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 hit-and-run crash on the 10019 block of East Adamo Drive had injured at least one person Friday evening.
Hillsborough County deputies responded to the scene after 5:15 p.m. They have not specified the exact cause of this crash, said if anyone was hurt, and other details, including the number of people and vehicles involved.
Our newsroom will post more information as it becomes available.
RIVERVIEW, FL – Florida Highway Patrol was summoned to a collision at the U.S. 301 and Causeway Boulevard junction before 7 a.m. Thursday.
Troopers are investigating the details of this collision, including the number of people and vehicles involved, determining if anyone sustained injuries, and what exactly led to this crash.
Our newsroom will be sure to provide updates as they become readily available.
VENICE, FL – Sarasota County deputies were summoned to a crash with injuries at the Rockley Boulevard and S Tamiami Trail before 7 p.m. Wednesday.
It is not immediately clear what brought on the collision, nor have deputies listed the number of people and vehicles involved.
Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.
TAMPA, FL – A man’s life was claimed when he crossed the I-275 and Busch Boulevard junction around 4 p.m. Wednesday, WTSP revealed.
It is unclear why the 40-year-old man was walking across the interstate or if the other driver will face charges.
Our newsroom will continue to keep a vigilant eye on incoming information and will post updates should they become available.
TAMPA, FL – At least one lane on northbound I-275 at mile marker 44 is blocked due to a collision that happened after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Florida Highway Patrol has not specified the specific cause of this crash, said if injuries were sustained, or revealed the number of people and vehicles involved.
Our newsroom will post more details as it becomes available.
BRANDON, FL – Hillsborough County deputies said at least one person sustained injuries in a crash on the 1602 block of Oakfield Drive Wednesday.
Deputies responded to the scene around 2:40 p.m. Officials have not said what led to this collision, indicated if anyone was hurt, or revealed the number of occupants and automobiles involved.
More information will be posted as it becomes publicly available.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police were called to a crash east of Sarasota High School at South Shade Avenue and Tami Sola Street around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Police have not indicated how many vehicles and people were involved if anyone was hurt, or what exactly led to this collision.
Additional information will be posted when it becomes available.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Florida Highway Patrol said at least one person suffered injuries in a crash at the 54th Avenue North and Haines Road North junction Tuesday.
Troopers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 5:13 p.m. and arrived at the site around 5:24 p.m. No other information, including the exact cause of the crash and how many people and vehicles involved, are available. More information will be posted as it becomes known.
TAMPA, FL – Hillsborough County deputies are on the scene of a crash with injuries at the Knights Branch Street and Temple Terrace Highway junction in Temple Terrace.
The collision took place around 5:30 p.m. It is unclear what exactly caused this crash or how many vehicles and people were involved.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
THONOTOSASSA, FL – A fatality was reported after a crash between a motorcycle and a white Chevy car at the U.S. 301 and Williams Road before 11 p.m. Monday.
As shown in a report from WFLA, the Chevy sustained heavy front-end damage, and the motorcycle was destroyed. It is unclear what contributed to this wreck or who died.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
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