What You Should Know About Whiplash: Important Information for Tampa Accident Victims

If emergency services respond to an accident here in Tampa, they assess victims for immediately evident injuries like fractures, head trauma, serious abrasions, or burns, and then determine if further medical treatment is necessary. In some cases, EMTs send victims to nearby Tampa General Hospital if they suspect internal injuries or if the victim had even…

National Walking Day: Tips From the Brooks Law Group

April 6th marked National Walking Day, but making regular walks part of your health and wellness routine should be something you focus on all year long! Walking has long been heralded for its many health benefits, and Tampa is one of the best places to live if you want to enjoy daily walks. The plentiful…

How Do I Find Respite Care for A Loved One While I’m on Vacation?

If you are the sole caregiver of an aging parent or medically fragile loved one, summer vacation is often stressful. We’re reaching the finish line and heading into summer here in Central Florida, and many local kids finish school this week. They’ll be ready to jump into vacation mode, but as a parent and as a…

Where Does Your Tampa Personal Injury Case Begin?

You’ve been injured in a car accident? Did your Uber from Tampa International Airport (TIA) fail to stop at a stop sign? Were you hit by someone speeding through downtown? No matter the circumstances, you’ve been left with the injuries and the totaled car, and now you’re wondering what to do. We are here to walk you through the different…

Top 5 Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Tampa Bay

Motorcycles are a way of life in Central Florida. In Tampa, bikers enjoy the sunshine and open skies while breezing down beachfront roads or commuting on one of multiple major highways. While Florida’s weather is friendly to bikers, our roads aren’t always as nice. More specifically, other drivers aren’t always friendly toward motorcyclists, and their negligence leads…

What Should I Do If The Insurance Adjuster Calls Me? Tips for Tampa Accident Victims

Following an accident, insurance companies get involved almost immediately. Vehicle accidents, pedestrian collisions, injuries on the job…all of these scenarios trigger calls to insurance companies, and that means insurance adjusters will be vying to talk to you. You are already recovering from injuries, dealing with trauma, and figuring out how to manage life as you heal. So,…

Wrongful Death Q&A : What Families Want to Know

Losing a loved one is always a difficult experience, but when it happens because of another’s negligent or reckless behavior, the grief can be magnified. Families who have lost someone due to a preventable accident are often left with many questions and emotions. In this blog post, one of our lawyers will answer some common…

Do I Have to File A Lawsuit To Get A Personal Injury Claim?

Were you injured in a car accident, at work, or because of someone else’s negligence? No matter what caused your personal injury, you deserve justice. People commonly assume (mistakenly) that  getting help after an accident or injury requires a lawsuit. This deters many victims from pursuing the compensation they need. So, is it actually necessary to…

What Should I Do If I’m in A Boating Accident? Be Prepared When You Hit The Water This Summer

The weather is beautiful, summer is almost here, and it’s boating season in Florida! Because people travel by water as much as they travel on our local highways in Tampa Bay, boating accidents happen often in our area and Hillsborough County sees a high number of injuries from these accidents each year. Do you know…

National ASL Day: Why a Second Language like ASL is so Relevant

We at Brooks Law Group believe: Every individual deserves the opportunity to be seen, heard, understood, and respected. Needless to say: That includes people with severe hearing loss or without the ability to hear and/or speak! April 15 is the National ASL Day that celebrates American Sign Language (ASL). This is the language used by…

How Long Can I File a Claim After My Car Accident?

A car accident leaves drivers and passengers traumatized, especially if the accident caused injuries or fatalities. Because of the subsequent shock, many victims delay filing a claim for their damages and injuries because they are coping with recovery. Unfortunately, the moment your accident occurs it begins the countdown on the statute of limitations of your…

Brooks Law Group is A People-First Practice

Brooks Law Group advocates for building people-first cultures in our local businesses and communities. Our passion for people drives our Annual Turkey Giveaway. More recently, it sparked our hosting a free ASL class in our Winter Haven office. We believe EVERY voice, every person, matters, and we carry that belief into the very core of how…

Pursuing Justice While Navigating Bias in the Courtroom

All people deserve justice and deserve to be seen for their humanity. There are many obstacles that can stand in the way of justice.  In this article, we want to focus on one particular challenge: implicit bias in the courtroom. Perception.org describes Implicit bias  as “when we have attitudes towards people or associate stereotypes with…

Protecting Your Loved One from Nursing Home Abuse

More and more families are choosing assisted living homes or nursing homes for their parents or grandparents. These facilities can be a wonderful way to have your loved one close by while making sure they receive the specialty care they need. However, you might have also heard about cases of nursing home abuse and residents…

Wrongful Death Case in Winter Haven? We Are Here for You!

As Winter Haven attorneys, we’re known for representing victims who have sustained injuries or damages in a variety of ways, from car or motorcycle accidents to slipping and falling in a grocery store. However, a side of our business not discussed as often is that of representing the families of victims in cases of wrongful death. What is…

Do you Pay Taxes on Legal Settlements? What You Need to Know

“Do I have to pay taxes on legal settlements?” “Will my legal settlement affect my tax return?” “Is a legal settlement tax exempt or tax deductible?” At Brooks Law Group, we hear the same questions repeatedly from clients who have won their cases. We know these are important questions, and they are especially pertinent at…

Month of the Military Child – Recognizing Florida’s Military Children

Florida is home to thousands of veterans, and we are passionate about paying them well-earned respect. However, did you know the month of April has been set aside to recognize and remember their children? April is the Month of the Military Child. The weeks ahead have been designated to honor the sacrifices made by the…

Stress Awareness Month: Tips for Tampa Commuters

April has arrived, and because it’s designated as Stress Awareness Month, the team at Brooks Law Group feels this is a great time to give a shout-out to our local Tampa commuters. Driving on I-75 or I-4, navigating “Malfunction Junction,” and making your way through the side roads to get to the office on time…

March Is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month

March is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month, and Brooks Law Group is here to take part. As leading TBI attorneys in the Winter Haven area, awareness of this issue is near to our hearts, and we believe strongly in the importance of making sure others understand TBIs and how they impact individuals and families. What…

You’ve Been in a Motorcycle Accident: Now What?

Springtime in Winter Haven means sunshine, longer daylight hours, and plenty of beautiful weather to enjoy the outdoors. Few people know this better than motorcycle owners. If you enjoy traveling by bike, you understand the delight of feeling the wind and sunshine firsthand as you hit the highway. Unfortunately, there are many risks that come…

More Trucks, More Accidents

Florida’s highways aren’t exactly known for being the safest roads in the United States. However, lately, there has been a significant uptick in accidents involving commercial vehicles. Specifically, we’re talking about semi-trucks. Many motorists fear them and associate them with catastrophic accidents. While there is no single reason for this increase in truck-involved accidents on…

¡Notable victoria en juicio para un cliente de habla hispana con Brooks Law Group!

¡Estamos encantados de anunciar una notable victoria en el juicio de nuestros clientes, gracias al arduo trabajo y la dedicación de una de las abogadas litigantes de Brooks Law Group, Amy Smith! Uno de los problemas en este juicio involucró la barrera del idioma de un cliente de habla hispana. Las barreras del idioma pueden…

Empowered: Celebrating International Women’s Day Every Day

March 8th marked International Women’s Day, but at Brooks Law Group, we believe women should be celebrated every day. We are proud supporters of equality for all citizens, regardless of gender, race, or identity, and strive to make sure each victim who comes to us for help feels confident that we will keep their best interest as our…

Everyone Deserves to Be Heard

Did you know there are over 800,000 individuals who are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing (HOH) in the United States? Those are a lot of voices to be heard, but many of us have no experience communicating with someone who communicates via ASL (American Sign Language) or lip reading. Imagine going into your local coffee shop, the…

Change Isn’t Always Positive: The Advancement of HB 837

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…