Brooks Law Legal Blog
So, I am in Salt Lake City for a National legal conference of Personal Injury Attorneys. I am staying at the Grand American Hotel in downtown Salt Lake. (The Grand American Hotel was built to help attract the 2002 Winter Olympics to Salt Lake City.) The weather is beautiful (no humidity). The first morning I…
It is devastating that after all of the educational dialogue, media frenzy and overall attention that has been swirling around distracted driving due to cell phones that we are still seeing deaths occur. This past Friday a teenager was killed in a car accident in Tampa and Hillsborough Police has determined that texting on a…
1. My doctor told me I have to wait a year before I can apply for Social Security Disability. BUSTED: You can, and should apply for Social Security Disability as soon as you become sick or injured. In order to be eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits you must have a disability that is…
So, I googled leadership attributes and kept seeing recurring themes; integrity, honesty, optimistic, inspirational, supportive & communicative. Having interacted with our current city manager on many levels, I have had a chance to see him on the job, in the community and at his Church. It is a rare thing in life when you cross…
Beach A. Brooks III was born in Winter Haven, Florida. From a very young age Beach had a competitive spirit. He had to win at everything he did. As a child he played several sports but as he grew older his love for baseball outgrew the others. While attending Winter Haven High School Beach starred…
All personal injury accidents, such as; wrongful death, slip and fall, and other types of legal cases typically have their own Statute of Limitations. A Statute of Limitations is a specific period of time that you have to make a legal claim. Different potential claims have different Statute of Limitations timeframes. Knowing the one that…
In preparation for back to school week, we held our first Annual Bike Rodeo last Saturday in partnership with Safe Kids Suncoast. What a huge success! We gave away 92 bike helmets to the kids for a safer ride to school. The obstacle course taught kids bike safety and sharpened hand signals and bicycle control…
Philanthropy is a huge pillar of our foundation here at Brooks Law Group. We are proud to continuously post about events we sponsor and ministries we contribute to in hopes it will spread exposure of the vast amount of ways you can help our community and get others involved. Back to school is a busy…
In partnership with the Florida Suncoast chapter of Safe Kids, Brooks Law Group will be sponsoring a Bike Rodeo in Central Park, Winter Haven, Florida August 6th from 10AM-12PM. We will be giving away 140 free helmets to encourage kids to ride safely back to school. Representatives from Safe Kids Florida Suncoast will be on…
There are exciting things happening at Brooks Law Group! We are expanding our main campus and are thrilled for the opportunity to serve even more people in Florida. The firm has been an established Florida practice since 1992, focusing on all aspects of injury law. The Brooks Law Group’s new motto, “Whatever It Takes”, permeates…
At Brooks Law Group, we know the time following a car accident is stressful. We have compiled the top 5 questions we hear from our new clients and have the answers that will help you get though this uncertain time. We want to help. Q: If I don’t feel injured after my crash, do I…
At Brooks Law Group, we pride ourselves on being an active part of the Winter Haven community. We love participating in events that support local charities and service organizations. This past Sunday we were able to do just that. The Dewdney family hosted the first annual Summerfest at their First Street location of Louise’s Hershey…
A common question we hear from our clients is: ‘Why do I need a lawyer if I have insurance?’. We wanted to give some information to help you decide on how to proceed after a vehicle accident to obtain a settlement that you deserve. Navigating the insurance system involves understanding insurance laws and areas of…
I found an Attorney! What do I need for my 1st meeting? 5 Things to bring to your first meeting with your lawyer Whether you have been in a car accident or fallen at a store and suffered injuries you may be considering hiring an attorney. It is difficult to navigate the red tape of…
What is the legal obligation of a lawyer in handling settlement funds where there is a potential child support lien? As attorneys, our legal and ethical duty is first and foremost to our client. We are to be passionate in our representation, upholding client confidentiality while abiding by our client’s decisions. However, we’re also officers…
How does the safety comparison stack up? Do you know the most dangerous activity most human beings engage in everyday? No, it’s not skydiving or climbing Mt. Everest. It has been statistically proven that driving or riding in a motor vehicle of any kind is one of the most dangerous activities someone can do. In…
Although originally hailed as a Godsend for expectant mothers, the anti-nausea drug Zofran (routinely prescribed to pregnant women to combat debilitating nausea and vomiting) is now turning out to be more of a hazard than a relief. Reports of women who used the drug during pregnancy having babies with various birth defects, including clubbed feet,…
Unfortunately, almost everyone knows someone who has been affected by a drunk driver. While drunk driving accidents can affect almost anyone who drives or rides in a car, drunk driving accidents are predictably more common among young people. Indeed, according to MADD, 40% of all 10th graders drink alcohol. In fatal crashes in 2014, the…
Commercial truck accidents are not something we think about every day. Once you are involved in one; however, it can consume your every thought until your car is fixed and your injuries are healed. That could be months, years, and even longer depending on the severity of the crash. Let’s look at some statistics and…
When one hears the term Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), they often think of a sad affliction that solely affects soldiers returning from battle. Indeed, PTSD does afflict members of armed forces who have witnessed and experienced traumatic events at an alarming rate. However, PTSD also affects persons outside of the hellish confines of war:…
Accidents involving commercial trucks are among the most serious auto accidents on our highways. Being a victim of a truck crash can leave you particularly shaken. Whether it results in property damage, injuries or the worst scenario of losing a loved one; a truck accident is overwhelming. Figuring out what to do next is hard….
The decision to place a loved one in a nursing home is a serious one. When the time comes for an elderly family member or friend to be placed in the long term care; guilt, sadness and concern are all standard emotions. We want a place where they will be happy, find friends, be well…
Imagine a world with no laws. There would be absolute chaos and no organization to society. Whether we are fans of them or not, laws are in place to keep structure to our lives and keep each of us as safe as possible. We often times view laws as strict but there are actually some…
As Floridians, most of us are used to driving in the rain. After all, we have been doing it since we received our license. Most safety websites will tell you that it is not a good idea for you to drive in the rain. While this may be true, this is not a reality for…
One thing many of us are uncomfortable speaking up about is crime, especially when it involves our young people. We hear stories, like David Lee Windecher’s story, of gangs and drug wars. David Lee Windecher grew up in the streets of Miami. When he was only eleven years old he was arrested for the first…
