Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota Counties Whittel & Melton, LLC

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.

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ST. PETERSBURG, FL – An 18-year-old Ohio resident died following a collision Friday morning, January 3, while operating a motorcycle on Interstate 275 near St. Petersburg, according to News Channel 8.

The fatal wreck unfolded on a span of I-275 that runs on the Howard Frankland Bridge, prompting an emergency response at around. 6:44 a.m.

Officials say the victim, of Greenville, Ohio, was traveling northbound on a motorcycle when he and another motorist in an SUV collided as they approached a Road Ranger pickup truck stopped in the roadway. The initial impact caused the motorcycle to strike a barrier wall, which ejected the rider and sent him into the back of the Road Ranger’s pickup. Meanwhile, the motorcycle struck a second parked vehicle before coming to a stop.

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BROOKSVILLE, FL – Authorities are investigating a wrong-way collision Wednesday morning in Brooksville that resulted in the death of a 44-year-old man, according to FOX 13 News.

The fatal crash took place on the northbound side of U.S. Route 41 at Sgt. Lea Mills Boulevard.

Investigators found that a 32-year-old man from Groveland was driving a Toyota Tacoma against traffic when the vehicle collided with a Dodge Ram traveling northbound.

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ST. PETERSBURG, FL – A 30-year-old Seminole man died early Monday, December 30, when a police pursuit led to a crash in St. Petersburg, according to FOX 13 Tampa Bay.

The Florida Highway Patrol said Pinellas County deputies had attempted to pull over the man, who was driving a 2023 Dodge Charger, for a window tint violation.

Officials indicated that a pursuit ensued when the driver failed to stop. He was later observed driving recklessly and at a high rate of speed near Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street North and 7th Avenue South.

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TAMPA, FL – A man was left pinned inside his pickup truck after being rear-ended by a DUI suspect Monday morning in northwest Tampa, according to WTSP.

Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene on Waters Avenue at around 2:43 a.m.

Officials said the suspect, 33, appeared to be under the influence when he crashed his vehicle into the back of the victim’s Dodge Ram pickup truck. The high-speed collision sent the pickup into a tree, leaving the victim with serious injuries to one of his lower legs. He was transported to St. Joseph’s Hospital in stable condition.

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TAMPA, FL –  A sedan was pushed into Plant High School’s outside bleachers after its driver collided with another vehicle, which injured and sent a woman to a hospital Wednesday. 

This collision happened at 1 p.m. on the 2400th block of South Himes Avenue, according to FOX 13 News. The woman who was injured was sent to a hospital where she was listed in stable condition. 

The school’s principal, Heather Holloway, confirmed that a third driver, one of the students, was also hit by one of the vehicles while driving her car in the parking lot. Holloway said the student was okay but did not specify if she was injured or if she was sent to a hospital. 

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The holiday season can bring lots of joy, family traditions, social gatherings, and so much more, but there can also be unexpected hazards. While the twinkling lights, towering Christmas trees, sparkly décor, and festive celebrations may transform our homes into winter wonderlands, it also creates a lot of potential hazards for your family and any guests.

Frequent Holiday Home Catastrophes

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TAMPA, FL – A motorcyclist died in a Tuesday night multi-vehicle collision that happened on the State Road 60 West ramp connecting to Veterans Expressway. 

This crash took place before 8 p.m. and seemed to involve two cars and four other motorcycles, according to WTSP. After arriving, police blocked off the westbound lanes for several hours and lifted all closures at 11:30 p.m. 

Police are investigating the circumstances behind this collision and have not released the motorcyclist’s identity at this time or said if anyone else was injured. These details will be provided in an updated news blog post once more details surface. 

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TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that it was a 47-year-old man from Winter Haven who died after crashing his motorcycle into a Tesla Model 3 on I-275 Friday

New details from FOX13News indicate that the motorcyclist had drifted off his own lanes on the interstate on-ramp, leading him to collide with the car operated by a 49-year-old woman from Lithia. After arriving, Tampa Fire Rescue EMS rushed the motorcyclist to a nearby hospital, where he passed away. 

The car driver and her passenger, a 19-year-old woman, were spared from injuries. 

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MYAKKA CITY, FL – An SUV driver drifted off SR-70 West into the eastbound lanes, causing them to collide head-on with a pickup truck, claiming the lives of two people Sunday. 

This collision occurred before 8 p.m. along Betts Road, according to MySunCoast. Once the vehicles collided, the SUV passenger and pickup truck driver perished at the crash site. 

Upon arrival, emergency crews hurried the SUV driver to a hospital for treatment of serious wounds. It is unclear if the second SUV passenger, who survived, was hospitalized, but they were left with minor wounds. 

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TAMPA, FL – A motorcyclist was sent to a hospital where they later died after a collision on I-275 west of the Hillsborough River Friday.

Traffic delays immediately ensued as crews worked to clean up debris from the crash and as Florida Highway Patrol investigated the contributing factors behind this collision, according to WFLA

At this time, FHP has not provided the victim’s age, gender, and place of residence. In addition, troopers have not provided a definitive answer regarding the exact cause of this crash. These details will be provided in an updated news blog once authorities release more information. 

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