Category: Car Accidents
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…
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…
Do you know and understand the legal consequences of distracted driving? Distracted driving claims thousands of lives each year, yet many drivers continue to focus on everything but driving when they get behind the wheel. In 2023 alone, the State of Florida investigated over 54,000 distracted driving accidents. According to Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Migdalisis…
The 4th of July is this week, and we’re all ready to enjoy the holiday with our favorite festivities. While freedom is something to be celebrated, it doesn’t mean you’re free from all rules and precautions. Unfortunately, 4th of July accidents are common. What’s more, they’re preventable. What are the most common accidents on the 4th of…
Two weeks ago, on May 20, another accident made the news on the Courtney Campbell Causeway. A sedan, pickup truck, and motorcycle were all involved in the 3-vehicle crash, leaving four people hospitalized. Unfortunately, accidents like this occur in and around Tampa Bay every day. In multi-vehicle crashes like this one though, the case for…
Few types of accidents cause the devastating effects that pedestrian collisions do. Sadly, Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reports 10,291 pedestrian accidents in Florida in the last year (2023) alone. Our state is currently the second most dangerous for pedestrians in the nation. That is an alarming number of victims, and it’s frustrating to…
Memorial Day weekend was fun for many Florida residents. Cookouts with family and friends, traveling to the beach, or heading out on the lake are just a few ways people spend the holiday. However, when you end up injured on Memorial Day in Tampa Bay, things can go from fun to fearful. There are a…
How can you avoid distracted driving? Not texting is a start, but there’s more to safe driving. Driving distractions cause thousands of accidents every year, many of them fatal. That’s why we want to take a look at what you can do to avoid certain distractions when you’re driving. Distracted Driving and Statistics Lakeland Collegiate…
Summer always increases interest in rideshare services in Tampa Bay. Vacationers will be busy scheduling rides for trips to and from the TIA, Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, and other local attractions. For some people though, using a rideshare service is a new concept. Are you a first-timer heading to Florida this summer? That’s ok!…
Whiplash is a common injury after a car accident, but can it really affect children? Yes. Hospitals treat whiplash injuries in children across The United States each year. Some of these injuries are due to falls, sports, or other harsh contact, but many of them are caused by vehicle collisions. What is whiplash? In its…
Tampa’s population continues to grow, leading to an influx of commercial vehicles on the road. That also means an influx of victims impacted after experiencing an accident with a commercial vehicle. In fact, in 2022 alone, 3,193 injuries occurred on Florida’s roadways due to truck accidents. This startling number only continues to rise, with more…
This week on the Brooks blog, it’s time to answer an important question we’re hearing a lot lately: “Are dashboard cameras legal in Florida?” In a world where media seems to be a constant flow, video has become part of our everyday lives. From taking clips of our kids at a soccer game, to recording…
Everyone in Tampa Bay dreads the traffic that comes along with the Interstate 275 interchanges. If you’ve been anywhere near 4th Street in St. Petersburg, you know construction has been ongoing for the last two years and car accidents are a frequent occurrence. We’re excited to announce, the 4th Street Bridge is FINALLY open. Starting…
According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, car accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries in the United States, challenged only by poisoning and falls. That means all of us have likely been impacted, either directly or indirectly, by a vehicle collision at some point in our lives. Being prepared and knowing what to do immediately following an…
If you knew something was taking the lives of young people, you would do something to stop it. No one wants to see our children or teens taken from their families and friends. Yet, this is happening on our local roads on an almost monthly basis. The Tampa Bay area has been rife with traffic-related…
