Brooks Law Legal Blog
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
Summer holidays are a busy time for boating, especially July 4th weekend. As your neighbor, we feel it is important for you to understand the laws and the risks of the Chain of Lakes when it comes to drinking and boating. Laws Governing the Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes: Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes adheres…
What is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction? The human body is an intricate masterpiece made up of cells, tissues, muscles, bones, and organs- each and every single part serves a particular function to the overall body. The pelvic floor is a series of muscles in the pelvic area that support vital bodily organs, such as, intestines, bladder,…
According to the Food and Drug Administration, FDA, a medical device is an “instrument, apparatus, implement, machine, contrivance, implant intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, in man or other animals.” These instruments have good intentions; however, the question that must…
