David W. Zimmerman

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David W. Zimmerman

4.7
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 31 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Sterling Heights, MI
Practice Areas: Social Security, Workers Compensation, Car Accidents

42712 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI

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About David

Biography

Specialist in Michigan Workers Compensation Cases, Social Security Disability and Auto Accidents.

Specializing in Social Security Disability Appeals and Initial filings. I

Specializing in Michigan Workers Comp Cases and Settlements

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 40%

Social Security initial filings and appeals. If you denied SSD or SSI please call.

32 years

40%
Workers Compensation 40%

Representing injured workers in Michigan, litigation and workers comp settlements.

32 years

40%
Car Accident 20%

First and Third party auto representation. If you in an accident and injured please call today.

32 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 31 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1994

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of David W. Zimmerman

42712 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI, 48314

michigan-workers-comp-attorney.com

David W. Zimmerman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lindsay | March 20, 2021 | Social Security Disability

Best Attorney You Can Count On

Attorney Zimmerman has been a lifesaver. He handled two different cases for me. The first case was when my SSDI claim that was denied the first time. He came prepared and had all the facts when we went before the judge. I was approved right away. He is also handling my workers compensation case whic...h is extremely complex and extensive. He has stayed on top of everything for over two years. He has been very responsive, even in the evenings and on weekends. Our first consultation, he was upfront, truthful, and tells it like it is-which I appreciated. You won’t find a better attorney than him.

Posted by Jeff | June 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Workmans Comp & SSD Cases

David Zimmerman is the most genuine, compassionate person that my wife and I have met. He understands the laws and can explain things in a way that you can understand. He does not talk above you or intimidate you. You work together as a team. He takes the time to answer your questions throughout t...he entire process and the communication line is ALWAYS open. He still takes the time to answer emails from me well after winning my Workman's Comp as well as SSD cases cases!. I am truly thankful to have met him and having represent me. He is a true down to earth, family orientated person. Give him the chance and you will NOT regret it! I would highly recommend him. No regrets here, extremely satisfied!!

Posted by Bryan | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Ssdi Benefits

I contacted Mr. Zimmerman after I received a notice of my hearing and my current attorney informed me that 30 days was not enough time to prepare for my case and told me good luck finding someone to take it. Well, after contacting Mr Zimmerman, not only did he accepted my case, he properly prepared ...for my hearing, was excellent in communication, returning calls and communicating with my doctors for the information, he won my case in what seemed to be a short time. Throughout the entire process, he took to time to actually listen to me, understand my situation and showed complete compassion and understanding on both a personal and professional level. I would recommend him to anyone seeking an attorney who needs someone to put the time, effort, and who actually listens to a client instead of looking at you as a number, dollars or otherwise. I'd rate him a 10 easy if they had the scale.

Posted by Edward | May 05, 2015

One happy customer!!!!

Mr Zimmerman was extremely knowledgable of the law. He went above and beyond our expectations. I have referred multiple friends and family to his Law Office. They too have shared with me how happy they where with Mr Zimmermans professionalism.

Posted by Robert | October 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Not as good as what others say in all cases

This fellow took my case with the full knowledge that I had lived in Canada when I was filing my SSDI claim in 2018. I was fully qualified and eventually was awarded my SSDI but not before he decided to withdraw literally days before my hearing telling me I was ineligible for SSDI. All of this despit...e my own efforts in securing the hearing and assurances from the SSA that a hearing wouldn't have been granted if I were ineligible based on qualifications surrounding residency or work time requirements from the SSA's OEIO. Essentially the guy waited until late in the 4th quarter and then decided to quit because he lacked the knowledge to handle the case. Then he gave me inaccurate, literally completely incorrect wrong information stating empirically I was ineligible when I pleaded with him to just show up for the hearing since it was too late to get new representation. He essentially told me that would be a waste of his and my time to do so. A decent person who had lead me on and come to this conclusion even inaccurately would have bit the bullet and invested the few hours and lost, but not David, he clearly was too important, but as it turned out this floundering dime store lawyer was seeming so inept that my own research was better and I indeed was not only qualified but won my case with the help of another attorney who managed to get my hearing postponed and won the case. All in all, the being wrong, given the complexities of my situation would be understandable. The problem is he knew them from day one and sat on my case for months and only looked at it a few days before my hearing and then told me to go pound salt. Which is unforgivable. A told bush league move. If I could have I'd have sued him, but we all know how that works with fellow lawyers. Just remember good old Dave couldn't waste an hour or two, total bum if you ask me.

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David W. Zimmerman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Graving

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for twenty years. He has excellent legal skills and experience. He cares about his clients."

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David Klein

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Danial Hebert

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.I would hire this lawyer to represent me"

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Dan Zolkowski

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is an outstanding lawyer who zealously represents his clients."

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William Biebuyck

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have found David Zimmerman to be very honest and compassionate, very strong advocate for his clients. Definately thought of as a top workers' compensation attorney by his peers and judges alike, well respected for his hard work. I have trusted David Zimmerman in numerous legal circumstances, and have always trusted his judgement based on his wealth of experience. I would highly recommend him without a doubt."

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Gregory Sweda

Workers compensation lawyer

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Russell Elder

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Coach of the year, BWAC

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of David Zimmerman

1994 - 2000

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Robert Macy

Associations

2000 - Present

Macomb County Bar Foundation

Member

2000 - Present

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

1994 - Present

Michigan Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2007

Macomb County Bar Association

Chair, Committee on Lawyers in Transition

Sample of Legal Cases

McVicker v Costco

won

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Education

1994

University of Detroit

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

Workers' Compensation Education Authority

Workers' Compensation

2014

Workers' Compensation Education Authority

Workers' Compensation

2006

Closed Head Injury Group

Social Security Disability

Publications

2016

Appellate Practice Journal (ABA) McVicker vs. Costco

2014

Web blog The Law Offices of David Zimmerman

Languages

Arabic

Spanish

Serbo-Croatian

Activity

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