Every year, families and friends gather together on the 4th of July to celebrate Independence Day. People all across the country fire up their grills and prepare to celebrate the day with a bang. Sadly, it’s not always fun and games for those involved. You probably won’t be surprised to find out that emergency rooms prepare…

If you are a driver in the U.S. over the age of 16, you spent an average of 50.6 minutes a day driving in 2016. Anything could happen on those roads, from serious motorcycle accidents to a one car crash. One thing you definitely see during those 50.6 minutes every day? Trucks. Truck accidents happen…

There are car accidents every day on today’s roads. But perhaps some of the most deadly accidents are those involving semi trucks. In 2016 alone, there were around 475,000 police-reported accidents involving large trucks — 22% of which resulted in injuries. With the severity of truck accidents, it’s always important to hire a reputable attorney…

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….