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.
DOVER, FL – Florida Highway Patrol was summoned to a reported vehicle on I-4 West at mile marker 14 north of the Tampa East RV Community before 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Troopers gave no mention of whether this fire posed any risk to the drivers and community, only indicating signs of smoke.
There has been no update regarding if the fire was caused by an automobile malfunction or due to a crash. Troopers also have not said how long it took fire crews to extinguish the flames.
SARASOTA SPRINGS, FL – Sarasota County fire crews were summoned to a crash with sustained injuries along The Palms Golf Club at Forest Lakes Wednesday.
This collision was reported at the Riviera Drive and South Beneva Road junction. Officials are examining the specifics of what led to this crash and did not reveal the kind of vehicles and people involved, say how many were hurt, or indicate the severity of the sustained wounds.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL – Hillsborough County deputies confirmed that at least one person was injured in a crash near the Lutz community on Wednesday.
This collision happened on the 5200 block of I-275 North, and deputies arrived at the scene before 6:15 p.m.
Deputies are investigating the specifics of this collision and have not provided more information at this time.
RIVERVIEW, FL – A crash at the Balm Riverview Road and Woodside Drive resulted in at least one person sustaining injuries on Tuesday.
Hillsborough County deputies just arrived at the scene and have not specified the kind of people and vehicles involved, the severity of injuries, or revealed other information at this time.
More details will be posted should they become known.
THONOTOSASSA, FL – A 34-year-old man was traveling at a high rate, leading him to crash his Honda Civic into two sign supports, the car spitting in half, and resulting in his death.
This collision occurred on the I-75 North off-ramp (just before U.S. 301) before 8 p.m. Sunday, according to WTSP.
First responders rushed the man and the two passengers with him to area hospitals. Later, at the medical facility, the man succumbed to fatal injuries.
TAMPA, FL – A driver of a car crashed into a concrete barrier amid a construction zone on the Howard Franklin Bridge, leading to major traffic backup Tuesday.
According to a WFLA report, it is not clear what led to this collision if anyone was injured, or what exactly led to this crash.
This is an ongoing situation. Updates will be provided should they become available.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – A 36-year-old woman suffered critical, life-threatening injuries after she crossed an intersection and was struck by a hit-and-run driver Sunday.
Fox 13 News indicated this incident occurred at 2 a.m. at South Dr. MLK Jr. Street and 22nd Avenue South in the Cromwell Heights neighborhood.
St. Petersburg Police confirmed that the suspect was operating a dark-colored Kia Forte, which sustained significant damage.
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL – A driver of a Ford Escape caused a crash when he failed to stop at a New Port Richey junction before fleeing the scene Sunday.
This collision was reported before 12:30 p.m. at the De Cubellis Road & Ridge Road intersection, along the Village Oaks Shopping Center, ABC Action News revealed.
The Ford truck driver continued traveling north on De Cubellis after hitting the Nissan Altima. The Nissan motorist, a 66-year-old man, escaped sustained wounds. The suspect, who was described as having a cast on his left arm and a cobra tattoo on his right leg, then failed to negotiate a curve. As a result, his car rolled over several times, and he fled the scene on foot after it came to rest.
WIMAUMA, FL – Three men were hurt, and a Dodge Charger driver lost his life when he crashed into a pickup truck after declining to stop at a stop sign Saturday.
ABC Action News said the Dodge Charger motorist — a 30-year-old man — drove north on 7th Street when he crashed into the eastbound Ford F-150 pickup truck.
The 30-year-old man was ejected from his car, and both vehicles rotated and came to rest on the shoulder.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police confirmed that at least one person suffered injuries in a collision in the Granada neighborhood Friday.
Police arrived at the scene — the Bay Road and Brown Avenue junction — after 3:30 p.m. They are investigating the exact details of this collision and have not disclosed other information at this time.
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