Motorcyclists in Florida make up just three percent of all registered vehicles. They account for under one percent of vehicle miles traveled on roads in the Sunshine State, and in the past five years, just two percent of accidents involved a motorcycle. While the statistics may seem promising, the issue is that motorcycle fatalities account for…
Many personal injury accidents in Florida involve victims suffering burn injuries. At the very least, these injuries cause irritation, swelling, redness, and blisters. However, they are often much more severe, causing damage to the muscles, bones, and skin. Sometimes, they can cause permanent disfigurement and scarring. If you have experienced a burn injury because of someone else’s…
If you are involved in an accident in Florida, you must show your injury is permanent to receive compensation for pain and suffering. If you break your leg, it is usually easier to prove there is a permanent injury than if you suffered a soft tissue injury. That’s because most juries will believe that fractures…
Serious car accidents occur across the country every day. While there are several causes of these, one of the most common is speeding. Federal and state transportation departments are constantly conducting studies and researching the causes of traffic accidents. Knowing why they occur will help put measures in place to prevent these accidents and help…
Car accident attorneys at Zimmet & Zimmet have provided legal services for victims of car accidents caused by speeding for several decades. Unfortunately, speeding-related car accidents are still prevalent in the state, leading to thousands of fatalities and even more injuries every year. We understand Florida speeding laws and can work to help you recover the compensation…
Slip and fall accidents are common occurrence, but they can be very dangerous. Many people don’t realize the seriousness of these accidents, which is why it’s important to know the risks involved. In this blog post, we’ll discuss why slip and fall accidents can be so dangerous and what you can do to stay safe….
Daytona personal injury lawyers from Zimmet & Zimmet see hundreds of people who have visited the Sunshine State with hopes of fun and excitement, only to wind up with an injury due to someone’s negligence at a hotel or resort. Not only is this disappointing for a trip you may have planned for months, but…
It may be more emotionally challenging to get compensation if you were hurt at a friend’s residence. But you must keep in mind that you are not suing your friend for personal injuries. Instead, you are suing their insurance. And you must do this in order to cover your medical expenses and receive compensation for…
Motorcycle accident attorneys from Zimmet & Zimmet understand how challenging it can be to overcome the injuries and bills associated with a motorcycle accident. However, if another driver’s fault or negligence caused the incident, you may be able to recover compensation. The fact is motorcycles are a common sight on Daytona Beach roadways. While Bike Week…
Florida is undoubtedly a golf cart state. This is mostly attributable to the yearly influx of tourists, many of whom are retired. They want to venture out and take advantage of everything that Florida has to offer, but they also don’t want to do it while operating a full-sized car. For many, golf carts are…