Author: Stephen K. Brooks

Most Dangerous Time & Day of the Week

Auto accidents occur all the time – every month, every week, every day. Have you ever thought about how many accidents occur daily? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car accidents killed 37, 461 people in 2016 5.6% higher than 2015. Which are the least and most dangerous days of the week…

Speed Kills

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve Brooks talks about “speed” and its deadly impact on the roadway. Welcome Good afternoon. Steve Brooks here, with Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks. Hope everybody’s doing great. I’m sitting here in the middle of Florida, and we were talking around the office today about car accidents. When they…

Are Proton Pump Inhibitors Causing Kidney Failure?

Have you ever experienced heartburn? Have you ever wondered what causes it? For some people, changing their diet is enough to control it, but what if it’s not? What causes heartburn? Stomach acid is a natural chemical needed in the digestion process. An excess of this acid or a misplacement of it (when it travels)…

2018 Spring Scholarship Second Place Winner – Richard Bergholtz

This year I had the privilege to read Mr. Richard Bergholtz’s work, get to know a little about his passion for music, and to award him Second Place in our Brooks Law Group Spring Scholarship Contest! Richard is about to make a big change in his life – he will be moving from Mount Dora…

Ron Miller – Field Representative

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve is joined by Ron Miller, our firm’s field representative, to explain the role of a field rep. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup Steve: Welcome to Inside Look by Brooks. This is Steve Brooks. I’m here today with my good friend and colleague, Ron Miller. Ron, say hello…

Construction in Tampa Causing Traffic Jams and Frustration

Driving into Tampa may take a long time – and frankly, depending on the traffic it can be frustrating. The view as you get closer can be breathtaking, it is just full of skyscrapers and buildings – something out of a movie. But, have you driven into Tampa “at rush hour” recently? Construction in Tampa…

Austin, Texas – PILMMA Conference

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve and Laura are in Austin, Texas for a PILMMA Conference. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup

Why Won’t My Attorney Return My Phone Calls?

You had an accident on I-4 near Tampa. You hired a personal injury attorney. Several days later you had a question and called your attorney with no success; now you’re frustrated because your attorney hasn’t returned your call from four days ago. Litigation attorneys are busy people. If you had the opportunity to shadow one,…

Street Racing Kills Mother and 21-month-old Child in Tampa

When I am planning on going on vacation to a new place I usually think about what clothes to take, where to visit, how to get around, and where I will eat. Something that usually never crosses my mind is how safely people drive in the area or how safe it is – because, let’s…

Phone Calls or Emails?

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve talks about the best method of communication with your case manager and attorney at Brooks Law Group. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup Welcome I have some laryngitis today. I just returned from a trip to Washington D.C., I had a good trip, but it’s good to be…

Washington D.C.

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve, Laura, and Randall are in Washington D.C. for a Leadership Conference Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup

Are you Unknowingly Breaking the Law During Rainy Season in Florida?

Aside from Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and the Fourth of July, these months bring two of the gloomy seasons to Florida: the rainy season and the hurricane season. I am quite positive that a lot of you have started to experience the heavy rains and thunderstorms the last few days on your way to and…

2018 Spring Scholarship First Place Winner – Jessica Den Haese

This year I had the privilege to not only get to know Ms. Jessica Den Haese’s work, but to award her First Place in our Brooks Law Group Spring Scholarship Contest. Jessica is such a bright young lady who has gone through some difficult times the last few months, however, she has persevered and done…

Fight Challenge

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve is joined with Laura, Brooks Law Group’s Firm Administrator, to talk about the Fight Challenge! Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup Steve: Good afternoon! Welcome to Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks. Joining me today is our Firm Administrator, Laura Johnson. I’m Steve Brooks. We’re here…

Teen + Cars = Death

Although a car accident can’t be classified as “simple”, there are accidents that unfortunately are worse than others. Accidents in which a life is lost are devastating not only to the family and friends of the person, but to the community. Death of 17-year old Pasco County girl, Lilia Grace Morris These accidents, unfortunately, happen…

Employment Opportunities at Brooks Law Group

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve Brooks talks about employment opportunities at Brooks Law Group. Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup Steve: Good afternoon, Steve Brooks here. Welcome to Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks. Today, we’re going to talk about Employment at Brooks Law Group. Currently, we have 30 staff members…

Killer Highway in the Heart of Central Florida

History of US 27 U.S. Route 27 encompasses many states in the Southern and Midwestern region including: Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana. U.S. Route 27 started as a stretch of highway with a purpose in the interest of tourism and held an economic responsibility to mainly, Florida. Not only was it a major…

Capturing Memories in May GoPro Give-A-Way

TERMS & CONDITIONS Dates of Contest: May 8th, 2018 – May 22nd, 2018 Restrictions: Must be 18 years old of age and a resident of the state of Florida to be eligible to win. Brooks Law Group employees and their family are not eligible to win. One does not have to be a client of…

What Do I Do If I was a Victim of a “Hit and Run”?

Being the victim of any “normal” car crash can be a traumatic experience, especially because you never see it coming. Being the victim of a hit and run can not only be traumatic but also stressful and leaving you with the question “what do I do if I was a victim of a hit and…

Brooks Law Group’s Busy Weekend

Two weeks ago friends and family of Brooks Law Group rallied to support two important events in our area. Saturday morning started early in the parking lot of LEGOLAND in Winter Haven for the Annual Brick Dash 5K presented by Publix to benefit Merlin’s Magic Wand, a global children’s charity. It was a beautiful day…

How Much Money Do I Get to Keep Out Of My Personal Injury Settlement?

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve Brooks talks about how much money you will get to keep out of your personal injury settlement. Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup Introduction Good afternoon. Steve Brooks here from Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks. Today’s topic is “How Much Money Do I Get to…

What Do You Do At The Scene of An Accident?

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve Brooks talks about what you should do at the scene of an accident. Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup Introduction Welcome to Inside Look by Brooks. My name is Steve Brooks. Today’s topic is “What do you do when you’re in an accident and you’re…

Xarelto: A Drug that can cause a Patient to Bleed Out

If you have AFIB or have had a hip or knee replacement you are probably familiar with Xarelto. What is Xarelto? Xarelto is a drug used to prevent blood clots from forming by blocking specific proteins in your body. The dosage taken is different for each specific case; therefore, always follow your doctor’s directions carefully…

Motorcycle Accidents

On today’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve Brooks talks about Motorcycle Accidents. Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BrooksLawGroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/_brookslawgroup Introduction Good afternoon! Steve Brooks here. Thank you for joining me today on Inside Look by Brooks. Today, we’re going to talk about motorcycle accidents. Now, motorcycle accidents are some of the worst accidents…

Impaired Driver Accidentally Strikes and Injures Florida Highway Patrol Trooper in Tampa

From a young age, whether it may be from a parent, a family member, a teacher, or a police officer, we always hear the phrase “don’t drink and drive”. I remember police officers going into my school and talking to us about the dangers of drinking and driving. The school system not only tries to…