Have you ever wondered if you could just “DIY” your case, instead of hiring a personal injury lawyer, to save some cash? After all, injuries happen all the time in places of business around Tampa Bay. Some of the most common scenarios include: Slipping on a wet floor due to…
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Are you gearing up for your Florida vacation now that schools are back in session? Many individuals without children choose to travel after the summer rush. Local attractions like Disney, Universal Studios, Cocoa Beach, Tampa’s Busch Gardens, and others are less crowded during the new few weeks as families are settling…
Were you injured in a car accident, at work, or because of someone else’s negligence? No matter what caused your personal injury, you deserve justice. People commonly assume (mistakenly) that getting help after an accident or injury requires a lawsuit. This deters many victims from pursuing the compensation they need….
A car accident leaves drivers and passengers traumatized, especially if the accident caused injuries or fatalities. Because of the subsequent shock, many victims delay filing a claim for their damages and injuries because they are coping with recovery. Unfortunately, the moment your accident occurs it begins the countdown on the…
Brooks Law Group advocates for building people-first cultures in our local businesses and communities. Our passion for people drives our Annual Turkey Giveaway. More recently, it sparked our hosting a free ASL class in our Winter Haven office. We believe EVERY voice, every person, matters, and we carry that belief into…
“Do I have to pay taxes on legal settlements?” “Will my legal settlement affect my tax return?” “Is a legal settlement tax exempt or tax deductible?” At Brooks Law Group, we hear the same questions repeatedly from clients who have won their cases. We know these are important questions, and…
¡Estamos encantados de anunciar una notable victoria en el juicio de nuestros clientes, gracias al arduo trabajo y la dedicación de una de las abogadas litigantes de Brooks Law Group, Amy Smith! Uno de los problemas en este juicio involucró la barrera del idioma de un cliente de habla hispana….
Friday marked the advancement of HB 837 ( the “Tort Reform” bill) following six weeks of the House Civil Justice Subcommittee preparing for the annual legislative session, and attorneys across Florida are concerned with what could be coming in Florida law. The bill received bipartisan opposition, as well as public opposition,…
We are thrilled to announce a notable trial victory for our clients, thanks to the hard work and dedication of one of Brooks Law Group’s trial attorneys, Amy Smith! One of the issues in this trial involved the language barrier of a Spanish speaking client. Language barriers can cause emotions…
Do you have a fear of accidents not because of the pain or damages, but because of the horror stories you’ve heard of attorney fees? We’re sure many of you envision dollar signs and debt when you think of taking a case to court following your accident, and we understand why….
