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Should You File Bankruptcy Before Settling a Tampa Injury Claim?

After a crash or fall, the bills hit fast. You may face medical charges, missed paychecks, and nonstop creditor calls. Therefore, many Tampa accident victims

[09-12-26] Serious Injury Crash Closes Southbound I-275 in Tampa

A four-vehicle crash on southbound I-275 Thursday morning left one driver seriously injured and closed the interstate for more than two hours, according to the

[09-10-26] Bicyclist Killed in Crash on Hillsborough Avenue

TAMPA, Fla. — A bicyclist was killed in a crash involving a vehicle on Hillsborough Avenue early Monday morning, according to the Tampa Police Department

[09-08-26] Guatemalan Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash in Hillsborough County

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — A 20-year-old Guatemalan man was killed in a hit-and-run crash Saturday night in Hillsborough County, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).

[09-07-26] Two People Killed in I-75 Crash When Vehicle Hits Street-Sweeper

TAMPA, FLA. — Two people were killed in an Interstate 75 crash in Tampa on Friday after a vehicle collided with a street-sweeper, troopers said.

[09-05-26] Riverview Man Arrested After Fleeing Serious-Injury Motorcycle Crash

A Riverview man was arrested after authorities say he fled the scene of a crash that left a motorcyclist seriously injured Thursday morning in Hillsborough

[09-04-26] Four-Vehicle Chain-Reaction Crash Blocks Eastbound Interstate 4 Lanes

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – A four-vehicle collision tied up traffic on eastbound Interstate 4 on Tuesday afternoon, sending multiple lanes into gridlock after drivers failed

[09-01-26] 2 Killed, Including 18-Year-Old, When Truck Cuts Off Motorcycle in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Two people are dead following a crash involving a truck and two motorcycles in Tampa, the Florida Highway Patrol said. At

[08-31-26] Tampa Man Hit, Killed by Tractor-Trailer Trying to Cross U.S. 41

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FLA. — A Tampa man was killed in Hillsborough County on Friday after he was hit by a tractor-trailer trying to cross U.S.

[08-29-26] 2 Teens in Stolen Vehicle Cause 5 Hit-and-Runs on I-275 in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Two teenage boys were arrested Wednesday after causing several hit-and-run crashes in a stolen vehicle, troopers said. According to the Florida

How Long Until I Get My Settlement From An Accident in Tampa?

When you ask, “How long until I get my settlement from an accident in Tampa?” you are usually wondering when the money will actually reach

Ten Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

At Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A., we are proud to announce that ten of our attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2027

[08-20-26] Pedestrian Struck by Dade City Driver on US-41 in Tampa Dies From Injuries

TAMPA, Fla. — A 53-year-old Tampa woman died Tuesday from injuries suffered after being struck by a vehicle while trying to cross US-41 on Monday

Will My Car Accident Settlement Have to Go Toward Child Support in Tampa?

Yes, a car accident settlement and child support in Tampa can be connected if you owe past-due child support, also known as arrears. Under Florida

Why Prompt Medical Care Matters After a Florida Car Accident

After an accident, you might initially feel “fine,” but later that night or the next morning, pain could emerge. This is a common occurrence and

[08-10-26] DUI Driver Causes Wrong-Way Crash on I-75 in Riverview

RIVERVIEW, Fla. (WFLA) — A 27-year-old Wimauma man is behind bars after the Florida Highway Patrol said he went the wrong way down I-75 and

[08-04-26] Driver Killed After Crossing Into Oncoming Traffic on the Courtney Campbell

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A man died early Sunday morning after the Tampa Police Department said he crossed into oncoming traffic. The crash happened shortly

Switching Insurance from State Farm to Geico – My Story

Updated July 15, 2026 by Sean McQuaid This is my own account of my car insurance experience. By sharing my experience, I hope you will

Tampa Personal Injury Lawyers Win Tampa Bay Times “Best of the Best” for 2026 in Personal Injury Law

Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A. won the 2026 Tampa Bay Times Best of the Best award for Personal Injury Law for the eighth year.

Using AI in 2026 to Win Big on Your Florida Car Accident Claim

Technology is evolving quickly. In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved from a sci-fi fantasy to a potent instrument that helps people recover the money