Year: 2019

This week, a Winter Haven man lost his life after being struck by two cars while trying to cross U.S. 17 on foot. Tragedies like this remind me of how dangerous being near motor vehicles can be for pedestrians and how important it is to always stay safe and alert. It’s no surprise that your…

Most of the car accidents in Florida have been caused by negligence or misconduct, which explains why one needs to seek immediate intervention from an accident attorney after experiencing a car or truck accident. There are worrying statistics in the country that indicate that most of the people, 35%, who experience auto accidents suffer from…

Sometimes it feels like for every step forward, we take two steps back. Tesla has been in the news again lately, but this time the focus is on the drivers, not the cars themselves. In the past year or two, multiple videos have popped up online showing Tesla drivers fast asleep at the wheel. These…

Out of the two million people that die each year in the United States, more than 32,000 people die due to an auto accident. Of those killed in auto accidents, nearly 5,000 were in an accident involving a semi-truck. Two million semis operate in the U.S. the can account for more than 200 billion miles per year…

The statistics are sobering. Three million people are injured in car accidents in the U.S. annually. You might have also seen headlines like: “One dead after semitrailer falls off of I-75, crushes vehicle below” and “Motorcycle versus small truck on Highway 120.” An auto accident or motorcycle injury attorney/lawyer is the way to go if…

Essay Question: Should semi and large trucks be required by law to have the latest in safety technology? Why do you think the trucking industry and the federal government have resisted attempts to require safety features on semi-trucks? Elizabeth and I were driving down Florida’s Turnpike on May 14th of last year. We were driving…

Click Here to Nominate Brooks Law Group As Your Best of Central Florida Law Firm! Nominate the Brooks Law Group as your Best of Central Florida Law Firm! It’s time for the 2019 “Best of Central Florida” nominations, hosted by The Ledger. Every year, The Ledger newspaper opens up nominations to the public to nominate their…

In the past few years, electric scooter rental companies have been making their way through metropolitan areas across the country. This weekend, the scooters arrived in Tampa. While easy access to scooters makes transportation a breeze, is it worth the potential risks? Today we’ll take a look at how these scooters work and examine the tradeoffs…

When you’re driving, it’s your responsibility to make sure you’re doing so safely and following all driving regulations. Unfortunately, even if you’re driving safely, accidents can still happen. In 2017 alone, 37,133 people died in motor vehicle accidents. And one of the most deadly types of accidents is trucking accidents. Whether it’s caused by overloaded…

As spring turns into summer, danger also lurks. Florida has frequently been recognized as the most dangerous state for motorcycle riders. The summer months bring more riders to the roads than any other time of year, and that also brings accidents. That’s why we have compiled a list of seven important tips for motorcycle safety….

Our firm has made a commitment this year to support the fight against human trafficking. We’ve written blog posts, highlighted local support centers, and held a benefit dinner this past weekend. It’s something that has become incredibly important to every member on our team. If you’re unfamiliar with the epidemic, human trafficking is modern day slavery….

Wrongful death lawsuits are the manner through which an estate of a deceased person files a lawsuit against the party responsible for the death. It is usually filed by an estate representative on behalf of the surviving family members or parties. In the United States, there are almost 264 million registered vehicles and 218 valid…