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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RUSKIN, FL – A 25-year-old man faces DU charges after he crashed into a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office car, sending the deputy to a hospital Saturday. 

HCSO said the events unfolded around 10:30 p.m. when the 25-year-old man, identified as Uriel Garcia Nestor, had ran a stop sign at 15th Street Southeast and then struck the deputy’s vehicle, a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe, on westbound East College Avenue, which caused it to roll over numerous times and the deputy to be thrown from the vehicle. 

HSCO said the deputy, identified as 47-year-old Ivan Clark, received a call concerning a reckless driver and came into the area to investigate. 

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ST. PETERSBURG, FL – A driver of a white Ford Ranger was ejected from their vehicle after colliding with a silver Infiniti sedan, which led to their death Wednesday. 

The St. Petersburg Police Department told WTSP this crash happened around 10 a.m. at the 51st Street South and Central Avenue Southjunction. Upon arriving, officers shut down both directions for five hours, and an ambulance took the Infinity driver, who was hospitalized for serious wounds. 

All closures have been lifted since. 

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TAMPA, FL – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is investigating a crash that took place outside a McDonalds, which involved one of their own deputies Wednesday. 

This collision happened around 6:30 a.m. along the Interbay Boulevard and South Dale Mabry Highway junction, WFLA indicated in a report. 

Video footage showcased that at least four deputy vehicles were on site, as well as one fire truck engine. 

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BRADENTON, FL – A 62-year-old woman riding a bicycle was hospitalized for serious injuries after colliding with a pickup truck on U.S. 41 South Tuesday. 

This collision happened before 11:30 p.m., south of 57th Avenue West, when the cyclist had gone in front of the truck, according to Bradenton Herald

Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that the woman (from Bradenton) did not wear a helmet and was sent to HCA Florida Blake Hospital. 

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TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the circumstances behind a collision reported Tuesday evening at South 50th Street and Causeway Boulevard. 

FHP has not yet arrived at the scene, mentioned the types of individuals and people involved, indicated if anyone was injured or taken to the hospital, or specified the exact cause of this crash. 

In addition, troopers did not list any pending citations or charges. 

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VENICE, FL – A driver and their passenger lost their lives after colliding with another vehicle during a green light at U.S. 41 and Seminole Drive Sunday. 

Florida Highway Patrol told WTSP that the events unfolded when one driver was going east on Seminole approaching U.S. 41, and the other driver was going north in an “outside lane” on U.S. 41 when both vehicles collided. 

FHP said the northbound car had struck a traffic control cabinet, sign, and control mast as a result. The northbound driver and passenger succumbed to fatal wounds, while another passenger was hospitalized for serious wounds. 

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BRANDON, FL – Florida Highway Patrol was summoned to a hit-and-run collision reported at the Laceflower Drive and Williams Road intersection Friday night. 

FHP has not yet arrived at the scene and is, therefore, unable to comment on the specifics of this crash, including providing a description of the suspect and their vehicle. 

Our team of news writers will add updates as more information becomes available. 

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LARGO, FL – A 56-year-old man crossing Roosevelt Boulevard lost his life after getting struck by two drivers, one of whom fled the scene Wednesday night. 

The Largo Police Department believes the hit-and-run suspect, who was the first driver, was operating a dark-colored Mercury SUV or Ford when he struck the victim, according to WFLA

The second motorist stayed at the scene. 

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TAMPA, FL – At least one person suffered injuries in a collision reported at Bruce B Downs Boulevard and Norwood Oaks Drive in the Lake Forest area Thursday. 

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrived at the scene before 7:30 p.m. Deputies launched an investigation but have not commented on the specifics behind this crash, listed the sort of people and vehicles involved, or whether anyone was hospitalized. 

Updates will be provided as our newsroom learns more. 

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TEMPLE TERRACE, FL – A man operating a motor scooter was taken to Advent Health Tampa, where he perished after he was hit by two vehicles Tuesday. 

Local police told WFLA that this crash happened as the scooter rider was crossing westbound North 56th Street when he was struck by the vehicles traveling on westbound East Fowler Avenue. 

Officers said the drivers remained at the scene but did not say if they would face charges or citations. 

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