One thing we’ve learned at Brooks Law Group is the importance of giving back. One of the best ways to build our community is through education. That’s why we’re proud to offer the Brooks Law Group Scholarship each spring and fall. Our spring scholarship deadline is just around the corner, so we want to give…

Living in the Sunshine State sure has its perks. One is having so many ways to enjoy a day on the water. Maybe you love fishing in your favorite spot on Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes or hanging out at one of the beaches near Tampa Bay. Live here long enough and you’re sure to…

Car accidents are more likely for adults who experience ADHD symptoms beyond childhood, according to a new study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). ADHD, or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, affects more than 6.1 million children in America. Characterized by trouble focusing, sitting still,…

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…

Many people are spending more time at home as the COVID-19 pandemic surges on. In Florida, that means chances are high that families are making good use of the backyard pool. More use means that the pool filter will need more frequent cleaning and maintenance — but be careful if you’re planning to do it…

If you’ve been feeling more stressed lately, you’re not alone. Anxiety levels are rising across the country, and this is only made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic. Our staff from our offices in Tampa, Winter Haven, and Auburndale have been learning different stress relief tactics. We figured it was time we share a little of…

It’s pretty unlikely that you haven’t heard of the dangers of distracted driving. Our state has recently started to take the problem more seriously. It’s been just over a year since Florida’s texting and driving law went into effect. Though we don’t have updated statistics just yet, hopefully this law has kept us off our…

It’s hard to believe that another school year is already starting in Hillsborough and Polk County. Many of us have been enjoying emptier roads on our commute as traffic dropped during lockdowns. But as school opens again, more families will be on the road to and from school. It’s very important that all of us…

Here on our Brooks Law Group blog, we’ve been trying to keep our readers up to date on local COVID-19 news. Most of our posts on education have been about local elementary, middle, and high schools’ reopening plans. But what about our local colleges and universities? We’ve compiled this list of information on local college…

Tragedy struck last night when a young motorcyclist was killed on the interstate in Tampa. The man, only 18 years old, was on a ramp to I-4, one of Florida’s deadliest highways, from I-275. Florida Highway Patrol believe he hit his brakes, but he skidded into the guardrails on the ramp. Riding a motorcycle on…

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…

Obtaining compensation after a car accident depends upon providing an accurate explanation of how the crash occurred. Witness statements are important pieces of evidence that can support your argument for who should be held liable for the crash. It’s a good idea to learn how to identify witnesses and what information you need in the…

As if driving in Florida couldn’t get any harder, hurricane season is now upon us. Thankfully Polk and Hillsborough counties only got some heavy rain from Hurricane Isaias, which was downgraded to a tropical storm. But with the 2020 hurricane season expected to be more active than usual, Isaias still served as a reminder that…

Our clients deserve a law firm that is constantly working to improve and grow. That’s why here at Brooks Law Group, we are always looking for opportunities to better ourselves. One way we do that is by holding a firm-wide meeting to talk over what’s happened in the first half of the year and what…

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…

Since the stay-at-home orders and business restrictions of the coronavirus pandemic have been in effect, many Americans have been stocking up on food and other household goods. As a result, retailers are experiencing product shortages and people cannot get the supplies they need. In order to make product delivery happen more quickly, the U.S. Department…

Meet Tow Truck! Tow Truck is a tan and black male Black Mouth Cur mix. He is approximately 2 years old and has been neutered. He is a sweet but hyper dog that loves attention. Tow truck also loves getting treats and being pet. He was recently hit by a car and had to have…

Florida is slowly beginning to loosen restrictions related to the coronavirus, but social distancing is still emphasized as an important way to fight the spread of the disease. As such, people are relying on delivery services for essential items such as groceries and meals more than ever before. Individuals that want to earn some extra…

Our team wanted to give a big thank you to the men and women at the Winter Haven Police Department, Winter Haven Hospital ER Department, Winter Haven Fire Department, and the Tampa Fire Rescue at Station #4 for being our community heroes so we decided to provide lunch for everyone working today! We know we…

Women are significantly more likely than men to suffer serious injuries and fatalities in frontal car crashes, according to a recent study by the University of Virginia (UVA) Center for Applied Biomechanics. Although newer cars generally fare better in all safety tests, UVA’s study showed that vehicles that were built ten or more years ago…

Thank you all for your support for the giveaway event we held a couple of weeks ago! We loved seeing those of you who braved the weather to come get a mask. Based on the support and participation we received last week, we decided that it was time for another giveaway this morning at our…

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…

You’ve probably noticed how hard it is lately to try and find any of the supplies you need, especially when it comes to gloves or masks! That’s why we’ll be handing out supplies to make your own improvised face coverings based on CDC guidelines! Our offices stocked up on bandanas to give away several months…

If you have been injured in a car accident in Florida, one of your most immediate concerns will likely be how you’re going to pay for medical treatment. Not everyone is prepared for the expenses they’ll incur after a crash, especially if there are serious or catastrophic injuries. When an accident sends you to the…

Using Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services has become a popular way to get around Florida. Fortunately, most of these rides and interactions with drivers are perfectly safe. However, there have been instances of people posing as Uber drivers nationwide. In order to stay safe, avoid a scam, and protect yourself, the Tampa rideshare lawyers…