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.
SEMINOLE, FL – A 27-year-old man driving a 2016 Mazda sedan lost his life after he crashed into a fence and then stopped near a retention pond along Walsingham Park Sunday.
This collision happened after 4 p.m. at the 102nd Avenue and Botanica Drive junction, according to Fox 13 News.
The driver and sole occupant — 27-year-old Taylor Titus — was rushed to an area hospital where he died.
WEST TAMPA, FL – A pedestrian succumbed to fatal wounds after they were hit by a vehicle at the North Armenia Avenue and Kennedy Boulevard junction Wednesday.
WTSP said the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Tampa Police shut down the westbound lanes of Kennedy and reopened all lanes a few hours later.
NORTH SARASOTA, FL – Police were summoned to a crash before 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at North Washington Boulevard and 17th Street.
It is not immediately clear what led to this collision or the type and kind of people and vehicles involved.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL – At least one person sustained injuries in a collision reported in the Palm River-Clair Mel area before 4 p.m. Tuesday.
This crash happened at the South 78th Street and Destin Drive intersection. Hillsborough County deputies are investigating the events that led to this collision and have not provided additional commentary regarding the kinds of people and vehicles involved or specified the events that led to this crash.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – A man in his 60s was riding a bicycle when he was struck by a vehicle in the United Central district Tuesday, leading him to die from his injuries.
This collision happened after 6 a.m. at the 5th Avenue North and 49th Street North intersection, according to FOX 13 News.
First responders took the cyclist to a hospital, where he died.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police are investigating a collision reported before 3:30 p.m. Monday at the North Tuttle Avenue and Fruitville Road junction.
At this time, there have been no reports of sustained injuries, nor have police confirmed the events that led to this crash.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
TAMPA, FL – At least one person sustained unspecified wounds in a collision reported Monday evening at the North Dale Mabry Highway and Floyd Road junction.
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating the circumstances that led to this crash and have not provided additional commentary regarding the kind of people and vehicles involved, specified the severity of injuries, or released other details.
TARPON SPRINGS, FL – A 20-year-old man operating a 2018 Suzuki motorcycle was seriously hurt, and his passenger, a 21-year-old woman, died after his bike collided with an SUV.
This collision happened in the 39000 block of U.S. Highway 19 before 8 p.m. Friday along AL Anderson Park. According to ABC Action News, the events of this crash unfolded when the driver of the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox struck the motorcycle.
The passengers from Chevrolet were uninjured, and the motorist — 30-year-old Kayliegh McLiesh — was also unharmed, while the 21-year-old woman from the bike — Alina Faillios Chavez, 21 from Holiday — died at the scene.
According to recent state traffic accident data, Pinellas County had the highest percentage of pedestrian-involved crashes and fatalities in the state between 2019 and 2021.
A pedestrian was involved in an average of 503 collisions in Pinellas County between 2019 and 2021, the highest number of crashes in the state, according to data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Furthermore, throughout the three-year period of 2019–2021, there were, on average, 44 fatalities and 441 injuries.
The data shows that there were 47,855 car crashes in Pinellas County between 2019 and 2021, with 1,509 of those involving pedestrians.
RIVERVIEW, FL – Traffic is at a standstill on I-75 North due to a collision reported after 5 p.m. Friday that led at least one person to sustain injuries.
Florida Highway Patrol has not shut down any lanes at this time. They are investigating the circumstances that led to this crash and have not stated when the scene should clear. In addition, they have not specified the kind of people and vehicles involved.
More information will be posted as our newsroom comes to learn more.
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