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Standard car insurance (yours or that of the at-fault party) doesn’t consider the amount you owe (the loan) on the car. You can purchase GAP insurance to cover this difference. If there is a lien on your car, the holder of the lien will also have to sign any checks.

If you’re at fault. No. If the other party is at fault. You can get a judgment in the amount of the deductible. Collecting the judgment may be difficult because the other side may not have any assets.

For decades, Brooks Law Group has remained dedicated to advocating for the rights of car accident victims. As we celebrate thirty years of operational excellence, we reflect on the lasting impact we’ve had on generations to come.

At the heart of Brooks Law Group lies a cohesive team driven by a deep philanthropic spirit, with a particular focus on empowering young adults. This commitment to advancing the next generation is ingrained in our values and actions.

Founded in Winter Haven, FL, and educated in St. Pete, FL, Steve and Beach Brooks, the pillars of Brooks Law Group, have strategically positioned our offices in key locations including Tampa, Lakeland, and Winter Haven, Florida. This network reflects our dedication to serving a wide community throughout Florida.

The Brooks family’s lineage is rich with a history of service, with a tradition of both medical practitioners and legal professionals. This legacy underscores our enduring commitment to making a difference, whether in the realm of medicine or law.

Central to our family’s heritage, spanning multiple generations, is the value of education. This foundation has driven us to serve our communities and fuels our desire to create a prosperous future through education.

Understanding the pivotal role education plays, our team is deeply committed to nurturing the potential of future generations of students, not only within Florida but across the entire United States.

As a testament to our unwavering dedication to our local community, state, and nation, we take great pride in introducing the inaugural Brooks Law Group Car Accident Scholarship. This scholarship marks our continued commitment to fostering well-being and providing opportunities for deserving students.

In most cases you do need an attorney. The insurance companies are billion dollar businesses staffed with attorneys and adjusters who do this everyday. In order to level the playing field you need an attorney. Often the insurance company for the person who caused the injury will try to settle with you before you have…

No. The initial consultation is free. Furthermore, we work on a contingency fee basis – we only get paid if we help you collect money.

Throughout your case, a lawyer, a legal assistant and a paralegal will be assigned to you for the handling of your claim.

In the event your injury prevents you from traveling to our office, we will meet with you at your house, the hospital, or any meeting place you designate.

We suggest you contact us before giving any statements. The opposing insurance company has no legal basis to require you to give a recorded statement. Anytime you give a recorded statement you should be thoroughly prepared by a trained attorney because a recorded statement can later be used against you.

Yes. Our law firm is staffed in such a way that our employee can be reached 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. We are ready, willing, and able to discuss a claim with you 24/7.

We are a results oriented law firm. On a personal injury case, we work on a contingency fee basis. We only get paid if we help you collect money. If we are successful in obtaining a recovery for you, a percentage of the recovery will be paid to us as a fee.

A medical authorization gives the insurance company the right to contact your doctor. Sometimes this can result in the insurance company harassing your doctor. Don’t sign a medical authorization until you contact an attorney.

No. If the insurance company for the person who caused the injury is willing to volunteer a fair settlement, you do not have to bring a lawsuit in order to obtain a recovery. We are skilled at negotiating settlements without filing a lawsuit. In the event the insurance company is not willing to negotiate fairly,…

If you are a competent adult, over the age of 18, and are injured, you must bring the lawsuit in your own name. If you are a minor, under the age of 18, or an incompetent adult, then suit must be brought by either your parents or a court-appointed guardian.

You must file your case within the Statute of Limitations, a fixed period of time dictated by the law. In many injury cases, you are required to bring your case within two or three years from the date of the event that caused the injury. For an explanation of these time limits, always consult with…

You have the right to change lawyers, however your initial attorney will usually be entitled to payment for services rendered up to the time of dismissal. The lawyer will be paid from the fee earned at the conclusion of the case. Your new lawyer will usually work out an arrangement whereby the fee is split…

Yes. Under Florida’s comparative negligence rules, you may still have a case even though you were partly at fault in causing an accident. These cases are very fact specific and you should consult with a lawyer.

Remember who the adjuster works for: an insurance company. They have one goal: to settle your case for the least amount of money possible. What may seem like a fair offer to you could fall far short of any amount of money settled through a lawyer. It is a good idea to consult with us…

There is no set amount. The primary reason you need an attorney is to help you evaluate your case. We are experienced in evaluating cases based on how juries react in similar cases. This gives us guidance as to how to advise you regarding a fair settlement. The amount of your medical expenses, the nature…

Yes. In addition to personal injury, we handle wrongful death, professional malpractice and social security disability. Specifically we handle almost any type of injury or death including but not limited to the following: Car Accidents Wrongful Death Truck Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Whiplash injuries Head / Brain Injuries Spinal Cord Injuries Medical Malpractice Slip / Trip…