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.
TAMPA, FL – At least one person was injured in a hit-and-run collision that happened at the intersection of U.S. 301 and East Adamo Drive Thursday.
Florida Highway Patrol was dispatched to the scene after 11:30 a.m. Troopers have not arrived at the scene and have not been able to provide a description of the suspect and their vehicle at this time.
New information will be added after our team learns more.
PALMETTO, FL – One person was left in critical condition after a van plowed into a Palmetto home on 8th Avenue Tuesday, Fox 13 News reports.
North River Fire District and EMS crews were called to the scene and transported the injured individual to a hospital for treatment.
Officials have not specified if the injured person was a home occupant, the driver, or a passenger.
ENGELWOOD, FL – The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the details behind a fatal two-vehicle collision near Englewood Elementary School last Thursday, May 8.
My Sun Coast said the two-vehicle collision happened on Indiana Avenue, between Dearborn Street and Perry Street. Upon arrival, Florida Highway Patrol closed the area for the scene for the clean-up process and investigation.
FHP has not disclosed the exact cause of the crash or the victim’s age, gender, and place of residence.
TAMPA, FL – Tampa Police are investigating two separate collisions that happened Saturday in the Egypt Lake-Leto area that left one person dead.
The deadly crash occurred at the intersection of North Nebraska Avenue and Broad Street East, where a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle, according to WTSP.
The other collision took place on the railroad tracks at North Florida Avenue and East Busch Boulevard. That is where a CSX train struck an unoccupied car.
LITHIA, FL – One person was left in critical condition after a two-vehicle collision that resulted in pool chemicals being spilled onto the road Thursday.
WTSP said the two-vehicle collision occurred after 8:30 a.m. in the area of Nichols Road and East Keysville Road and called for lane closures and a response from the Hazardous Incidents Team. At the time of reporting, crews were seen removing the chemicals, including chlorine, muriatic acid, and cyanuric acid.
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue also responded to the accident scene. At this time, fire crews have not disclosed the exact cause of the crash.
NORTH VENICE, FL – A 36-year-old man from Hollywood lost his life after a box truck rollover collision on the I-75 North off-ramp connecting to Laurel Road Monday.
Florida Highway Patrol told Fox 13 News that the box truck rollover collision happened after the truck driver had lost control of the vehicle, veered off the road, and slammed into the traffic sign. The force of the collision caused the truck to flip over.
FHP said the Hollywood man, the box truck passenger, succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while the driver sustained minor injuries. The driver was identified as a 26-year-old Opa Locka man. Troopers did not say if they cited the motorist or confirm why he lost control of the truck.
DOVER, FL – A male cyclist suffered fatal injuries after he was struck by a big rig on SR-574 near Sydney Dover Road Tuesday, The Patch reports.
The cyclist, 37, had allegedly failed to yield while cycling and collided with the truck as a result.
Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the details behind the collision and has not announced any criminal charges.
TARPON SPRINGS, FL – One pedestrian lost their life, and another pedestrian was left with unspecified injuries after a crash south of Al Anderson Park Sunday.
WTSP said that the collision occurred at the intersection of U.S. 19 and Klosterman Road and warranted a response from Tarpon Springs police and Florida Highway Patrol. After arriving, officials shut down the southbound directions for the standard scene clearance and investigation.
Police haven’t confirmed whether the driver who struck the pedestrians would be facing charges at this time.
THONOTOSASSA, FL – At least one person was killed in a four-vehicle collision that happened on I-75 North Saturday, ABC Action News reports.
After arriving, Florida Highway Patrol and crews shut down the area along mile marker 264 for the accident scene clearance process and have reopened all lanes since.
Troopers have not announced the victim’s name at this time or said if anyone else was injured in the multi-vehicle crash.
TAMPA, FL – A man lost his life in a fatal pedestrian crash in the Highland Pines Park area Friday morning, WFLA reports.
The pedestrian was struck by the car while crossing the intersection of North 50th Street and East 23rd Avenue around 5 a.m. Tampa police said the male driver swerved in an attempt to avoid hitting the walker but could not.
Moments later, the pedestrian succumbed to his injuries.
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