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.
SARASOTA, FL – According to FOX 13 News, a driver struck and killed a pedestrian on US 41 near Gary Street on Tuesday.
The driver hit the victim sometime early Tuesday morning.
Following the collision, crews shut down all northbound and southbound lanes of US 41 to process the scene.
TAMPA, FL – A box truck driver ran over and killed a male pedestrian at the Wawa located at 2502 N 50th St on Saturday morning, according to ABC Action News.
The victim had lain down or collapsed near the rear wheels of a parked box truck around 5 a.m. The driver did not see the victim and ran over him.
Following the collision, the driver cooperated with authorities.
DAVENPORT, FL – According to ABC Action News, a driver struck and killed a motorcyclist near Interstate 4 and US 27 early Saturday morning.
A man was riding a blue Suzuki motorcycle with a woman passenger when he took the exit from westbound Interstate 4 to southbound US 27 around 2:45 a.m.
The driver of a white Toyota Tundra was exiting a motel on Interstate 4 when he collided with the motorcyclist.
TAMPA, FL – A motorcyclist was hurt after hitting a truck on West Hillsborough Avenue between North Himes Avenue and North Dale Mabry Highway on Sunday, according to ABC Action News.
The two drivers collided around 4 p.m.
First responders transported the motorcyclist to an area hospital with serious injuries.
SARASOTA, FL – According to FOX 13, a hit-and-run driver collided with a pedestrian on North Lockwood Ridge near 44th Street on Monday morning.
The driver struck the victim around 2:40 a.m.
First responders transported the victim to an area hospital.
LAKE ALFRED, FL – According to WTSP, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly collision between a BMW and a dump truck that occurred on Old Polk City Road near Florida 557 Friday morning.
The driver of a silver BMW was heading west on Old Polk City Road when they entered the eastbound lanes to pass cars, where they collided head-on with a dump truck around 6 a.m.
Both vehicles ended up under trees on the south shoulder of the road following the collision. The sedan then burst into flames.
LEALMAN, FL – At least one person died in an accident at 58th Avenue North and 48th Street North Sunday night, according to WFLA.
The collision occurred around 9:50 a.m.
Crews shut down the eastbound and westbound lanes of 58th Avenue to process the scene.
PORT ST. LUCIE, FL – According to FOX 13, a suspected impaired driver collided with a skateboarder on Southeast Melalecua Blvd on Sunday.
Robert Voisine was allegedly impaired as he was driving a Mazda when he hit a man riding a skateboard and a mailbox.
A bystander told officers the make, model, license plate, and description of the suspect.
LARGO, FL – A police officer and another driver were hurt in a two-vehicle collision at East Bay Drive and Country Club Drive Sunday afternoon, according to WTSP.
The two vehicles collided around 2:30 p.m. One of the cars then crashed into a power pole, knocking out power for around 4,900 Duke Energy customers.
First responders transported the officer and the other driver to an area hospital.
BRADENTON, FL – According to WTSP, a suspected impaired driver killed a motorcyclist’s passenger near 42nd Avenue West and 59th Street West on July 7.
Milton May, 51, was driving east on 42nd Avenue West when he struck a northbound motorcyclist around 10:15 p.m.
First responders transported the 28-year-old motorcyclist to an area hospital in critical condition. His 35-year-old woman passenger died in the collision.
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