Nationwide, about 80-92% of personal injury claims are settled rather than tried in court. However, when the plaintiff and the at-fault party’s insurance provider can’t reach a settlement through negotiation, mediation and litigation are the only options left. Whether your case is settled through mediation or tried in court, it’s vital to work with a skilled personal injury lawyer…
Anyone who sustains injuries through an accident resulting from another person’s negligence is legally eligible to pursue compensation. However, getting compensation is not always straightforward and may at times involve filing a lawsuit. In a personal injury case, which is a civil case, the burden of proof lies with you as the plaintiff. When the key evidence…
There are many ins and outs of a Florida personal injury case. From filing an insurance claim to obtaining all the compensation that’s owed to you, there’s no shortage of things to do, questions to answer, and challenges to overcome. As one of the first steps in filing a personal injury claim, you should become familiar…
Were you recently injured in a car accident in Florida? Did you file an insurance claim? Are you in the process of formulating a strategy for obtaining all the compensation you deserve? There’s a lot that goes into the car accident claims process, with the number of challenges growing as you reach the litigation stage…
As a parent, your primary concern is protecting your children. Car accidents in Florida are one of the biggest threats. Child safety seats help reduce the risks, but serious personal injuries can still happen. At Zimmet & Zimmet, you can count on us to provide the caring support and professional legal representation you need in…
With the weather being relatively warm all year long in Florida, most residents spend most of their time in sandals, flip flops, or even barefoot. As such, it is not uncommon for people to jump into a car and start driving in flip-flops or even barefoot. While flip flops may feel comfortable, particularly in warm temperatures,…
While many destinations within the United States attract a large number of tourists, the state of Florida is always somewhere near the top of the list. In fact, a recent News 6 Orlando article reported “86.714 million visitors to the state during 2020.” As you can see, despite a pandemic, more than 86 million people…
A T-bone car accident, also known as a side-impact collision, is a serious issue in Florida and all of the United States. In 2019 alone, T-bone accidents accounted for 23 percent of all passenger vehicle occupant deaths. If you and/or a loved one has been injured (or even killed) in a T-bone accident in Florida, don’t…
Are you the type of person who enjoys getting around on a moped or motorized scooter? Have you come to find that it’s a great way to save both time and money? In Florida, the use of mopeds and scooters is a way of life for many people, but it comes with the risk of…
High stress, scary, or traumatic situations like a car accident can take a toll on your body, especially the brain. Your body’s natural line of defense in recovering from such events is to shut down. You may be more tired than normal and you may even sleep more than usual. Hitting the snooze button may…