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If you’ve been in a commercial vehicle accident, perhaps the question foremost on your mind is: “Who’s fault is it?” We understand your need for answers. That’s why Brooks Law Group specializes in determining liability in commercial vehicle accidents and advocating for clients’ rights. In addition to proving fault, we must provide necessary evidence to…
The new year is a time for fresh starts and a renewed focus on personal goals and aspirations. Unfortunately, accidents involving commercial trucks and vans can disrupt lives in an instant. If you’ve been injured in such an accident, taking the right steps early on can significantly protect your health, rights, and future. Here are…
As we finish the first week of 2025, many of us are focused on resolutions, fresh starts, and planning for the future. However, accidents involving commercial vehicles can shatter those plans in an instant, leaving impacted individuals with life-altering injuries and long-lasting consequences. These collisions are often more severe than typical car accidents due to…
We all want to avoid an accident on Christmas Eve. However, what can one do with thousands of people hitting the roads across Florida? Brooks Law Group had an insider conversation with The Big Guy himself, and Santa let us in on a few secrets that protect him (and his sleigh) safe each year. As…
Commercial vehicle accidents are a major cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in the United States. While TBIs can result from a slip and fall accident, bicycle crash, pedestrian collision, physical assault, or other incidents, vehicular accidents are one of the most common culprits. The CDC reports that about 190 people in the U.S. died…
Florida’s roads are notoriously busy during the holiday season, and that increases your chances of being hit by a commercial vehicle. While more people are out shopping, visiting family and friends, and attending holiday events, large trucks and commercial vehicles are rushing to keep up with seasonal demand. It’s crucial to know and understand which…
Each year, Brooks Law Group looks forward to giving back to our local Winter Haven community through our Turkey Giveaway. This annual event, now a collaboration of a long list of supporters, provides Thanksgiving meals for families in need throughout our area. Our 12th giveaway took place on Saturday, November 30th, 2024, and we’re thrilled…
Did you know that size and weight significantly affect commercial vehicle accident severity? Commercial vehicles play a critical role in our local economy throughout Tampa Bay. From transporting goods into (and out of) Florida to providing a wide variety of services, semi-trucks, work trucks, and delivery vans are commonplace on our roads. However, their size…
Do you wonder why commercial vehicle accidents seem to be more prevalent around this time of year? Well, the holidays are coming up fast, and commercial vehicles will be as common as holiday light displays in our local neighborhoods. Delivery trucks and vans will frequent residential streets as they drop off gifts, decor, goodies, and…
Commercial vehicle accident claims are complicated, long, and can end up being costly. Have you ever wondered if you could just “DIY” your case, instead of hiring a commercial vehicle accident lawyer, to save some cash? These accidents happen regularly around Tampa Bay. Some of the most common scenarios include: Being hit by a delivery…
Commercial truck accident claims are a hot topic in law, as insurance is a big part of a legal case after a crash. Knowing the similarities between a standard car accident claim and understanding the key differences between the kinds of claims is crucial for victims to understand. In a commercial vehicle crash, specifically those…
Commercial vehicle accident cases have a bad reputation, and for good reason. These collisions result in thousands of fatalities each year and even more injuries. What makes these accidents so dangerous, though, and how are they different than standard car accidents? Based on our years of experience of helping those injured by these commercial vehicle…
Did you know that the top 6 causes of commercial vehicle accidents are, in many cases, preventable? It’s sad, but true. If you spend time on Florida’s roads, you are familiar with the fear of driving around semi-trucks. Why are these trucks so scary, and what makes them, and their drivers, so dangerous? What are the…
Commercial vehicle accidents are all too common in Florida, but how many are due to fatigued truck drivers? Operating a commercial vehicle while drowsy can be deadly. Drivers need to be aware of the signs of fatigued truckers and how to prevent accidents on our local roads. Next week (the first week of November) marks…
We’ve discussed what you should do in the moments immediately following a commercial truck accident, but what should you do in the weeks and months following your crash? A truck accident case can last for months, or even years, and victims should understand what to expect. So, what should you do if you’ve been injured…
