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.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Florida Highway Patrol was dispatched to a hit-and-run collision on I-275 North at mile marker 25 Friday night.
Troopers are arriving at the scene. They have not disclosed how many automobiles and occupants were involved, specified any sustained injuries, revealed the circumstances leading up to this crash, or provided a description of the suspect and their vehicle.
Additional information will be posted should it become available.
SARASOTA, FL – Police are investigating a crash reported along the Sarasota Fairgrounds that led at least one person to sustain injuries Friday.
At around 6:16 p.m., police were summoned to the Fruitville Road and North Brink Avenue junction. They have not indicated the events leading up to this crash or specified the kind of people and vehicles involved.
Additional details will be provided when our newsroom comes to learn more.
TAMPA, FL – At least one person suffered injuries in a collision reported after 5 p.m. Friday in the University district.
Hillsborough County deputies said this crash happened at the North Nebraska Avenue and East Fletcher Avenue intersection.
It is not immediately clear what brought about this collision. In addition, officials have not specified how many people and vehicles were involved or specified what kind of injuries were sustained.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol said one lane is blocked on the Howard Franklin Bridge due to a crash reported before 6:30 p.m. Thursday.
Troopers have just arrived at the scene and have not yet indicated the events that led up to the crash specified the kinds of vehicles and people involved, said if anyone was injured, or revealed how long the lane closure will last.
More information will be provided as it becomes available.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota police are investigating a collision next to the Bobby Jones Golf Club that led at least one person to suffer injuries Thursday.
Police responded to Amherst Avenue and Delta Street before 1 p.m. The sequence of events leading up to this crash have not been disclosed. Officials have also not revealed the kind of people and vehicles involved, or specified the severity of wounds sustained.
Our newsroom will be sure to share more details should they become available.
BALM, FL – At least one person was injured in a crash west of the University Of Florida-Gulf Coast Research And Education Center Thursday.
Before 5:30 p.m., the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a collision at the Carlton Lake Road and County Road 672 junction. They are investigating the specifics of this crash and have not yet revealed the type of occupants and vehicles involved or listed any citations or pending charges.
Additional information will be added to this news blog should it emerge.
TAMPA, FL – A collision has cleared on the eastbound lanes of Courtney Campbell Causeway Wednesday.
Despite the clearance, drivers are experiencing some heavy delays and are only able to get by using only one lane, according to WTSP.
Motorists approaching the area can use the Howard Franklin Bridge or Gandy Bridge to avoid the traffic backup.
VENICE, FL – At least one person sustained injuries in a collision on the 9836 block of Hilltop Drive Wednesday afternoon.
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the scene after 4:30 p.m. They are investigating the specifics of what led to this crash and have not specified the severity of injuries sustained or revealed the amount of occupants and vehicles involved.
More information will be provided as details surface.
BRADENTON, FL – A 29-year-old woman driving a sedan struck a 47-year-old crossing 15th Street East, leading him to succumb to fatal wounds Tuesday.
The Bradenton Herald said this collision occurred after 6 a.m. south of 63rd Avenue East. The unidentified man, a Sarasota resident, was declared dead at the scene.
The motorist was unharmed. Officials shut down 15th Street East to accommodate the investigation and clearance process.
SARASOTA, FL – A 58-year-old man was impaired when he crashed his pickup truck into a home near Phillippi Creek Levee Trail Sunday.
This collision happened at the Bahia Vista Street and South Conrad Avenue junction, and officials were dispatched to the scene around 7:30 a.m., according to My Sun Coast News.
The motorist, who was identified as Timothy Hunter, sustained non-life-threatening wounds and was sent to Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
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