You’ve probably seen your fair share of drivers with their eyes on their phones instead of the road ahead. A current Senate bill is hoping to ...
Defensive Driving? Not in Florida

Defensive Driving? Not in Florida

There’s nothing like bumper-to-bumper traffic to get your blooding boiling. If you live in a densely packed city, you’re no stranger to what traffic congestion does to people. Tempers flare and defensive driving goes right out the window. According to a recent study, Florida cities are well-represented as far as aggressive drivers go. Are you ...
Protect Florida First Responders: Second Fire Truck Crash in 2 Months

Protect Florida First Responders: Second Fire Truck Crash in 2 Months

Every day, first responders around the country put their lives on the line to protect us. In the face of such sacrifice, it’s our responsibility to support and watch out for them. Especially on the roads. On Sunday morning, a car traveling at a high rate of speed collided with an Orlando Fire Department engine. ...

Family Weddings and Drowsy Driving

Family Weddings and Drowsy Driving As always, we’re joined by Steve Brooks, managing partner of the Brooks Law Group. On this week’s episode of Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks, we get a little personal. It’s wedding season! We’re excited for Steve’s niece, Blair, and her upcoming wedding this weekend. The whole gang is in town ...

Passionate Advocacy for Car Accident Victims

For decades, Brooks Law Group has remained dedicated to advocating for the rights of car accident victims. As we celebrate thirty years of operational excellence, we reflect on the lasting impact we’ve had on generations to come.
Americans More Likely to Die From an Opioid Overdose Than a Car Crash

Americans More Likely to Die From an Opioid Overdose Than a Car Crash

For as long as cars have been getting us from place to place, there have been associated dangers involved. We’re all aware of the potential for accidents, and even death. It’s something we’ve learned to deal with. Our lives now revolve around the ability to quickly travel from place to place. However, you might be ...
Mother Files Lawsuit After 5 Children Killed in Florida Truck Crash

Mother Files Lawsuit After 5 Children Killed in Florida Truck Crash

Earlier this year, a trip to Disney ended in tragedy after five children were killed in a deadly semi truck accident. While all accidents are dangerous, the stakes are raised exponentially when a commercial truck is involved. In this disaster, more than just five lives were lost. Two truck drivers also lost their lives in ...

Unveiling the Annual Brooks Law Group Car Accident Scholarship

As a testament to our unwavering dedication to our local community, state, and nation, we take great pride in introducing the inaugural Brooks Law Group Car Accident Scholarship. This scholarship marks our continued commitment to fostering well-being and providing opportunities for deserving students.
4 Killed in Christmas Day Car Collision

4 Killed in Christmas Day Car Collision

The holidays are a time for us to join together and spend time with family and friends. Every year, millions take to the roads to visit with their loved ones. Our streets become crowded with holiday traffic. The last thing any of us want to think about is the potential for a car accident during ...
High School Student Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Spring Hill, FL

High School Student Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Spring Hill, FL

We all know that motorcycles can be dangerous. For the more than 8 million motorcyclists in the United States, the experience often outweighs the risks. When tragedy strikes, it’s far more likely for a motorcyclist to be seriously injured or even killed. It’s one of the sobering facts that all motorcycle riders must come to ...

The Truck Crash Epidemic

Inside Look By Brooks: “The Truck Crash Epidemic” In 2016, more than 4,300 people were killed in accidents involving commercial trucks. As our technology has increased, our passenger cars have gotten safer and safer, yet our truck crashes continue to increase. What is causing this problem? For decades now, the NHTSA has been slow to ...
Semi-Truck Crash Statistics: What Do the Numbers Tell Us?

Semi-Truck Crash Statistics: What Do the Numbers Tell Us?

Recently, we’ve focused much of our attention on the topic of semi truck accidents. As our previous articles have revealed, we appear to be in the middle of a truck crash epidemic. Although increases in technology seem to have made our passenger vehicles safer, deaths from commercial truck crashes have continued to increase in recent ...
The Future of Self-Driving Trucks: Are We Close?

The Future of Self-Driving Trucks: Are We Close?

Recently, we looked at the future of self-driving cars on this blog post. If autonomous cars aren’t too far ahead, it only makes sense that commercial trucks would be going the same way. Currently, commercial truck driver is one of the most common jobs in our country. Our roads are filled with millions of big ...
Dump Truck Crash on US 301: The Facts and Figures

Dump Truck Crash on US 301: The Facts and Figures

Recently, I’ve written articles about all manner of major truck accidents. When people think of a big truck crash, they probably think of commercial semi trucks. Much like our recent articles about the City of Tampa garbage trucks, there’s another type of truck making the news lately. I’m talking about dump trucks. It often feels ...