Brooks Law Group

If your injury makes travel difficult or prevents you from visiting our office, that's not a problem. Our team will be happy to meet with you at your house, the hospital, or any other place you'd prefer. We're here to make the process as easy as possible.

- The Driver: Like other vehicle accidents, the truck driver can be at fault for an accident. - The Manufacturer: Sometimes, a truck driver can do everything right, but if something is wrong with the truck itself, they may still end up getting in an accident. - The Trucking Company: Along with drivers of commercial vehicles, the company they work for could also be liable for an accident.

- The names and contact information of all drivers and passengers involved. *eyewitnesses may be helpful - The other drivers’ insurance information - The year, make, model, and VIN for each vehicle involved - The reference number for the police report and the responding officer’s name - Pictures of the accident scene and vehicles involved - Pictures of specific vehicle damage

- Seek medical attention: One of the first things you should do after being involved in a truck accident is to get medical attention. - Report the accident: Another important step to take is reporting the accident. A police report will document exactly what happened to cause the crash and be a crucial piece of evidence. - Call an attorney: Once you’ve received medical care and have documented the accident, it’s time to call a lawyer. Overloaded trucks, equipment failure, and driver error can all result in an accident — and if another party was at fault, it can be beneficial for you to seek compensation.

- Advice: The moment you are involved in a car accident, you are likely to experience thousands of questions that need answers. - Direction: After the car accident, there are probable directions that you can follow to ensure that everything has been covered. - Communication: In the case of the wrongful death case, communication is very vital. It becomes critical when death has been caused by negligence or misconduct. - Investigation: In most cases, truck accidents need to be investigated with much precision, care, and professionalism. - Evaluation: The amount of money that you will be compensated will specifically depend on the injuries, the pain, and mental torture that you have experienced. - Negotiation: In most cases, it is important to settle the accident case without involving the courts. This involves high-level negotiation between the parties involved. - Advocacy: Studies show that most of the car accident cases are settled out of the court.

This is a difficult question to answer and will vary from case to case. While many insurance providers prefer to settle cases out of court in order to avoid a costly legal battle, it isn’t always the case. Some truck accident cases can be resolved in 1-2 years, while others may take additional time to reach a fair settlement. Choosing the right attorney can speed up the process and ensure you’re receiving an appropriate settlement for your case. The length of each case will be different from case to case.

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.

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.

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

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 an opportunity to retain an attorney. The reason for this is that the insurance company knows it can probably settle the case for less money if you do not have a lawyer. We will investigate your case and obtain the necessary witness statements, documents, photographs, and other materials to protect your rights.

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

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.

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, we will then proceed with filing a lawsuit, if you so desire. We are by your side through the whole process.

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.

Currently, Florida drivers can only pursue compensation for injuries caused by another driver if they are seriously injured and exhaust all of their benefits from their own no-fault insurance policies.

Unlike economic losses like medical bills or lost wages that can be calculated by referring to documents such as bills or pay stubs, there’s no dollar amount that can easily be added up for pain and suffering. Instead, placing a value on pain and suffering compensation is a subjective process that requires consideration of evidence.

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.

Yes. In addition to personal injury, we handle wrongful death, professional malpractice and social security disability. We handle almost any type of injury or death cases. give us a call if you want to know more.

You must file your case within the Statute of Limitations. 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 a lawyer experienced in these matters.

It varies greatly depending on your injuries, your recuperation, and the negligence of each party. Each case is unique in its own way. The value of a case is usually determined by insurance coverage and the severity of the injuries sustained as a result of an accident.

Yes, you have options on car repairs. The dealership where you purchased your vehicle will either repair your car or recommend a car repair company may be a good choice. Or, you could use a professional auto body shop near you with experience in repairing your type of car.

We don't limit ourselves strictly to personal injury cases. We also regularly help our clients with their wrongful death, medical malpractice, social security cases and more. We handle almost any death or injury related case. You can visit the Practice Areas page on our website for an extended (but not exhaustive) list of some of the many case types we work with. When in doubt, give us a call and ask. We may surprise you!

While we have offices in Tampa, Winter Haven & Lakeland, we don't limit ourselves to those areas. We are an all injury law firm serving the entire state of Florida. If you've been injured, we want to help you, regardless of how far you may be from our offices. You can call us on our toll free number at 1-800-LAW-3030 to get your free case evaluation today.

You've probably heard plenty about how expensive attorneys can be and you may be worried you could never afford one, but that's not the case at the Brooks Law Group. If we don't recover money for your injuries, then you don't owe us anything. On a personal injury case, our firm operates on a contingency basis. That means that we only get paid when you do. If we're successful in obtaining compensation, a percentage of that will be paid to us. You'll never have to worry about upfront costs or paying out of pocket for legal assistance.

Accidents and injuries don't operate on a set schedule, and so neither do we. We've staffed our offices in a way that allows us to be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No matter what time of day or night it is, you can count on our team being ready and willing to discuss a claim with you.

No, not without legal guidance. When you find yourself the victim of an accident, you have to remember that the insurance adjuster does not work for you. Their goal is to make sure the insurance company has to pay out as little as possible for the injuries you sustained. They will use every tool they have to make sure of that. That's why we recommend you speak with a personal injury attorney before you give any statement or sign any documents. Everything you say to the insurance company or provide to them can be used against you later. An attorney can help ensure you don't make any costly mistakes.

Yes, according to Florida's comparative negligence rules. You may still have a case, even if you were partially at fault. Determining whether or not you have a case in this situation is very complex and fact specific. An experienced personal injury attorney can help consult you on your options.

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Absolutely not. If you've been injured, you deserve guidance from an attorney about your options, and we won't charge you anything to do so. Not only that, but Brooks Law Group works on a contingency basis. If you don't collect money from your case, then neither do we. You won't owe us anything unless we recover money for your injury.

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