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.
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BRANDON, FL – The Hillsborough County deputies confirmed that no one was injured in a collision at the South Falkenburg Road and East Adamo Drive junction Thursday.
Deputies arrived at the scene before 6 p.m. They have not mentioned the events leading up to the crash or listed the kind of people and vehicles involved.
More details will be provided as our newsroom comes to learn more.
Officials say no one was hurt when a crane collided with a structure in Clearwater on Tuesday morning.
According to officials, the incident took place on Feather Sound Drive just before 10 a.m.
The crane was taken down by Wednesday afternoon.
Reports indicate that the crane was raising new roof sections to the top of the structure when it overreached its safe lifting capacity and toppled over.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
The building will be inspected for any damage soon.
It is unknown at this time if the weight of the material was the culprit of the crash, or if the wind contributed to the collapse.
Cranes are an essential piece of equipment on many construction sites. Cranes are a helpful tool for finishing challenging construction projects when they are operated and maintained correctly. They can result in fatalities or severe injuries when used carelessly or when they malfunction.
Cranes are responsible for more significant accidents than any other kind of heavy construction equipment, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Unfortunately, crane-related injuries do not only affect construction workers. Since cranes are frequently found in heavy populated cities, accidents involving them may have an impact not just on the workers but also on pedestrians or other nearby residents.
After a crane accident occurs and you have suffered injuries, there are a few steps you should take, including:
GIBSONTON, FL – Florida Highway Patrol said that a crash with reported injuries is currently blocking the southbound lanes on I-75 South at mile marker 250.
Troopers were notified of this collision at 7:28 p.m. and arrived at the scene at precisely 7:30 p.m.
Drivers in the area are advised to consider alternative routes.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police are on the scene of a collision north of Payne Park that led one person to suffer injuries Wednesday night.
This crash was reported before 6:45 p.m. on the 2071 block of Ringling Boulevard. Police are analyzing the sequence of events that brought about the incident. At this time, they have declined to mention the severity of wounds suffered and say how many people and vehicles were involved.
More details will be provided as they become available.
TAMPA, FL – The person who drove a dark-colored Mercedes and, fatally hit a mailer carrier, and then left the scene has been found, arrested, and booked into the Falkenburg Road Jail Monday.
FOX 13 News said the suspect was identified as 56-year-old Christopher Prater.
To recap, the collision happened Monday when Prater struck a United States Postal Service Vehicle in the Fern Cliff neighborhood, leading it to roll over, claiming the life of the mail carrier — 69-year-old Paul Falica.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol were summoned to a collision on I-275 North at mile marker 40 before 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Troopers arrived at the scene before 7:15 p.m. It is not immediately clear what led to this crash or if anyone was injured.
More information will be provided as it becomes available.
NORTH SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police were summoned to a collision in the Oakwood Manor neighborhood that led at least one person to sustain injuries Tuesday.
Police arrived at the scene — the 501 block of Beneva Road — before 3:30 p.m. They are investigating the events that led up to this crash and have not provided more information at this time.
Our newsroom will include updates should they become available.
TAMPA, FL – Police have confirmed the identity of the United States Postal Service employee who died after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver in the Fern Cliff area Monday.
WFLA said the mail carrier — 69-year-old Paul Falica — was operating a USPS vehicle when the suspect, driving a dark-colored Mercedes sedan, hit him at the North River Cove Street and North Mulberry Street junction and then fled the scene.
Falicia succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene. Police located the suspect’s vehicle (which had damage consistent with the automobile that hit Falicia) on North 16th Street, a mile away from the collision. However, they have yet to catch the suspect.
TAMPA, FL – At least one person sustained injuries in a collision that happened on the 6200 block of Gunn Highway Monday night.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office was called to the scene at approximately 6:35 p.m. They are examining the sequence of events that led to this collision and did not say how many people and vehicles were involved or specify the severity of injuries.
Additional information will be provided as our newsroom comes to learn more.
TAMPA, FL – A United States Postal Service carrier lost his life after he was struck by a driver in the Fern Cliff neighborhood who then fled the scene Monday.
This collision took place in the area of East River Cove Street and North Mulberry Street, according to ABC Action News.
Tampa Police confirmed the suspect — an unidentified man — was driving a dark-colored Mercedes sedan when he hit the USPS vehicle. They found the sedan a mile from the collision site. However, they have yet to locate the driver.
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