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It’s one of our firm’s favorite times of year. And no, that’s not just because we have next Thursday and Friday off! Our whole team looks forward to our annual Turkey Giveaway where we give out 350 turkeys to local families in need. Winter Haven’s 7th Annual Turkey Giveaway and a New FB Live Time!…
At the Brooks Law Group, we can’t get enough of student scholarships. That’s why we host two separate scholarship programs per year. For the past few years, we’ve given out two scholarships per semester to deserving students in the state of Florida. There’s nothing like making a positive impact in the lives of future Florida…
Steve Brooks joins us this week from the southernmost point of the US in the Florida Keys. It’s finally time to reveal our two talented winners in this Fall’s student scholarship program. Announcing the Fall 2019 Scholarship Winners! We asked students across the state of Florida to write on the topic of texting while driving…
There sure seems to be! On this Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve discusses the frightening link between the use of talc powder and increased rates of ovarian cancer in women. Studies have shown a 30% increase in the risk of ovarian cancer for women who have used talc powder for extended periods of time….
It’s almost time for our 7th Annual Turkey Giveaway! There are only a few weeks left before our staff will be giving out free turkeys to families in need in our community, and for the first time ever, we’ll be doing it twice! The Upcoming 2019 Turkey Giveaway at Brooks Law Group! On this Friday’s…
Every year, our team gets the opportunity to partner with the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce to host the October Networking Event. An event that we’ve dubbed, the “Halloween Bash!” It’s one of the events we look forward to all year. We love reconnecting with local community members, past clients, family, and friends every…
Keeping a few key items in your glove compartment can make a chaotic car accident scene more manageable. Easy access to basic information can help you keep a clear head and protect yourself — both legally and personally — after a crash. At Brooks Law Group, our dedicated Florida auto accident attorneys believe that anticipating…
If you’ve followed our blog at all throughout our 2019 postings, you’ll be very familiar with human and sex trafficking. We’ve gone into great detail about what a massive problem it is in our country and our state. If you think it’s not going on in your own community, chances are that you’re wrong. Florida…
Human Trafficking Indicators and How Florida is Fighting Back On this Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve Brooks will be discussing the increasing problem of human/sex trafficking in our country, indicators you should be on the lookout for, and how our home state is hoping to address the problem. As always, you can join us…
Halloween Bash 2019! Can you believe that it has been a year since the last Halloween Bash already? I know that I can’t! As Halloween approaches, so does our annual Halloween Bash event in partnership with the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce. Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be filling your newsfeeds and…
Every auto accident is a potential tragedy. However, not all crashes are created equal. Auto accidents can range from a simple fender bender all the way to life-threatening high-speed collisions. The potential for damage and injury can, and does, vary based on the type of accident you’ve been involved with. While hiring a car crash…
There’s no question that rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have transformed transportation throughout Florida. Rideshares give consumers a convenient alternative to get around town or to earn extra cash. But if an accident happens and someone is injured in a rideshare crash, the insurance rules for compensation can be confusing for everyone involved. In…
When something goes wrong and our health declines, we turn to medical professionals. Men and women who have spent countless years of their lives pursuing the knowledge to treat what ails us. We trust our lives, and the lives of our loved ones, in their care when things get tough. That makes the topic of…
Who doesn’t love a good walk? With our Florida weather, we can go outside to enjoy the warm weather for most of the year. Outside of our unpredictable rain, we live in a perfect place for walking in our communities. Or so it seems. A recent study calls into question that belief when it comes…
A couple of weeks ago, I looked at the shocking new study that had come out from the AAA Foundation that discussed the record high in deaths caused by running red lights. We’re back with a bit of a follow-up on that original blog article. Taking the information from the study and looking at Tampa…
Being involved in a car, motorcycle or truck accident is difficult and overwhelming enough. When one party chooses to flee the scene, it makes it far worse for everyone involved. I hope you’ve never been unfortunate enough to find yourself in that situation, but sadly it’s all too common. Instead of facing the consequences from…
It’s early in the morning and you’re hurrying your children through the pre-school routine. Teeth brushed, clothes on, lunch packed and they’re ready to head out the door and to the bus stop. Millions of American families start their day in the same way every weekday. As soon as they’re safely on the bus, you…
Of all of the foolish mistakes people make, driving under the influence has to be near the top. After decades of statistics and public service announcements, we all know the danger of driving while intoxicated. We know that thousands of people die every single year because of it. We have taxis, public transportation and even…
Well, Floridians, we narrowly escaped the potential destruction of Hurricane Dorian. The pictures and videos showing the devastation it caused in the Bahamas are terrifying to say the least. While we missed this storm, we are still securely in hurricane season for the Atlantic. If you’ve been following the news lately, you’re probably aware that…
If there is one thing that we’ve continued to preach throughout our blogs, it’s that nothing is more important than arriving alive. I know how tempting it can be to press the gas a little bit harder or to drive a bit more recklessly when you’re running late. In our line of work, we see…
Sometimes it feels like people will never be safe, respectful drivers. You can create 100 PSAs and spend millions educating people and yet you’ll never fix everyone. We’ve spent years highlighting the importance of defensive driving for our communities in Tampa and Winter Haven as personal injury attorneys. Every day we come face to face…
When we hop onto our motorcycle or take a trip in the car, we’re very aware of the potential for danger. While we don’t often worry about it, we know that an accident could happen in an instant. Hopefully that affects how we conduct ourselves. The same is true for being a pedestrian or even…
Getting into an accident can be overwhelming for anyone. You’re shaken up, your adrenaline may be pumping and you have to remember what to do next. There is identification and insurance info to be collected, police to be called and damages to figure out. It’s no surprise that it throws people for a loop. What’s…
On this Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve is back to cover a few interesting developments in the recent Roundup cancer lawsuits that have been piling up against Monsanto. Former NFL Player Sues Monsanto Over Roundup Weedkiller! Recently, former NFL player and ESPN analyst Merril Hoge also filed a lawsuit against Monsanto for its herbicide…
It’s no secret that the weather in Florida makes for great conditions for riding a motorcycle. Without the harsh changing of seasons, bikers are free to hit the streets nearly year-round. As your local motorcycle accident attorneys, we’re here to share some facts about motorcycle safety in an attempt to make us all safer out…
