News & Publications

Zimmer Kunz Results January 6, 2023

ZK Results – Attorneys Ryan A. Zeli and Brian M. Lucot obtain Dismissal for Industrial Food & Beverage Manufacturer and Supplier in Ohio Lawsuit

Zimmer Kunz recently represented an Industrial Food & Beverage Manufacturer and Supplier (Supplier) that was joined to a civil litigation action in July 2022, in Tuscarawas County, Ohio.  The lawsuit focused on the Plaintiff’s accident and injuries in a supermarket, which occurred on August 7, 2019.  Upon being joined, on behalf of Supplier, Zimmer Kunz […]

Zimmer Kunz Results December 20, 2022

ZK Results – Attorney John W. Zotter Obtains Dismissal for Window Manufacturing Plant

In a lawsuit filed in the Court of Common Pleas of Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, it was alleged that a window manufacturing plant in an industrial park caused excessive stormwater to flow from its property onto a neighboring property.  Among other damages, it was alleged that the stormwater runoff would cause an accumulation of stagnant water […]

Pennsylvania Updates December 20, 2022

PA Update – Commonwealth vs. Jackson, 2022 Pa. Super 156 (Pa. Super. September 13, 2022)

Under Pennsylvania Rule of Evidence 901, the proponent of digital evidence must produce sufficient evidence to support a finding that a particular person or entity was the author.  The proponent is not required to prove no one else could be the author.  A recent criminal court case is providing law which could become pertinent and […]

Zimmer Kunz News December 12, 2022

ZK News – Four ZK Attorneys Participate in National Kidney Foundation’s Monopoly Tournament

On September 15, 2022, four Zimmer Kunz attorneys, Ryan Zeli, Aaron Weiss, Zach Evans, and Jennifer Suder attended the National Kidney Foundation’s Corporate Monopoly Tournament at Pittsburgh Rivers Casino. This annual event is organized to raise awareness and funds for the National Kidney Foundation. Together with more than 175 guests, the event raised more than […]

Zimmer Kunz News December 12, 2022

ZK News – Attorney Aaron Weiss Joins the Weekly Re-Cap Podcast to Speak about Brewery Law

On November 1, 2022 attorney Aaron Weiss sat down with Nick Adams on his podcast the Weekly Re-Cap to speak about brewery law. The Weekly Re-Cap is a podcast where husband and wife duo Nick and Sara Adams discuss craft beer, beer trends, and beer culture while drinking and reviewing events, brews, and articles from […]

Zimmer Kunz News November 10, 2022

ZK News – George Stewart Presents at Harmonie Group London Event

On November 2,2022, George Stewart provided a presentation to attendees from the London insurance market at a Harmonie Group seminar hosted by the Browne Jacobsen firm at its London office, located in the heart of the financial district near the iconic Lloyd’s Building and historic Leadenhall Market. George spoke on the topic of the impacts […]

Zimmer Kunz News November 9, 2022

ZK News – ZK Lawyers Present PA and WV Asbestos Litigation Seminar

Attorneys from Zimmer Kunz traveled to Maryland on October 26, 2022 to present a seminar covering current issues and emerging topics in Pennsylvania and West Virginia asbestos litigation. The seminar, available for continuing education credits in a handful of states, focused on the life of an asbestos case in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Zimmer Kunz […]

Zimmer Kunz Results November 4, 2022

ZK Results – Summary Judgment Win Affirmed by West Virginia Supreme Court in Legal Malpractice Action

The West Virginia Supreme Court recently upheld the granting of summary judgment to Attorney Sharon Hall’s client in a legal malpractice action.  The Court ruled that judicial error, not the Defendant attorney’s actions, caused the Plaintiff’s damages.   Plaintiff had engaged the Defendant to represent her in a fraud action arising from a paternity dispute.  When […]

Zimmer Kunz Results November 3, 2022

ZK Results – Attorney Aaron Weiss Obtains Defense Win in Auto Accident Federal Jury Trial

(Western District, PA) (October 2022). After a three day federal civil jury trial in the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, Zimmer Kunz attorney Aaron Weiss obtained a defense result on behalf of the defendant insurance carrier in an Underinsured Motorist Case. Plaintiff (age 25) claimed she was injured after the […]

Pennsylvania Updates October 17, 2022

PA Update – New Mediation Rule in Allegheny County

This new local rule will be enforced next year.  Possibly as early as the May 2023 trial term. Local Rule 212.7 Mandatory Mediation. (1) All parties shall participate in a formal mediation process no later than 45 days prior to commencement of the assigned trial term, as published in the Pittsburgh Legal Journal pursuant to […]

Zimmer Kunz News August 25, 2022

ZK News – Attorney Aaron Weiss Speaking on Brewery Law at Upcoming National Business Institute CLE

Attorney Aaron Weiss will be speaking about brewery law at the National Business Institute’s upcoming course, “Brewery and Distillery Law in Pennsylvania” on Tuesday, November 01, 2022. Aaron’s topic will be “Fermentation and Litigation” and will cover the areas of litigation that can impact alcohol clients. The course will be virtual and can be viewed […]

Pennsylvania Updates August 25, 2022

PA Update – Right to Remain Silent in the Face of Civil Litigation Upheld in Lycoming County Trial Court

Judge Lindhardt of the Lycoming County Trial Court addressed circumstances under which a civil litigant may assert their Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination at a deposition in Sweet v. The City of Williamsport, No. 20-CV-00512 (C.P. Lyc. Co. June 27, 2022 Linhardt, J.). The case arose out of a fatal motor vehicle accident in which […]

Uncategorized August 22, 2022

ZK News – Congratulations to our Best Lawyers®

Zimmer Kunz is pleased to announce that 4 of our attorneys have been named 2023 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® For more than 40 years, Best Lawyers has been regarded—by both the profession and the public—as the most credible measure of legal integrity and distinction in the United States. As such, recognition by Best Lawyers […]

Zimmer Kunz News August 19, 2022

ZK News – Zimmer Kunz Sponsors Barrel & Flow and Pours its Collaboration Beer at Festival

This year Zimmer Kunz continued its sponsorship of Barrel & Flow, a craft beer festival to promote craft beer among diverse communities, specifically the African American community. As part of the event, ZK collaborated with Anthony “Sizzle” Perry and his team at Crafted Culture in Columbus, Ohio to brew a Helles Lager called “Who the Helles Zimmer Kunz?” […]

Zimmer Kunz News August 15, 2022

ZK News – Zimmer Kunz Joins Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition

Zimmer Kunz is proud to be a new member of the Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition.  The mission of the Coalition is to promote regional economic growth by assisting employers in the Pittsburgh area to increase the hiring, retention and inclusion of legal professionals.  The Coalition is committed to working collaboratively with its members […]

Zimmer Kunz News August 15, 2022

ZK News – Shareholder Dan Krauth Named Faculty Member for 48th Annual IADC Trial Academy

Shareholder Dan Krauth was honored to be named as a faculty member, and team captain, for the 48th Annual IADC Trial Academy, which concluded August 5th, 2022, at Stanford University.  The seven day immersive workshop is one of the most prestigious trial academies in the world, and lawyer-students come from the U.S. and all over […]

Pennsylvania Updates July 7, 2022

PA Update – PA Commonwealth Court holds that Act 111 provisions granting employers credit for previously paid benefit weeks do not violate PA Constitution

The Commonwealth Court in a Memorandum Opinion Issued on May 25, 2022 by President Judge Jubelirer found Act 111 provisions granting employers credit for previously paid benefit weeks does not violate either due process or due course of law principles.  In addition, the Court held that by reenacting the IRE process, Act 111 did not […]

Zimmer Kunz News June 28, 2022

ZK News – Attorney Aaron Weiss Presents on Brewery Law at National Homebrew Convention in Pittsburgh, PA

On Friday, June 24, 2022 attorney Aaron Weiss spoke about brewery law at the American Homebrewers Association’s National Homebrew Convention, which was held here in Pittsburgh, PA. Aaron’s topic was titled “Brewery Law for Beginners” and provided an overview of the law to teach attendees about the legal issues they should consider and be prepared […]

Uncategorized June 24, 2022

ZK News – Attorney Aaron Weiss Speaking on Brewery Law at Upcoming National Homebrew Convention in Pittsburgh, PA

Attorney Aaron Weiss will be speaking about brewery law at the upcoming National Homebrew Convention on Friday, June 24, 2022. Aaron’s topic is titled “Brewery Law for Beginners” and will provide an overview of the law to teach attendees about the legal issues they should consider and be prepared for when making the leap to […]

Zimmer Kunz Results May 17, 2022

ZK Results – Attorneys Joni Mangino, Aaron Weiss, and Zach Evans Obtain Dismissal of Untimely Lawsuit filed Against Dentist

(Butler County, PA) (April 2022). Zimmer Kunz attorneys Joni Mangino, Aaron Weiss, and Zach Evans recently obtained the dismissal of a lawsuit filed against a dentist by two former patients. The lawsuit was initially commenced by a Writ of Summons and claimed injuries for medical malpractice. However, once the Complaint was filed it alleged only […]

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