Brooks Law Legal Blog
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…
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…
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…
How are dangerous chemicals, a military base in North Carolina, and veterans here in Tampa connected to one another? Last year’s lawsuit regarding water contamination at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina can answer that question. During the span of years between 1953 and 1987, dangerous substances were leached into the water, yet left undisclosed to those who…
It is with heavy hearts that the Brooks Law Group and the Winter Haven community mourn the loss of four individuals in a tragic plane crash Tuesday, March 7th on Lake Hartridge. We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those who lost their lives in this devastating incident. Among the…
We are thrilled to announce a notable trial victory for our clients, thanks to the hard work and dedication of one of Brooks Law Group’s trial attorneys, Amy Smith! One of the issues in this trial involved the language barrier of a Spanish speaking client. Language barriers can cause emotions and truths to get lost…
March marks Women’s History Month here in the United States, and as attorneys in the Central Florida region, we’re keenly aware of the impact women have had on the field of law through the years. Reaching back into Colonial America, you’d find Margaret Brent who oversaw approximately 100 cases in Virginia and Maryland from 1638…
Do you have a fear of accidents not because of the pain or damages, but because of the horror stories you’ve heard of attorney fees? We’re sure many of you envision dollar signs and debt when you think of taking a case to court following your accident, and we understand why. Our society has conditioned many…
When you are in an accident or suffer an injury that was someone else’s fault, everyone will tell you that you need to get a lawyer ASAP. While they’re correct that you need representation, it’s important to know that not all lawyers are created equal, and finding one that has experience and knowledge specific to…
In the last three years, delivery services have become the norm for households across America. From your favorite takeout restaurant to your toothpaste and groceries, you can have (almost) anything delivered right to your front door within a matter of hours. Because delivery services have grown astronomically though, the influx of new delivery drivers on…
