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.
TAMPA, FL – A man lost his life when he crashed his car into a wall on the 4900 block of Bayshore Boulevard around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.
NBC-2 indicated that no other vehicles were involved, and the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Tampa Police are investigating the details of this crash and have not provided other details at this time.
PLANT CITY, FL – At least one person suffered injuries in a crash that happened in the Hopewell neighborhood before 8 p.m. Monday.
Hillsborough County deputies indicated that the collision occurred at the James L. Redman Parkway and West State Road 60 intersection. Officials have not said if the injuries were minor or major, said how many people and vehicles were involved, and what exactly led to this crash.
Our newsroom will keep an eye out for any details that come our way and provide updates as they become publicly available.
OLDSMAR, FL – A 78-year-old man suffered fatal injuries after he was crossing the Tampa Road and Burbank Road junction and was struck by a Toyota Camry Friday.
This collision was reported before noon, as indicated in an ABC Action News report. Pinellas County deputies said the driver — 68-year-old Pascalia Mbetera — was driving east on Tampa Road when he struck the pedestrian using a roller walker to cross the road.
The pedestrian, who was identified as Frank Adams, was sent to a hospital where he later died.
SARASOTA, FL – A 38-year-old woman and a 7-year-old boy died in a seven-vehicle collision on U.S. 301 near Tallevast Road Friday.
ABC Action News said a driver of a car struck a second vehicle. The impact of this collision caused the second automobile to go into a right-turn lane and hit another vehicle before rolling over. As a result, the woman and boy who were occupants of the second vehicle, succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene, and four vehicles also crashed into one another, creating a domino effect.
Troopers also said the driver of the first vehicle — a 25-year-old man — was seriously injured,, and three other occupants sustained unspecified wounds.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – One lane at the 58th Avenue North and 28th Street North intersection is blocked due to an injury crash reported around 5:46 p.m. Friday, troopers revealed.
It is not immediately clear what brought on this crash and when the scene will clear. Our newsroom will post updates as it becomes publicly available.
SARASOTA COUNTY, FL – Sarasota Police had confirmed sustained injuries in a collision at the South Tamiami Trail and Oleander Street Friday.
Police arrived at the scene before 4:30 p.m. No other details were reported, including the cause of this collision. Still, updates will be provided as they become available.
RIVERVIEW, FL – Hillsborough County deputies confirmed that at least one person sustained injuries in a motor vehicle collision in the Sterling Ranch district Friday.
Deputies arrived at the crash site — the Bloomingdale Avenue and Providence Road intersection — before 5 p.m. It is uncertain if the sustained injuries were minor or major.
No additional information will be posted as it becomes available.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota County deputies indicated that injuries were sustained in a crash on the 1751th block of Mound Street adjacent to Lukewood Park Thursday.
Deputies responded to the scene before 4:15 p.m.
No additional information is available. Still further details will be posted as they emerge.
TAMPA, FL – Hillsborough County deputies indicated that at least one person suffered injuries in a crash in the Palm River-Clair Mel district Thursday.
Deputies said the collision took place at the Causeway Boulevard and South 47th Street junction.
The exact cause of this crash is unclear. Still, more information will be released as it becomes available.
LAND O’LAKES, FL – A van rolled over and landed on its side, and a truck crashed into a tree line after both vehicles collided on State Road 52 Wednesday.
This collision took place along Ehren Cutoff, WFLA reported. Pasco fire rescue crews and other officials shut down all directions so that they could clear the scene. As No other information was reported, including what caused this collision and if anyone sustained injuries.
Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.
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