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.
SARASOTA SPRINGS, FL – Sarasota County deputies said that injuries were sustained in a collision that happened at the Bee Ridge Road and Cattleman Road junction Friday.
Deputies arrived at the scene before 5:45 p.m. They are investigating the specifics of this crash and have not shared additional information at this time.
Our newsroom will be sure to provide more details should they become available.
TAMPA, FL – A crash at the Henderson Road and Gunn Way intersection in the Citrus Park neighborhood injured at least one person Friday.
Hillsborough County officials arrived at the scene at 7:24 p.m. They have not indicated details regarding how the collision came about, nor have they listed the number of occupants and vehicles involved.
Updates will be posted when they become available.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol shut down one lane on the 700 block of East Bearss Avenue due to a hit-and-run collision that happened Thursday evening.
Troopers have not yet provided information on the suspect and their vehicle. Updates will be provided as they become available.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota County deputies were called to a crash on the 4725th block of Bee Ridge Road that resulted in one person sustaining injuries Thursday.
Deputies had arrived at the scene before 5:30 p.m. It is unclear what led to this crash.
Updates will be provided as our newsroom comes to learn more.
TAMPA, FL – Three men sustained minor injuries, and one life was claimed in a collision caused by an alleged impaired driver Wednesday.
WFLA said this crash happened before 7 p.m. on Mariner Boulevard between Quality Drive and County Line Road.
A Ford F-150 pickup truck driver — 38-year-old Reinier Casola Rodgriguez — had not negotiated a curve and struck the center median. His truck stopped after hitting a utility box.
TAMPA, FL – One lane is blocked on SR-618 East at mile marker 4 due to a crash reported at 7:13 p.m. Wednesday, Florida Highway Patrol said.
Troopers arrived at the scene at 7:30 p.m. They are investigating the details of this collision and have not provided an official word on what the contributing factors were.
Our newsroom will be sure to provide updates as they become available.
SARASOTA, FL – At least one person sustained minor injuries in a crash at the North Washington Boulevard and 7th Street junction in the Gillespie Park area Wednesday.
Sarasota Police arrived at the scene before 6:30 p.m. No further information was made available at this time.
TAMPA, FL – Hillsborough County deputies revealed that minor injuries were sustained in a collision on the 7819th block of North Dale Mabry Highway Wednesday.
Deputies arrived at the scene at 5:51 p.m. It is unclear how the crash came about.
Our newsroom will post more information as we come to learn more.
According to a recent update from the National Weather Service, during a period of severe weather last week, six tornadoes made landfall in the Tampa Bay region – not just 2 that were noted last week.
Four EF-0 tornadoes were recorded nearby, in addition to the two EF-2 tornadoes that were reported in Pinellas County and Citrus County.
The NWS reports that Sarasota, Oldsmar, Trinity, and Clearwater all saw EF-0 tornadoes. None of them were longer than 0.5 miles.
Initially, an EF-2 tornado in Crystal River and a tornado travelling from Clearwater to Dunedin were both recorded on October 12 in the early morning hours. They both experienced maximum winds of 115 and 125 mph.
The four EF-0 tornadoes’ maximum wind speeds were 85 mph.
The storms left behind significant damage to homes and properties as well as downed power lines, trees, debris, and flooding.
When natural disasters strike, like hurricanes, major storms, and tornadoes, they usually leave behind a slew of damage to homes, businesses, and personal property. These natural disasters are typically considered by insurance companies to be significant amounts of loss brought on by weather-related dangers.
When these disasters happen, insurance firms and their adjusters are overburdened by the hundreds or thousands of claims that are being made at once. Insurance adjusters frequently ignore important aspects of each claim since they are managing many claims at once, which leads to inevitable mistakes and valid claims being delayed or outright rejected.
The financial health of an insurance firm may also suffer greatly from these catastrophes. Due to the financial pressure insurance companies are under to keep their payouts minimal, perfectly valid payments may be delayed, underpaid, or incorrectly denied.
What Should You Do if a Tornado Has Damaged Your Home or Property?
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that a crash with injuries on the 14401 block of North Nebraska Avenue has been cleared Tuesday.
Troopers were dispatched to the scene at 3:56 p.m. and arrived at approximately 4:46 p.m.
No further details have been made available at this time.
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