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.
BRANDON, FL – No one was injured in a crash at the South Kings Avenue and Climate Drive junction in the Hickory Lakes Estates neighborhood Monday.
Hillsborough County deputies arrived at the scene around 4:12 p.m. They did not reveal the exact cause of this crash nor mention the number of people and vehicles involved.
Additional information will be provided as it becomes known.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – A driver cut off a 37-year-old woman on I-275, leading her vehicle to roll over and her suffering serious wounds Monday.
FOX 13 News said the woman, who operated a Mazda 6, steered left to avoid striking the driver, who cut her off. Her attempt did not work, and she hit a traffic barrier, resulting in her car overturning several times.
The woman was taken to an area hospital. Her current condition is unknown, and no pending charges were mentioned at this time.
WIMAUMA, FL – Five people lost their lives after a Toyota Tacoma driver had traveled west on SR-674, leading to a head-on with two vehicles on Sunday.
It is not immediately clear why the 29-year-old man (the driver of the Toyota Tacoma) had gone into the opposite lanes, WTSP said. A Chevy Silverado pickup truck was struck first. Then, a Chevy S-10 driver behind the Silverado struck debris from the initial crash and crashed into a ditch after trying to avoid the collision.
The Chevy S-10 driver and one passenger from the Silverado truck were unharmed, while a 40-year-old occupant from the Silverado was seriously hurt.
TAMPA, FL – Hillsborough County deputies were called to a crash along Tampa Executive Airport that resulted in at least one person sustaining injuries Friday.
This collision happened on the southbound lanes of I-75. The exact details of this crash have not been made immediately clear.
Our newsroom will provide more information as details become available.
EAST TAMPA, FL – Police confirmed that it was 57-year-old Darrell Lawson who lost his life when he was struck by a hit-and-run driver while riding his bike.
This collision occurred after 8:15 p.m. Tuesday in the area of East 21st Avenue. Lawson succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene despite the life-saving measures conducted on him.
Police have yet to locate the hit-and-run suspect. Although they do believe the suspect drove a light blue, gray, or silver sedan and was last seen on East 21st Avenue.
NEAR LAKELAND, FL – Two were injured, and a 49-year-old man lost his life as a result of a three-vehicle collision on Ewell Road near Lakeland Thursday.
According to ABC Action News, the 49-year-old man — Thomas Holloway — drove a 2020 Kia Soul and drifted off his center line, sideswiping a 2019 Chevrolet pickup truck.
Holloway had then struck a 2009 Hyundai Sonata, which traveled behind the Chevrolet truck. The impact caused Holloway’s engine to detach, and he succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene.
TAMPA, FL – At least one lane was blocked at the U.S. 301 and I-4 intersection due to a crash, with sustained injuries reported after 6 p.m. Thursday.
Florida Highway Patrol was dispatched to the scene at 6:10 p.m. and arrived ten minutes later at 6:20 p.m. The exact details of this collision were not made available.
Updates will be included in this news blog as our newsroom comes to learn more.
RIVERVIEW, FL – At least one person sustained injuries when they were hit by a driver who fled the scene before 6:15 p.m. Thursday.
Hillsborough County deputies confirmed this collision happened on the 6421 block of South Falkenburg Road.
Deputies have not said if the injuries were minor or major, said what brought on this collision, or provided a description of the suspect and their vehicle.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – All U.S. 19 southbound lanes shut down due to a collision reported around 12:37 p.m. Thursday.
FL 511 confirmed this crash occurred near 5th Avenue South.
Crash in Pinellas County on US-19 South, beyond 5th Ave S. All lanes closed. Last updated at 12:37 PM. https://t.co/BFROmDeDs9
PINELLAS PARK, FL – At least one person sustained injuries in a five-car collision that led a truck to roll over Wednesday morning, WTSP reported.
This crash occurred at the 66th Street North and 102nd Avenue North junction. The impact had led the truck to overturn in the crosswalk along a concrete barrier, causing a Jeep to turn slightly sideways.
The injuries sustained were minor.
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