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Have you ever been driving down a highway or interstate and happen to see a car swerving from side to side while barely staying in their lane? I have seen my fair share of those types of cars – for the most part my mind automatically thinks “well, are they drunk? What are they doing?!” Normally…
Have you ever wondered if the size of your car or others around you could affect the outcome in a car crash? As an adult I’ve had some close calls on the interstate, most of them can be blown off after a few minutes – but there are two cases that have stuck with me….
Steve Brooks talks about the cause and symptoms of mesothelioma. Good afternoon, welcome to Inside Look by Brooks. Steve Brooks here for our weekly Friday 3 o’clock Facebook Live and today’s topic is what is mesothelioma? Now, if you’re like me and you watch TV occasionally I’m sure you’ve seen commercial after commercial about mesothelioma….
Have you ever heard of the medical term mesothelioma? If you have, you might have figured out that mesothelioma is a rare term and diagnosis to come across; however, it has changed the lives of thousands of people. In the United States, there are about 3,000 cases diagnosed a year. The problem with mesothelioma is…
Today on Inside Look by Brooks, Stephen Brooks will be speaking with the Florida Tropics SC with assistant coach and team captain, Freddy Moojen, and broadcast reporter, Lindsay Nobles. Hi everyone, my name is Lindsay Nobles and I’m here on Inside Look by Brooks. How are you doing today? Good, how are you Lindsay? I’m…
One of the best ways to stay safe while driving is to be aware of your surroundings. That’s why we have a full interactive crash map where you can see the most deadly roads in Florida. But have you ever wondered if you live in the most dangerous county in Florida? According to the Tampa…
Steve Brooks talks about the history of Gasparilla and tips to stay safe. Good afternoon, Steve Brooks here with Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks. Welcome everybody. So I’m running a little late today, I’m now at the end of my second week of having the flu. I’m eating a cough drop so excuse me, but…
As a practicing personal injury attorney I have seen my fair share of bike accidents, many ties resulting in terrible injuries. Usually a bike versus a car is not good news for the biker, however, I was stunned to read a recent article in the Tampa Bay Times that the Tampa metro area is one…
In this Friday’s Inside Look By Brooks, Attorney Steve Brooks tells you about the top 7 most dangerous cities to be a cyclist or pedestrian in.. and you’ll be amazed at where they are!
Do you know someone that has been injured because of a distracted driver? Odds are the answer is yes and the problem is not going away. In the State of Florida, texting and driving is a secondary offense. This means a Tampa police officer can witness you texting and driving and do nothing about it…
Steve Brooks talks about our all-staff meeting and briefly introduces the employees.
Steve Brooks talks about changes that may be made to Florida law regarding texting and driving.
Steve Brooks talks about the eight Core Values at Brooks Law Group.
The Florida legislature is currently considering a bill that provides meaningful protections for Florida drivers. The bill would provide for $25,000 in mandatory Bodily Injury coverage. Florida is one of the few states in the country that currently don’t require drivers to carry Bodily Injury coverage (BI). Bodily Injury Insurance covers the insured driver if…
Premises liability refers to injuries suffered by persons on another person’s property. It is the legal duty of property owners to maintain their property in a safe condition. This includes homeowners and owners of retail businesses, grocery stores, gyms, golf courses, bar and restaurant owners. This duty to protect visitors or others lawfully on their…
Earlier in the year, Brooks Law Group as a team adopted a Meals on Wheels route. This has consisted of our staff and attorneys each week volunteering their time to deliver meals to people in need. Last night, we were invited to the Meals on Wheels Volunteer Appreciation dinner where our attorney, Beach Brooks III,…
Have you ever been injured in a car accident where the other party claimed you were at least partially at fault? Not all car accidents or other accidents are entirely the fault of one person. For example, if you were speeding and another driver switched lanes at the same time as you causing an accident,…
On the spookiest night of the year, Brooks Law Group wants to be sure that you and your family are safe. Did You Know? The Chances Of Being Hit By A Car Double On Halloween? In an effort to keep you and your family safe, we have compiled some steps to ensure a safe and…
Last Thursday, our team hosted Chamber members and our honored clients for a night of food and costumed fun. Our guests enjoyed catering by Winter Haven Chick-fil-A and the name droppers prize sponsored by Belk and won by James Faubert with Edward Jones. The mystery hand-shaker was Ed Handley with CMIT Solutions of Winter Haven and the winner was Sarah Massey…
Recently, we covered the most dangerous highway in the nation: Interstate 4. Since then, another highway in our backyard has been named the third most dangerous highway in America: US 27. Based on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration statistics, a company named Geotab recently published a study showing that there have been 529 fatal…
During our first Facebook Live session last Friday, Steve Brooks reached out our Facebook community to help us name our live sessions. We would like to thank our Facebook friend, J Davyd Hall, for recommending “Friday’s Inside Look from Brooks!” Every Friday we will host “Friday’s Inside Look from Brooks” sessions that will give our…
Have you been a passenger in an Uber vehicle? Uber and its closest competitor, Lyft, are in nearly every American city and many towns including Tampa, Lakeland, Winter Haven and the surrounding areas. To be an Uber driver, you only need to be 21 years of age, have a 4-door vehicle that is no more…
Dogs really are a man/woman’s best friend! To show our appreciation for our “fur-babies,” we are giving away a gift basket full of goodies! Gift Basket Includes: Leash Collar Gourmet Treats Blanket Toys & a sturdy basket to keep everything organized Comment and like our page for a chance to win! Rules: Like our page…
Several years ago while visiting Barcelona Spain our taxi passed a huge stadium that resembled Raymond James Stadium. Huge crowds of people flocked near a bus obviously transporting players. But…wait, Spain doesn’t have college or pro football. So, what sport was this. Actually, it was a soccer field more commonly known in European circles as…
After a car accident, slip and fall, dog bite, or another accident, you likely have a personal injury claim. These claims are generally handled and defended by the responsible party’s insurance company. Their lawyers will investigate your personal injury claim by various means, including your use of social media. Do you use any kind of…
