Category: Law in Florida
Friday marked the advancement of HB 837 ( the “Tort Reform” bill) following six weeks of the House Civil Justice Subcommittee preparing for the annual legislative session, and attorneys across Florida are concerned with what could be coming in Florida law. The bill received bipartisan opposition, as well as public opposition, due to it being seen…
We are thrilled to announce a notable trial victory for our clients, thanks to the hard work and dedication of one of Brooks Law Group’s trial attorneys, Amy Smith! One of the issues in this trial involved the language barrier of a Spanish speaking client. Language barriers can cause emotions and truths to get lost…
Do you have a fear of accidents not because of the pain or damages, but because of the horror stories you’ve heard of attorney fees? We’re sure many of you envision dollar signs and debt when you think of taking a case to court following your accident, and we understand why. Our society has conditioned many…
In the last three years, delivery services have become the norm for households across America. From your favorite takeout restaurant to your toothpaste and groceries, you can have (almost) anything delivered right to your front door within a matter of hours. Because delivery services have grown astronomically though, the influx of new delivery drivers on…
Los servicios de viajes compartidos como Uber y Lyft han cambiado por completo la forma en que viaja la gente. Atrás quedaron los días en que los taxis solo estaban disponibles en las grandes ciudades o alrededor de los aeropuertos. Ahora, siempre puede obtener un viaje desde su propia casa, o su lugar local favorito…
“Burden of Proof” is one of the most important terms in the legal world that you will ever need to know. Simply put, the Burden of Proof determines which party must prove that something happened in order to win the case. In a civil case, that responsibility falls on the person bringing the lawsuit –…
Here is our long-awaited benefits guide for Florida’s Camp Lejeune water contamination victims. Camp Lejeune, NC has been highlighted a lot in the last year, and it has all been because of the ongoing lawsuit against them regarding past water contamination, and hundreds (maybe thousands?) of individuals and families impacted by it. The lawsuit was launched…
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have completely changed how people travel. Gone are the days where taxis were only available in big cities or around airports. Now, you can always get a ride from your own home, or your favorite local spot in Tampa, to anywhere else in the area. This convenience, while great for…
¡Los accidentes con semirremolques son peligrosos y el equipo de Brooks Law Group está comprometido a proteger a los conductores de Tampa de este riesgo! Los semirremolques son una gran parte del tráfico de Florida, ya que dependemos de ellos para transportar mercancías dentro y fuera del estado. La I-4, la Autopista 75 y la…
For young professionals in Winter Haven, saving money should be a priority as it provides a buffer for unexpected circumstances. When you think about saving for retirement, investing for the future, or managing a financial portfolio, do you automatically equate that with an older generation? As a college student or young professional, you likely feel…
Do you ever receive your pay stub at work and think something just doesn’t add up? Before you write it off as being paranoid, it might be worth taking a second look. Unfortunately, whether by accident or with malicious intent, thousands of employers underpay their employees nationwide, and it’s a trend that affects people at…
Being involved in a car accident is scary, no matter how minor. Injuries, damages, and even deaths are all potential effects of vehicle collisions. They can traumatize both drivers and passengers, even if they did not sustain any physical injury. Hundreds of accidents occur each week in Tampa. In each one, drivers face the same…
Were you stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between 1953 – 1987? Did you or a family member live on base or work an on-site contracted position during that time period? The recently passed PACT Act could apply to you. Over the years since 1987, the truth about the water at Camp Lejeune has come out, and many veterans,…
Florida central es una meca para las personas que desean alejarse del clima invernal, y podemos entender por qué Winter Haven es un punto caliente (literalmente) para los turistas. Durante la temporada navideña, es común que las carreteras en el condado de Polk y sus alrededores estén muy ocupadas con personas de fuera del estado…
Central Florida is a mecca for people wanting to get away from winter weather, and we can understand why Winter Haven is a hot spot (literally) for tourists. During the holiday season, it’s common for the roads in and around Polk County to become very busy with people from out of state who have come to soak up…
