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.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – A 14-year-old boy was sent to the hospital after he fell off a boat after a two-boat crash near St. Petersburg Saturday.
WSVN said this collision took place near Egmont Key. The boy sustained wounds on his arm due to the impact of the propeller.
It is unclear what his current condition is.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Police revealed that at least one person sustained injuries in a collision that happened near the Bobby Jones Golf Club before 2:30 p.m. Monday.
This crash was reported at the Fruitville Road and North Beneva Road junction. The exact details of this collision are unknown. In addition, officials did not list the number of vehicles and people involved. No other information is available.
Updates will be posted as they become available.
BRANDON, FL – Hillsborough County deputies were summoned to a crash with injuries in the Pine Grove Reserve before 4 p.m. Monday.
This collision took place at the Bloomingdale Avenue and Springvale Drive intersection.
Officials have not said how many people and vehicles were involved, specified the severity of injuries, or indicated if speed or impairment were contributing factors.
BRADENTON, FL – Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that the eastbound 32nd Avenue and 57th Street junction is blocked due to a crash with injuries that happened Friday.
Troopers were dispatched to the scene and are investigating what led to the collision, determining the specificity of injuries sustained and how many people and vehicles there were.
More information will be posted as it is made available.
SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota County deputies were summoned to a crash at the Bee Ridge Road and South Tuttle Avenue junction Friday afternoon.
Officials arrived at the scene after 4:30 p.m. It is unclear what exactly led to this collision, how many automobiles and occupants were affected, and if anyone was hurt.
Additional details will be posted to this news blog as it becomes known.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL – Hillsborough County deputies responded to a crash with injuries at the Livingston Avenue and East 149th Avenue intersection Friday.
This collision took place before 4:30 p.m. Officials are examining the details of the collision, which includes the number of people and vehicles involved and what led to the crash. They have not provided additional information at this time.
Our newsroom will post updates as they emerge.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that at least one person sustained injuries in a crash at the East Adamo Drive and U.S. 301 intersection Thursday.
Troopers arrived at the scene after 10 a.m. They have not indicated the specifics of what caused the crash and the injuries sustained and confirmed the number of people and vehicles involved.
Additional information will be posted as they become available.
SARASOTA COUNTY, FL – A 22-year-old woman was airlifted to a hospital after the jet ski she was riding on collided with another jet ski in Little Sarasota Bay.
This collision happened around 12:30 p.m., WWSB reports. Medics arrived on the scene near the 400 block of Blackburn Point Road Sunday and took the injured woman to Bayfront Health for treatment. There has been no official word on her condition.
Authorities say that two personal watercraft were involved in the incident, each of which had two occupants.
TAMPA, FL – Tampa Police are on the scene of a collision that happened on the 10001 block of North Florida Avenue after 5 p.m. Thursday.
Police are trying to determine what exactly led to the crash. They have not provided information on the contributing factors or listed the number of people and vehicles involved.
Updates will be posted as they become available.
TAMPA, FL – Troopers are investigating a hit-and-run collision that happened at the East Hillsborough Avenue and Orient Road junction before 7 p.m. Wednesday.
It is not immediately clear how many automobiles and people there were, if any injuries were sustained, and what the contributing factors were. In addition, officials have not released any information on the suspect or their vehicle.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
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