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Tampa Bay Big Rigs: Left Lane Laws & Legality

Florida’s trucking industry is a crucial part of the state’s economy, with thousands of big rigs driving on its highways every day, including Tampa Bay.

[08-08-25] Tractor-Trailer Crash in Riverview Claims Life of Lake Wales Man, Medical Emergency Suspected

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – A two-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon in Hillsborough County has resulted in the death of a tractor-trailer driver. The incident, which

[08-06-25] Teen Motorcyclist Killed in Tampa Crash

TAMPA, Fla. – A teen motorcyclist was killed Monday night after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of E Linebaugh Avenue and N 14th Street.

Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A. Recognized as Tampa Bay Times Best of the Best 2025 for 6th Year in a Row

Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A. Recognized as Tampa Bay Times Best of the Best 2025 for 7th Year in a Row

At Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A., we are proud to announce that we have been recognized once again as Tampa Bay’s premier law firm

[07-21-25] Serious Traffic Crash on Hillsborough Avenue Involves Motorcyclist and Truck

TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Police Department (TPD) said roads were closed on Sunday evening after a serious traffic crash involving a truck and a

[07-21-25] 4 Injured in Early-Morning Pedestrian Crash

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Tampa Police Department is investigating a pedestrian crash that happened early Saturday morning and left four people with serious injuries.

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Injured by Falling Cargo? What Victims Need to Know and How a Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help

Falling cargo accidents in Tampa, Florida, devastate unsuspecting motorists. These incidents happen when improperly secured loads break free from commercial trucks, sending dangerous debris onto

[07-07-25] Man Charged After Fatal Hit-And-Run in Riverview

RIVERVIEW, Fla. (WFLA) — The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said a man involved in a Fourth of July crash has been located and arrested. At

Excellence Recognized: Six Attorneys Acknowledged as 2025 Florida Super Lawyers

Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A. is delighted to share that six of the firm’s attorneys have been named in the 2025 Florida Super Lawyers

Why is Uninsured Motorist Coverage Important for Drivers in Tampa?

Driving in Tampa comes with its own set of challenges, making uninsured motorist (UM) coverage a must-have for local drivers. This specialized auto insurance protection

[06-09-25] 1 Dead After Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-4

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Florida Highway Patrol said one person was killed in a major crash on I-4 early Saturday morning. At around 2

[06-08-25] Driver Arrested for DUI, Friends of Victim Also Arrested in Central Florida

A DUI-related traffic crash in Central Florida recently left a pedestrian with severe injuries and resulted in three arrests, including the impaired driver and two

[06-08-25] Man Arrested in Fatal Tampa Traffic Crash

Tampa Police recently arrested 25-year-old Jefry Maldonado Hernandez, charging him in connection to a fatal traffic crash that resulted in the death of an adult

[06-06-25] Vehicle Crash on I-75 Causes Major Traffic Delays

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A vehicle crash on Interstate 75 north caused major traffic delays Thursday. The crash happened around 4 p.m. at the I-4

[06-02-25] Major Crash on Northbound I-275 in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A major crash blocked the right lanes of northbound I-275 in Tampa early Sunday morning. The crash happened near SR 60,

Alexander T. Lewis Becomes a Part of Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

A Prestigious Recognition for Exceptional Results We are proud to announce that our attorney, Alexander T. Lewis, has been inducted into the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates

[05-26-25] Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Soho DUI Crash

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — One person suffered serious injuries and another was suspected of DUI connected to a crash in Tampa’s South Howard neighborhood early

[05-26-25] 25-Year-Old Charged With DUI After Deadly Crash in Tampa

TAMPA – Tampa police have arrested and charged a man with a DUI after a car crash early Saturday morning that killed a man in

[05-22-25] Valrico Man Fatally Struck by Two Vehicles on SR-60

A 68-year-old Valrico man tragically lost his life Wednesday evening after being struck by two vehicles while attempting to cross State Road 60. The incident