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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Odds of Dying in a Car Crash in Florida

Odds of Dying in a Car Crash in Florida

At the very least, a car accident results in some vehicle damage. But unfortunately, other collisions in Florida are far more violent, resulting in serious and fatal injuries to drivers and their passengers. That leads many people to wonder: “What are the odds of dying in a car crash in the Sunshine State?” According to ...
Large Trucks Are Involved in 1/3 Fatal Crashes in Work Zones

Large Trucks Are Involved in 1/3 Fatal Crashes in Work Zones

Work zones are some of the most treacherous places on Florida roadways. As the number of people killed in work zones along roads continues to climb, federal regulators are calling on the public to exercise caution as they navigate work zones. In particular, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is asking truck drivers to ...
National Volunteer Week: Changing a Community

National Volunteer Week: Changing a Community

Did you know that April 18-24 is officially declared as National Volunteer Week? This week celebrates volunteers around the country and encourages everyone to pitch in. Here at Brooks Law Group, giving back to our community is very important to us. It’s why we put on events like our Turkey Giveaway each year. But how ...
5 Shocking Polk Crime and Traffic Statistics

5 Shocking Polk Crime and Traffic Statistics

It goes without saying that 2020 was not the year any of us expected. Between social unrest, politics, and coronavirus, 2020 posed quite a few threats to our daily comfort. In addition to all of this, regular crime and legal issues were still commonplace. Below we have 5 of last year’s crime and traffic statistics ...
I-4 Construction Updates for Commuters

I-4 Construction Updates for Commuters

Commuting on I-4 is a struggle that Polk and Hillsborough County residents know well. Whether you commute to Tampa or Orlando, you’ve surely been caught in some rush hour traffic. It looks like the new year will bring some I-4 construction changes that might help you out! Did you know that I-4 is one of ...
Protests and Riots: How to Stay Safe in Civil Unrest

Protests and Riots: How to Stay Safe in Civil Unrest

Since the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, many across the nation have joined both nonviolent protests and riots. During this time, people have been victimized by both demonstrators and law enforcement. As protests become more common, local streets seem to become more and more dangerous. With some forethought and understanding, it’s easy to ...
Register to Vote at Our Office!

Register to Vote at Our Office!

As November approaches, there’s one question you’re sure to hear over and over again. Are you registered to vote? Though it may seem redundant, this is an important thing to remember! This year’s General Election will be as important as ever, and it’s your right to make your voice heard. But you can’t do that ...
Semi-Truck Crash in Lakeland Shuts Down Roads

Semi-Truck Crash in Lakeland Shuts Down Roads

Early this morning, a Lakeland semi-truck crash had roads closed for hours. The collision occurred near the I-4 overpass on State Road 33. The road remained closed until much later this morning, forcing drivers to find another route to work. One of the drivers was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries. Accidents ...
Coronavirus Lockdowns Reduce Traffic Accidents and Fatalities

Coronavirus Lockdowns Reduce Traffic Accidents and Fatalities

Like the rest of the U.S., Florida has been battling the coronavirus since March. While the state is suffering from lost lives, lost jobs, and economic turmoil, there has been a small silver lining. The number of fatal car accidents plunged in Florida since the pandemic began, according to a recent study by the National ...
Florida Court Update: New Orders Launch Pilot Program

Florida Court Update: New Orders Launch Pilot Program

Florida’s Chief Justice Charles Canady issued an Order on May 21st that will allow civil jury trials to be held remotely. To stop the spread of coronavirus, Florida courts have not held a jury trial since March 16th of this year. As imagined, there is a backlog of cases that are waiting to be heard. ...
Phase Two of Florida’s Reopening

Phase Two of Florida’s Reopening

So far, there have not been significant increases in the number of COVID-19 cases. However, we have note seen a notable decrease in case numbers either. Florida is fast approaching Phase Two of our state’s plans to reopen the economy as the governor opens more and more businesses and increases crowd capacity within each. While ...
Meet Ronnie – May’s Pet of the Month!

Meet Ronnie – May’s Pet of the Month!

Ronnie is a very friendly cat that loves attention. He likes to talk back to you and will come to you to be loved. Ronnie is only okay with some cats and prefers not to be held longer than a few minutes, so a home where he can be your only love and older kids ...
Florida PIP’s 14-Day Rule and COVID-19

Florida PIP’s 14-Day Rule and COVID-19

Do I Need to Go to the Doctor’s Office? If you were injured in a car accident, seek medical attention within the first 14 days– even during a pandemic!  Recent times have been stressful enough – being in a car accident can add to the stress and leave you confused about which steps to take ...
COVID-19 Emergency Orders Extended for Court System

COVID-19 Emergency Orders Extended for Court System

On Monday, April 6th, Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Canady extended the COVID-19 Emergency Orders through May 29th. Local courts will continue the use of social distancing and remote technology. Remote technology utilized includes both video and phone hearings. Many services will remain limited. How does this affect you? What is suspended? Jury proceedings ...
The Coronavirus Numbers Continue to Increase

The Coronavirus Numbers Continue to Increase

As of today, Tuesday, April 7th, the Coronavirus death toll in Florida stands at 283. There are 14,504 confirmed cases. There is still a shortage of tests and a shortage of medical supplies. The number of cases and deaths are expected to continue to rise. Cases range in severity and current area numbers are as ...
Daylight Saving Time Brings More Deadly Car Accidents

Daylight Saving Time Brings More Deadly Car Accidents

Daylight Saving Time (DST) is around the corner. On Sunday, March 8 at 2 a.m., Floridians will shift their clocks forward one hour. That means everyone loses one hour of sleep. Besides being extra sleepy, researchers say that “springing forward” has dangerous consequences. A recent study in the journal Current Biology reported a 6 percent ...
Tampa Rideshare Victims Killed in Wrong Way Crash After Gasparilla

Tampa Rideshare Victims Killed in Wrong Way Crash After Gasparilla

If you live near Tampa, you probably know a thing or two about the Gasparilla Pirate Festival. It’s one of the biggest celebrations in the Bay area every year. The Gasparilla parade is known as the third largest parade in the country with an attendance of around 300,000 people every year. More than 1,000,000 people ...