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.
SEFFNER, FL – At least one person sustained injuries in a collision that happened in the Mango district Wednesday afternoon.
Hillsborough County deputies arrived at the scene after 4 p.m.
It is not immediately clear what the exact cause of this collision was, how many vehicles and people were involved, or if anyone sustained injuries.
TAMPA, FL – At least one lane is blocked at the Hillsborough Avenue and Eisenhower Boulevard intersection after an injury crash Tuesday night.
Florida Highway Patrol arrived at the scene after 7 p.m. Troopers have not indicated how many people and vehicles were involved.
Troopers are investigating the exact details of this collision, including the contributing factors. They are determining whether the sustained injuries were minor or major.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police were called to a crash with injuries at the Ringling Boulevard and East Avenue intersection along Payne Park Tuesday.
Police arrived at the scene before 6 p.m. They are investigating the details of this collision, which includes the details leading up to the crash, and have not provided more information.
Updates will be posted as it becomes available.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL – At least one person was injured in a collision at the East Bloomingdale Avenue and Bryan Road intersection Tuesday.
Hillsborough County deputies arrived at the scene before 5:45 p.m. They have not revealed the exact cause of this crash, said if anyone was hurt, or indicated the number of people and vehicles involved.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
MANATEE COUNTY, FL – Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that at least one person was injured in a collision on I-75 South at mile marker 220 Monday.
Troopers arrived at the scene after 7 p.m. and have yet to disclose how many people and vehicles were involved, say if the injuries suffered were major or minor, or reveal the contributing factors.
Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota County deputies said that at least one person suffered injuries in a collision in the Bee Ridge District Monday.
This crash took place at the Clark Road and Derek Avenue intersection. Officials have yet to disclose the number of people and vehicles involved, say whether the injuries were minor or major, or indicate the contributing factors.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
TAMPA, FL – No one was hurt in a collision that occurred at the Axelrod Road and West Fern Street intersection in the Town ‘N’ Country area Monday.
Hillsborough County deputies arrived at the intersection after 6:15 p.m.
It is not exactly clear what led to this crash or how many people and vehicles there were.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol revealed that a FHP cruiser was involved in a crash that occurred on SR-589 North at mile marker 13 Friday.
They were made aware of this collision around 3:21 p.m. and arrived at the crash site shortly after.
No additional details are available at this time. Still, updates will be posted as they emerge.
SARASOTA, FL – A collision at the Clark Road and Gantt Road intersection resulted in at least one person suffering injuries Friday.
Sarasota County deputies responded to this crash after 3:45 p.m. They are examining the exact details regarding what led to this collision. In addition, they have not specified if the injuries were minor or major or indicated how many people and vehicles were involved.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
TAMPA, FL – A man, a juvenile, and an 8-year-old child sustained injuries, and a woman lost her life following a left turn crash involving a semi-truck and a car before noon Thursday.
WTSP said the man – who operated a 2011 red Mitsubishi Outlander – tried to turn left from North 45th Street and onto Adamo Drive when he was struck by the semi-truck.
The truck driver appears to have gotten away unscathed. Police have not mentioned if that motorist will face charges.
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