Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota Counties Whittel & Melton, LLC

Accidents caused by other people's negligence are by their very nature, unplanned. It's for this reason that when an accident happens, victims may find themselves bridled with injury, pain and financial losses, not knowing which way to turn.

Being involved in an accident can be one of the most unsettling and devastating times in a person's life. During this time, having a seasoned attorney on your side, looking out for your best interest, can be the difference between becoming whole or struggling with pain and financial loss for years to come. If you are a victim of an accident, who you select as your attorney is the most important decision you need to make.

We are here to help.

The Tampa Bay Personal Injury Attorneys at Whittel & Melton guarantee that our clients receive the personalized attention they deserve. Our first priority is doing everything in our power to fight for full and fair compensation for your injury and loss.

Our Pinellas and Hillsborough County personal injury practice involves every type of injury case-- from serious car or motorcycle accidents to slip and falls to premises liability. The first step we take with our prospective clients is to schedule a free consultation to discuss the facts of the case. Our St. Petersburg Personal Injury Lawyers then will offer advice about options to seek financial recovery following a serious accident, catastrophic injury or the wrongful death of a loved one. We represent clients on injury claims arising from of a wide range of incidents and accidents. Click any area to the left to learn more about the scope of our practice.

If you have been in an accident, we don't think that you should have to suffer unnecessarily just because you were involved in an accident and are awaiting resolution to your case. While we cannot take the pain away, many times, we are able to refer you to Doctors who will treat and manage your pain, even if you don't have health insurance.

We Stand with You.

Most importantly, at Whittel & Melton, you can be confident that we will stand behind you and your case. Once we commit to representing you, we will never put you or your claim on the back burner, and we are available by phone 24 hours a day.

We promise to aggressively pursue the parties and insurance companies involved in your case to obtain justice for you and your loved ones. Through financial settlement or trial, we will prepare your case to achieve maximum compensation. You will never be responsible for any attorney's fees unless and until there is a successful financial recovery for your damages. Simply put, we will not be satisfied until you are.

We are proud to help accident victims throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota Counties – including Tampa, Brandon, St. Petersburg and Clearwater, Bradenton and Sarasota, Florida.

Please call us at anytime. We are available 24 hours a day. (813) 221-3200, (727) 823-0000, (866) 608-5529.

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ST PETERSBURG, FL – A two-vehicle crash, which led one of the cars to overturn, claimed a woman’s life and injured six children and one adult Thursday. 

Fox13 News said the events unfolded around 3:30 p.m. when a driver of a white Saturn Vue was trying to turn from eastbound Fairfield Avenue South to northbound 34th Street South and was hit by a woman driving a black Volkswagen SUV. 

St Petersburg Police said the Volkswagen driver was approaching southbound 34th Street prior to the crash. Officers said her car started speeding up, which caused her to lose control of her car. As a result, she hit Saturn and struck a utility pole, leading her vehicle to roll over. 

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We are a little over a month into 2025 and Hillsborough County has already seen 24 motorcycle accidents resulting in 23 injuries and 1 death, according to the Florida Crash Dashboard.

So far in 2025 Pinellas County has seen 22 motorcycle crashes, resulting in 20 injuries and 1 death. Pasco County has seen 13 motorcycle accidents so far into 2025, resulting in 10 injuries and 1 fatality. Sarasota County has seen 7 motorcycle accidents resulting in 8 injuries and Manatee County has seen 5 motorcycle crashes and 4 injuries just 36 days into 2025.

Accidents of any kind regularly occur when you least expect them, including motorcycle crashes. One minute you could be driving to work or just to a nearby gas station to fill up your tank, and the next, you could be involved in a terrible accident. According to the NHTSA, more than 52% of all motor vehicle accidents happen within five miles of where they live, and 69% happen within ten miles.

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CLEARWATER, FL – A male cyclist was taken to Morton Plant Hospital, where he passed away after getting hit by a vehicle Wednesday. 

The collision occurred at the intersection of Drew Street and Main Avenue before 11:30 a.m., according to FOX 13 News. Crews shut down the area for a large portion of the day before later reopening all lanes. 

Clearwater police launched an investigation. At this time, they have not disclosed the events leading to the crash, released the victim’s name, or confirmed any charges or citations. Updates will be added as our newsroom learns more. 

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SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota County deputies are investigating the circumstances behind a crash with injuries in the Southgate area that happened Wednesday afternoon. 

Deputies were dispatched to the intersection of Webber Street and Beneva Road and arrived at 12:30 p.m. At least one person was injured in the collision. The extent of injuries and the exact cause of the accident has not been disclosed. 

Additional information, including the number of people and vehicles involved, will be provided as our newsroom learns more. 

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TAMPA, FL – At least one person suffered injuries in a collision reported on westbound Selmon Expressway​ Tuesday. 

Florida Highway Patrol was summoned to the scene at 11:36 a.m. and arrived at 11:57 a.m. Troopers have not commented on the specifics of the crash, including the number of people and vehicles involved. 

New details will be added as our newsroom learns more. 

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TAMPA, FL – Four people had to go to a hospital following an I-4 rollover collision Monday, WTSP reports. 

Tampa Fire Rescue issued a trauma alert for one person before taking them and the three others to the hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries and the events leading to the crash remain unclear. 

Florida Highway Patrol started an investigation and has not shared additional information at this time. 

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OLDSMAR, FL – At least one person was injured in a collision that took place before 12:45 p.m. in the Oldsmar area. 

Hillsborough County deputies are currently at the intersection of Race Track Road and Twin Branch Acres Road, working to find out the exact cause of the crash. At this time, they have not released the number of people and vehicles involved, or said if anyone would have to go to the hospital. 

New details will be provided as our newsroom uncovers the latest developments. 

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VENICE, FL – An 83-year-old man driving an SUV failed to yield the right of way to a trash truck and struck it, which led him to succumb to his injuries Tuesday. 

The collision happened around 10 a.m. at the intersection of Tempest Harbor Loop and River Road, FOX4Now reports.The driver of the trash truck was going south on River Road, and the 83-year-old man was east on Tempest Harbor Loop Road when the vehicles collided. 

EMS crews declared the elderly man dead at the scene and confirmed the truck driver, 56, was unharmed. 

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TAMPA, FL – A driver of a white Honda was intentionally running over four pedestrians, which led to a pursuit-turned-shooting, which ultimately claimed the driver’s life and injured several others Sunday. 

The events unfolded around 8:30 p.m. at a Dollar General Store located at 6508 South Dale Mabry Highway, BayNews9 reports. 

The male Honda driver, 47, was using his Honda to try and prevent one person, a man, from leaving. The two argued, and then that man left. After the argument, the 47-year-old man followed the man to some resident buildings near West Meadow Street and South MacDill Avenue. The 47-year-old man ran over the person, who sustained minor injuries. 

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BRADENTON, FL – A 77-year-old driving a sedan passed away after he crashed into a semi-truck head-on at the SR 70 and I-75 connector Saturday. 

The events unfolded after 9:30 a.m. when the man drifted off eastbound SR-70 and went into the semi-truck driver’s lane, MySunCoast said. Florida Highway Patrol said both drivers were approaching the I-95 South off-ramp when they collided. 

The crash’s impact claimed the life of the elderly man and left his passenger in critical condition. 

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