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, FL – Sarasota Police were on the scene of a collision at the Fruitville Road and North Beneva Road junction in the Oakwood Manor area around 5 p.m. Wednesday.
Police have not said how many occupants and automobiles there were if anyone was hurt, and what exactly led to this crash.
Our newsroom will be sure to issue updates as more information emerges.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL – Hillsborough County deputies said that at least one person sustained injuries in a collision in Gibsonton Wednesday.
Deputies were summoned to the crash site – the Gloria Street and Nundy Avenue intersection – around 5:40 p.m. Officials have not said what exactly led to the collision, indicated how many vehicles and people were involved, or specified the severity of injuries sustained.
Our newsroom will post more details as it becomes available.
MANATEE COUNTY, FL – The left lane on the 6319 block of eastbound SR-64 in Bradenton is blocked due to a collision with injuries that happened around 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Troopers are investigating what exactly caused this crash. They have not shared other information at this time, including how many people and vehicles were involved, or indicated the severity of injuries sustained.
Additional details will be posted as more information emerges.
SARASOTA COUNTY, FL – A crash with injuries was reported in the Gulf Gate Estates district before 4:45 p.m. Tuesday.
This collision occurred at the Gateway Avenue and Stickney Point Road intersection, according to Sarasota County 911 Dispatch Reporting.
Deputies have not said how many automobiles and people were involved, specified the severity of injuries sustained, or listed the contributing factors of this crash.
TAMPA, FL – Tampa Police were summoned to a crash that was reported west of the University of South Florida before 5 p.m. Tuesday.
This collision took place on the 2700 block of East Fowler Avenue, according to the Police Traffic Calls for Service.
Police have not listed the number of people and vehicles involved if anyone was hurt, and if speed and impairment were contributing factors in the collision.
TAMPA, FL – Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that at least one person sustained injuries in a collision at the South 50th Street and Hartford Street junction Monday.
Troopers arrived at the scene five minutes before 5 p.m., and they arrived before 5:30 p.m.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
WEST TAMPA, FL – Tampa Police were summoned to a hit-and-run crash on the 1416 block of West Kennedy Boulevard in Hyde Park Monday.
Police arrived at the scene around 3 p.m. Police have not said how many vehicles and people there were if anyone was hurt, and what the contributing factors of this collision were.
Updates will be posted as it becomes available.
BRADENTON, FL – A motorcyclist was sent to the hospital for serious injuries after crashing into a sedan while trying to do a U-turn Thursday morning.
This collision took place at the 53rd Avenue East and 47th Street East intersection, according to NBC-2. The sedan driver, a 91-year-old man, was unharmed.
Officials have not indicated the current condition of the motorcyclist, who was only identified as a 76-year-old man.
SARASOTA, FL – One person sustained minor injuries, and an 81-year-old man was left dead following a two-vehicle wreck Thursday.
According to My SunCoast, this collision occurred when the 81-year-old man driving a sedan on westbound Clark Road (also known as State Road 72) failed to yield to oncoming traffic when turning left and collided with a truck hauling a trailer.
Sarasota first responders said the driver of the truck swerved to avoid hitting the sedan, but the sedan initiated contact with the right side of the truck.
TAMPA, FL – Tampa Police were summoned to a collision on the 3506 block of West Obispo Street in the Palma Ceia district Friday evening.
Police arrived at the scene after 6 p.m. They have not said how many vehicles and people were involved or what exactly led to the crash.
Our newsroom will post more information as it becomes available.
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