Believe It or Not – Train Accidents Are More Common Than You Think!

Did you know …. Every 3 hours someone in the United States is hit by a train?* Among the most dangerous states for railroad related injuries, Florida ranks 9th in the nation for railroad crossing accidents. According to the Federal Railroad Administration’s Office of Safety Analysis, there were 2,025 collisions at railroad crossings in 2016…

This popular weed killer has been linked to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma!

Weeds have been a nuisance to all land owners since the beginning of time. It wasn’t until the 1970’s that the company Monsanto produced and marketed Roundup – a glyphosate based solution that would act as an herbicide for every-day use. This solution allows users to kill pesky weeds without harming surrounding plants. Roundup is…

Brooks Law Group Has a Busy Weekend Ahead

Involvement in our community is very important to us here at Brooks Law Group and we would like to invite the community in joining us at these events this upcoming weekend: First Friday – Downtown Lakeland’s Munn Park Back to School Bash – Dewdney Plaza – Winter Haven Family Fun & Fitness Event – Lakeland…

Do You Suspect Cemetery Abuse? Let Us Help!

A cemetery symbolizes the final resting place of loved ones and a place for friends and family to visit their deceased loved ones. However, when this place of rest becomes a place of havoc and destruction due to abuse, there is a problem. Cemetery abuse is a pervasive issue that leaves families and friends upset…

Suspect Funeral Home Abuse? Know Your Options!

A death of a family member or a friend is a tough time for anyone. The funeral process should bring closure and peace of mind; we should be able to trust the funeral home we choose to handle our loved one’s body. Unfortunately, not all funeral homes can be trusted to properly and humanely handle…

Asbestos Found In Makeup Sold at Popular Tween Clothing Store: Justice. Is Your Child At Risk?

Nothing is more terrifying than the reality of your child being exposed to a chemical proven to have life-altering side effects. Recently, the news team at WTVD, an ABC station in Durham, North Carolina, reported that its investigation into the ingredients of cosmetics aimed at tweens has revealed frightening results about a product sold at…

A Local Teen Crashes Into a House. Can You Guess The Cause Of the Accident?

Distracted driving is a major cause of car-related injuries and deaths. It’s estimated that roughly 25% of motor vehicle accident fatalities result from distracted driving. According to a Bay News 9, a 17 year old suffered minor injuries resulting from her crashing into a Town N’ Country home last night in the 7700 block of…

Have You Had Hernia Repair Surgery? Important Information You Should Know About Physio-Mesh!

What is a Hernia? According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a hernia “occurs when an organ, intestine or fatty tissue squeezes through a hole or a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue.” The FDA explains that “hernias often occur at the abdominal wall.” Signs of a hernia “can be visible…

Considering a Hip Implant? Here’s Some Important Information You Need To Know

Only a few medical procedures have a 100% success rate. Unfortunately, hip replacement procedure doesn’t belong to this category of medical procedures. There are cases when patients are suffering after this procedure and using the hip implant. They experience complications or suffering and pain. If you find yourself in a situation like this, look for…

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death: What that Means

Personal Injury Cases Personal injury cases may come in the form of: Automobile accidents, aviation, motorcycle accidents, railroad, or truck accidents Dog attacks Drunk driving cases Medical malpractice Negligence Slip or fall And other unsafe accidents Personal injury cases can be resolved in two ways. The first way a case can be resolved is through…