It will typically take six weeks from the date you signed the settlement agreement to receive your car accident settlement check. If you were involved in a car accident in Texas, you are probably anxiously awaiting your settlement money. However, there are several factors that may vary the time frame in which you can expect to receive your settlement. ...
Continue ReadingSome car accidents are serious. Those who survive serious accidents are left with huge medical bills, months of lost income, and even permanent disability. These can have significant associated costs that can easily exceed an insurance policy’s settlement limits. How often do auto accident settlements exceed the policy limits? Rarely. It is highly unlikely that you will get more...
Continue ReadingWhen you get in a car accident, sometimes you suffer a personal injury. Other times, you experience total loss in the form of property damage. Typically, the property damage that you suffer is some form of damage to your car. In Texas, the person who is to blame for an accident bears the liability for the damage that the...
Continue ReadingWith the post-COVID-19 pandemic world unfolding, people are engaging in more activities and traveling more. As more cars enter the roadway, there is a higher risk of car accidents and fatalities. The Zimmerman Law Firm, P.C., fights for car accident victims throughout Texas. We treat our clients with compassion and professionalism, and respect the fact that the car accident...
Continue ReadingCommercial vehicle accidents are complicated enough, but they can be even more complicated when commercial vehicles are involved. Commercial vehicles are those driven for business purposes such as hauling cargo, making deliveries, or some other sort of transportation related to what the company does. In many cases, a commercial car accident can involve multiple parties, which may leave you...
Continue ReadingThousands of Texans traverse the Lone Star State’s vast highways and byways daily. From Austin’s vibrant streets to Galveston’s serene shores, Texas roads are bustling arteries of life and commerce. Unfortunately, a sobering reality lies beneath the daily hustle and commotion—car accidents in Texas happen far too often. Roadway safety has become a pressing concern for Texans and policymakers...
Continue ReadingHow long do you have to file a car insurance claim in Texas after an accident? That depends on the identity of the at-fault driver. If a driver hits you while performing government work, you have six months to notify the government of your claim. If the at-fault driver is a civilian, you have two years to sue for...
Continue ReadingCar accidents happen suddenly and may leave you stressed and confused throughout the state of Texas. You may consider filing a claim or even a personal injury lawsuit. But you might be wondering, should I hire a lawyer for a car accident? In many cases, yes, hiring an attorney is the best decision. However, in other situations, you may...
Continue ReadingAs a Lone Star State motorist, you have the legal right to property damages after a car accident. Understanding the types of property damage claims available can make the aftermath less stressful and ensure you recover the financial losses you’re entitled to. Below, our Waco car accident lawyers will go over those property damage claims you can claim after...
Continue ReadingWhile we do our best to avoid them, car accidents inevitably occur. No matter what precautions you take, you can’t always avoid involvement in a car accident. People are involved in car accidents every day throughout the county. In fact, according to the CDC, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of injury in the United States. Car accidents...
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