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.
PARISH, FL – A man lost his life to a serious pedestrian crash that happened on U.S. Highway 301 Saturday, July 5.
According to ABC Action News, the events unraveled after 9:30 a.m. when a man who was walking on the highway’s shoulder was struck by a pickup truck.
The male pedestrian, who was a Parish local, succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
TAMPA, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol is reporting that a collision is currently blocking the southbound lanes of Highway 589 just north of Emma Street. They believe that the collision also resulted in injuries.
Units were dispatched to the area at 10 a.m.
The collision is affecting at least the southbound inside lane.
RIVERVIEW, FL – Emergency teams responded to a serious collision along a major roadway in central Hillsborough County on the Fourth of July, reports Fox 13 News.
The crash occurred just before 5 a.m. near the intersection of Bloomingdale Avenue and Providence Road in north-central Riverview, which is about 15 miles southeast of Tampa.
Authorities haven’t yet released any details regarding the cause of the accident or the number of vehicles involved, and it’s unclear if anyone required hospitalization.
BRANDON, FL – A 21-year-old male driver, who was suspected of impairment, was arrested and charged after causing a fatal hit-and-run crash on the Fourth of July.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office told Fox13 News that the events unfolded before 5 a.m., when the 21-year-old man had run a red light at the intersection of Bloomingdale Avenue. and Providence Road. Deputies said he was speeding, which led him to crash into another vehicle. The driver immediately fled the scene and was later found and arrested by county deputies.
The male driver has since been identified as Roberto Carlos Meza Rosales, a man from Honduras. Rosales will be charged with leaving the scene of a crash that resulted in death.
HILLSBOROUGH, PINELLAS, & MANATEE COUNTY, FL – First responders were called to several collisions that happened on I-275 between 5 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. Thursday.
All these crashes occurred during the all-day heavy rains, according to WTSP.
One crash happened around 5:30 a.m. on the I-275 Express South lanes before the Howard Franklin Bridge and involved a gray colored sedan, and the other happened on I-275 North before Roosevelt Boulevard.
LARGO, FL – At least one person was injured in crash that happened in the Somerset Lakes neighborhood Wednesday.
The Florida Highway Patrol was called to the intersection of Starkey Road and 115th Avenue North and arrived at the scene after 11:30 a.m.
Troopers did not specify the exact cause of the collision or the extent of injuries sustained.
SARASOTA, FL – One person was injured in a crash that happened along Marie Selby Botanical Gardens DowntownSarasota Tuesday morning.
Sarasota police were called to the intersection of South Orange Avenue and Mound Street and arrived at the scene before 7:45 a.m.
Police have not disclosed the exact cause of the crash or the extent of injuries sustained. These details, along with the number of people and vehicles, will be added after our news team learns more.
CLEARWATER, FL – A 27-year-old man operating a motorcycle lost his life after crashing into a barrier off U.S. 19 North Monday, WTSP reports.
Clearwater police and Clearwater Fire and Rescue responded to the scene of the motorcycle crash after midnight and were told by an eyewitness that the motorcyclist was allegedly speeding, which caused him to lose control of his bike and succumb to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities have since identified the biker as Leon Webb. Officials issued a several-hour-long shutdown and have reopened all lanes since.
LUTZ, FL – At least one person was injured in a crash that happened on Sunset Lane near Timberlan Drive Friday.
The Hillsborough County deputies are currently at the scene investigating the details behind the collision. At this time, the extent of injuries is unknown.
New details, including the number of people and vehicles involved, will be added after our team learns more.
SARASOTA COUNTY, FL – At least one person was injured in a collision that happened on the 20500th block of North I-75 Thursday.
Sarasota County fire crews arrived at the scene at 2 p.m. While no lane closures were announced, they do advise commuters to seek alternative routes or avoid the area until transportation crews can restore safe road conditions.
The extent of injuries and the exact cause of the crash remains unclear.
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