What are the steps for contesting a will in South Dakota?

A will contest is a complicated process. Contact a Sioux Falls will contest lawyer at Zimmer, Duncan & Cole for help and to order our FREE book.

A First Offense DUI Conviction in South Dakota Carries Hefty Penalties

Conviction of a South Dakota first offense DUI will impact your life. Contact a South Dakota DUI lawyer at Zimmer, Duncan & Cole, we’ll fight for your rights.

How a DUI Conviction Can Land You in Jail in South Dakota

Jail time for a DUI is almost certain in South Dakota. Contact an experienced South Dakota DUI attorney at Zimmer, Duncan & Cole before it’s too late.

How to Search For a Will in South Dakota

Need to contest a will as a beneficiary? Contact a South Dakota will contest attorneys at Zimmer, Duncan & Cole to learn your rights and order our FREE book.

South Dakota Truckers Lose CDL License if Driving Under the Influence

Contact a South Dakota personal injury attorney at Zimmer, Duncan & Cole and order the FREE book if you have been in a crash with a trucker charged with a DUI.

Charged with a Second Offense DUI in South Dakota? We Can Help.

Charged with a second offense DUI in South Dakota? Speak with an experienced South Dakota DUI lawyer at Zimmer, Duncan & Cole for immediate legal help.

Were you in a motorcycle accident at Sturgis? You need a lawyer.

If you were involved in a motorcycle accident at the recent Sturgis Rally, contact the South Dakota motorcycle attorneys at Zimmer, Duncan & Cole.

Mistakes to Avoid When Driving Around Commercial Trucks

Here are four things to avoid when driving around large trucks on South Dakota’s highways. If you have been injured in a truck accident, call us today.

Bicyclists Suing Cities for Not Providing Safe Paths and Roadways

Cities are being sued for not providing safe roadways for bicyclists. Call Zimmer, Duncan & Cole if you have been in a bicycle accident.

Recovering Compensation for Sioux Falls Motorcycle Crash Injuries

Are you eligible to recover damages after sustaining a serious injury in a South Dakota motorcycle accident? Our lawyers can fill you in. Call us today.

Statistics Show Helmets Save Lives in South Dakota Bicycle Accidents

Statistics show that bicycle accidents are dangerous and that a helmet can decrease your chances of serious injury or death. Always wear your helmet!

How to Prevent South Dakota Pedestrian Accidents

Injured in a pedestrian accident when you had the right of way? Call our South Dakota personal injury lawyers to file an injury claim against the driver today.

Find a Lawyer after a SD Bicycle Accident with a Negligent Driver

Here are the things you should look for when making the all-important decision of choosing who will represent you in a bicycle accident injury case.

South Dakota Bicycle Accidents Involving Children: Common & Dangerous

Bicycle accidents involving children can have long-lasting emotional and physical consequences for all involved. Call us today to learn more about your rights.

Three Types of Road Burn from South Dakota Motorcycle Wrecks

Have road burn or road rash after a SD motorcycle wreck? It is likely one of these three types. Read on to learn more, and call us today for representation.

Who is at fault for South Dakota pedestrian accidents?

If you or a loved one was injured in a pedestrian accident by a negligent driver, call us TODAY. You may be eligible to recover financial compensation.

South Dakota bicycle accidents can cause life-changing injuries.

If you have sustained one of these injuries in a bike accident caused by someone else, call our experienced attorneys today to learn about your legal rights.

Important Safety Tips to Help Avoid South Dakota Motorcycle Wrecks

Follow these important motorcycle riding safety tips to minimize the chances of being seriously injured in a wreck. Call us today to learn more.

Be Wary of Insurance Companies after Your South Dakota Car Accident

Do not trust the insurance companies. If you want to recover the maximum amount of damages possible after your South Dakota car wreck with a negligent driver, call us today at (877) 789-5238.

The Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) May Take Awhile to Develop after South Dakota Car Accidents

The effects of a TBI, which are permanent and often very severe, include loss of speech or language capabilities, physical or mental disabilities, and loss of memory or emotional capabilities. Contact us today to learn more about your legal rights after a crash with a negligent driver. Call (888) 789-5238.

What are the most common causes of South Dakota truck accidents?

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in a South Dakota truck accident caused by a negligent driver, then you may be able to receive financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing care, missed time at work, and more. Call Zimmer, Duncan & Cole at (888) 789-5238 for more information.

Make Sure Your Daycare Provider Has Business Insurance

Make sure your daycare provider has proper insurance. If the provider only has basic homeowner's coverage, and no business coverage, the provider's insurance provider will not pay for any damages that may result from an injury to your child.

Happy Father's Day

Thanks, Dads!!

THE EVICTION PROCESS

A basic summary of the eviction process in South Dakota - Commercial, Ag, and Residential

Celebrating Our Independence - July 4th

There will be no shortage of grand celebrations today, July 4th.  And for good reason.  Even back in July of 1776, John Adams, in a letter to his wife, predicted that the signing of the Declaration of Independence would "be celebrated, by succeeding generations, as the great anniversary festival."  However, Adams thought July 2nd would be the "big day", because that was when the Continental Congress voted for independence....in the typical style of politicians, it took two full days of debating to hammer out the details.  Finally, on July 4th, the document was released to the public.  And the rest, of course, is history.

Although it's not nearly as festive as fireworks, every year I download a copy of the Declaration of Independence and read it.  The famous line we all recognize is "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

The passages that follow, however, often get forgotten, and for me they are a pleasant reminder about how my career as a lawyer is connected to the struggle for freedom they started so long ago.  Part of the tyranny of King George involved his repeated attempts to limit the power of the courts, and also "For depriving us in many cases, of the benefits of Trial by Jury". 

After their long battle for independence, the Colonists eventually established an independent court system, along with the right of everyone to a jury trial for criminal and civil cases...in other words, protection for everyone whose life, liberty, or property was at risk.  For me, it is an honor to serve as an attorney, because we are vehicles for helping carry out the intent of that ancient document, one client at a time, and, when necessary, one jury trial at a time.

As part of your celebration today, I invite you take a few quiet minutes and read the text that started our revolution for freedom.  Happy Independence Day.