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.
PLANT CITY, FL – A 23-year-old man from Michigan lost his life after he was hit by a Ford Edge driver on FL 39 Sunday.
WFLA said this collision happened before 9 p.m. Florida Highway Patrol declared the Michigan resident dead at the scene.
Troopers revealed the driver, a 64-year-old man from Virginia, remained at the scene. They said the pedestrian entered the driver’s path. So, it is not immediately clear if citations or charges will be brought.
TAMPA, FL – A man lost his life shortly after he was struck by a vehicle at the East Busch Boulevard and North 50th Street junction Sunday.
This crash happened before 8:30 a.m. in the Temple Terrace district, according to ABC Action News.
First responders conducted life-saving measures on the man and then took him to a hospital, where he later died.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run collision reported in the Pinecrest West Park neighborhood Friday afternoon.
This crash happened at the Dale Mabry Highway and Pine Crest Manor Boulevard junction. Troopers were dispatched to the scene at 2:36 p.m. and arrived at the crash site at 3 p.m.
Officials said no roads were blocked, did not indicate sustained wounds, and did not provide a description of the suspect or their vehicle.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police were summoned to a collision that happened before 3:45 p.m. Friday east of Payne Park.
This crash occurred at the Ringling Boulevard and South Lime Avenue junction. Police are analyzing the details that have led to this collision and did not include more information at this time.
Our newsroom will be sure to provide updates as it becomes available.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – A 70-year-old woman passed away Wednesday after she was struck at an intersection in the Deniston Heights neighborhood by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene.
The fatal collision happened after 6:30 p.m. at the 22nd Avenue North and 41st Street intersection, FOX 13 News reported. St. Petersburg Police said the victim was 70-year-old Karen Moorefield, who had dementia and was reported missing by her family less than an hour before. Though witnesses were performing CPR on her when police arrived, Moorefield succumbed to her wounds at the scene.
Police are searching for the suspect, whom they believe was driving a 2013-2016 Cadillac SRX SUV, which sustained front-end damage in the crash.
TAMPA, FL – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said at least one person sustained injuries in a crash east of Lettuce Lake Park Thursday.
Deputies arrived at the scene — the 12418 block of Morris Bridge Road — before 5:45 p.m. They are investigating the details leading up to this crash and have not provided other information at this time.
CLEARWATER, FL – A bicyclist is listed in critical condition at Bayfront Health in St. Petersburg after he was hit by a vehicle Wednesday.
This crash happened before 7 p.m. on Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard, according to FOX 13 News. Officials said the cyclist did not use cross using the crosswalk.
The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol was summoned to a collision after 7 a.m. Thursday near Veterans Expressway.
This crash happened near Waters Avenue near the Town N’ Country neighborhood, WFLA reported. There were some traffic delays, but they appeared to die down.
The exact events leading up to this collision have not been disclosed. More information will be provided as our newsroom comes to learn more.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police were summoned to a collision north of Payne Park before 4 p.m. Wednesday.
This crash happened at the Fruitville Road and North Washington Boulevard junction.
Police have yet to indicate the events that led to this collision or reveal if anyone was injured.
TAMPA, FL – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that no one was hurt in a crash reported before 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Four Oaks neighborhood.
This collision happened in the 12712 block of Holyoke Avenue. Deputies are investigating the events that led up to this crash and have not provided other information at this time.
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