Whiplash is a common injury after a car accident, but can it really affect children? Yes. Hospitals treat whiplash injuries in children across The United States each year. Some of these injuries are due to falls, sports, or other harsh contact, but many of them are caused by vehicle collisions. What is whiplash? In its most basic sense, whiplash is when the muscles in the neck are strained after a force snaps an individual’s head forward and backward in a rapid motion. The strain can be minor or catastrophic, depending on the speed and force applied. This could, of course, be very dangerous fo ..read more

Tampa’s population continues to grow, leading to an influx of commercial vehicles on the road. That also means an influx of victims impacted after experiencing an accident with a commercial vehicle. In fact, in 2022 alone, 3,193 injuries occurred on Florida’s roadways due to truck accidents. This startling number only continues to rise, with more and more trucks hitting our highways daily. An increased population leads to more construction equipment (like dump trucks), semi trucks, and delivery service vehicles sharing the road with motorists. Unfortunately, unlike a “standard” fender-bender c ..read more

This week on the Brooks blog, it’s time to answer an important question we’re hearing a lot lately: “Are dashboard cameras legal in Florida?” In a world where media seems to be a constant flow, video has become part of our everyday lives. From taking clips of our kids at a soccer game, to recording major events, we all have a camera in our hand or around us at all times. It’s no surprise then that cameras on our vehicles have become a popular trend. Dashboard Cameras are the hottest vehicle accessory. Dashboard cameras, or dashcams, are a modern, and popular, addition to vehicles of all kinds ..read more

Spring brings the promise of life and renewal, and is a favorite season of many for this reason. With longer days, more time in the fresh air, gardens blooming and a new season ahead, April often feels like a fresh start. Sadly, for many of our country’s veterans, a new season simply means continued suffering, no support, and worry about what comes next. A huge wave of servicemen and women battle chronic conditions, sometimes terminal, after their time on bases both here and overseas. With the ongoing Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit circulating through various legal and military outle ..read more

As Florida’s population continues to grow, locals are noticing a trend: housing is starting to go up since it’s out of room to grow out. With land filling up fast, more and more developers are creating high-rise buildings to house people and businesses. Those high rises mean more elevators, and that means a higher risk of elevator malfunction injuries. Elevators are very helpful, but they can also be incredibly dangerous. According to the Center For Construction Research and Training’s (CPWR) shocking list of statistics gleaned from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and ..read more

Everyone in Tampa Bay dreads the traffic that comes along with the Interstate 275 interchanges. If you’ve been anywhere near 4th Street in St. Petersburg, you know construction has been ongoing for the last two years and car accidents are a frequent occurrence. We’re excited to announce, the 4th Street Bridge is FINALLY open.  Starting in January 2022 this important access point to Interstate 275 was closed for this major renovation project, and is part of the larger Gateway Expressway project. We’re hoping this important work will mean we see fewer car accidents in Tampa Bay. Why is the ..read more

In the wake of an accident and resulting injuries, victims are left in significant physical and emotional pain. In many cases, individuals struggle with PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) that can last anywhere from weeks to years, depending on severity and treatment. When working through these intense emotions and fears, paired with recovering from physical injuries, victims can feel overwhelmed and lost. This period of time after an accident is, unfortunately, when victims are expected to make major decisions regarding the pursuit of justice. Many wonder if representing themselves wo ..read more

We write a lot of about commercial trucks (and truck accidents) here on our blog. Why? The commercial trucking industry plays a huge role in Florida’s economy. Thanks to our ever-increasing population and focus on tourism, we depend on trucks to carry goods and materials across the state line. The drivers who operate these trucks keep our daily lives running smoothly, making sure our stores are stocked with everything we need. It’s estimated that the United States currently has 8.4 million truckers on our roads. Unfortunately, each of them have felt the impact of rising costs in recent years ..read more

If you surveyed drivers in Tampa Bay about their biggest pet peeves about the area, we know one of the top answers would be: THE TRAFFIC!  In recent years, traffic in and around Tampa and Central Florida has only continued to get worse. Due to the influx of new business, people moving to the area, and slow development of infrastructure, traffic went from bad to worse on major highways like Interstate 75, Interstate 4, and local streets. Perhaps one of the biggest pet peeves about the traffic though is dealing with left lane drivers, also known as left lane “campers.” You kn ..read more

According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, car accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries in the United States, challenged only by poisoning and falls. That means all of us have likely been impacted, either directly or indirectly, by a vehicle collision at some point in our lives. Being prepared and knowing what to do immediately following an accident is important for anyone on the road. Calling first responders, getting to a safe place, and evaluating the scene are some of the first things you should do in a collision. For those who are seriously injured, getting emergency m ..read more