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David A. Zipfel & Associates, LLC

Updated 2026-07-15 · 1,035 reviewed · 116 listed · Scored from 55 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(55) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Car Accident AttorneySlip and Fall / Premises LiabilityPersonal Injury Attorney
David A. Zipfel & Associates, LLC
Services
Car Accident Attorney, Slip and Fall / Premises Liability, Personal Injury Attorney
Reviews
55

What recent reviews say

David Zipfel and Donna Britschgi deliver strong results on car accident and injury cases, with clients praising their knowledge, determination, and willingness to push for fair settlements. Long-standing clients value their personal touch and thorough attention. Two outlier one-star reviews allege poor communication, unclear settlement explanations, and disrespect, though the firm contests those claims and most clients report being kept informed throughout the process.

Praised for
  • responsive, knowledgeable staff
  • aggressive case advocacy
  • strong long-term client relationships
  • clear communication and transparency
  • genuinely cares about clients
Watch-outs
  • poor communication and lack of responsiveness
  • settlement not clearly explained
  • felt dismissed and disrespected
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Best for: clients seeking long-term representation for complex accident and injury cases
Think twice if: two reviews report poor communication and murky settlement explanations, though disputes exist

Strengths

  • Four-point-eight star rating across 55 reviews
  • Attorney David Zipfel and paralegal Donna Britschgi named as principal contacts
  • Long-term client retention (20+ year relationships documented)
  • Handles complex and multi-year cases

Worth knowing

  • Attorney David Zipfel and paralegal Donna Britschgi are the named principal contacts in reviews
  • One multi-year automobile injury case took over 2 years to reach settlement
  • Firm handles workers compensation cases in addition to car accidents
  • Multiple clients report 20+ year relationships with the firm
  • Firm provides referrals to other attorneys when outside their practice areas

What reviews say by service

Car Accident Attorney
Clients praise aggressive negotiation, clear case handling, and patience through multi-year claims; one review alleges poor communication and unclear settlement explanations
Slip and Fall / Premises Liability
Limited direct review evidence; firm listed in this category
Personal Injury Attorney
Clients report strong outcomes and thorough case work; firm marketed to handle general injury and complex matters

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.63 average across the 93 car accident attorney businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 83
Review volume 76
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
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3
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2
0
1
3

Common questions

How long do cases typically take?
Timelines vary. One documented case involving a complex automobile injury claim took over two years to resolve. The firm emphasizes patience and determination to achieve results rather than rushing settlement.
Who would I work with directly?
Attorney David Zipfel and paralegal Donna Britschgi are the named principal contacts. Multiple reviews cite Donna Britschgi as the primary point of contact for case communication and updates.
What areas do you serve?
The firm's website lists service areas including Andover CT, Berlin CT, Bloomfield CT, Bolton CT, Colchester CT, East Hartford CT, East Windsor CT, and Enfield CT.
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Last updated 2026-07-15