Posted by Tim Semelroth

After an injury, most people don’t think to themselves “Gosh, I want to go to trial.” Most plaintiffs just want a settlement that fairly compensates them for what they lost and what they’ve had to go through. That is why the vast majority of personal injury cases settle before trial. Why then does it matter …

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Posted by Ben Long

After their Iowa personal injury claim has been settled, one of the most common questions we hear from our clients is “When will I receive my settlement money?” The Settlement Check Will Not Arrive Right Away This is an understandable question. As personal injury attorneys, we understand that you have likely been waiting for compensation …

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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

If you’ve been in a motorcycle crash in Iowa, you are probably wondering if you need an Iowa motorcycle accident lawyer for your insurance or legal claim. The insurance adjuster may be telling you that you can settle this on your own, without any lawyers. (They shouldn’t be giving you legal advice –should they? But they …

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Posted by Emily Anderson

Attention! Iowa’s Workers’ Compensation laws changed July 1, 2017. This article’s information may be out of date. Visit our Workers’ Compensation Page for more information. State law regarding Iowa workers’ compensation claims is complex. Injured workers often need an attorney that specializes in work comp claims to get the settlement they deserve. For instance, in Iowa, there are …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

With winter weather finally upon us (after a thankfully mild November), winter driving can present a number of challenges because of snow, ice, or slush. Being prepared when winter weather strikes will help to avoid a crash and keep you and your passengers safe. Follow these tips to make sure you and your vehicle are …

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Posted by Ben Long

If you have been in a car crash, you may be wondering if you need an attorney.  The insurance representative is telling you it’s a good idea to settle your claim as soon as possible.  But you are still healing from your injuries, and you wonder if you should hire a car accident lawyer. Don’t …

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Posted by Corey Luedeman

If you’ve decided it’s time to apply for Social Security benefits the first step to get approved for disability benefits is to complete the Social Security Disability application. The Social Security Administration (SSA) requests a lot of information from you in this application, it’s extremely important you don’t make a mistake. This information helps the agency make …

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Posted by Farl Greene

If you have been injured because of a medical error, you may know it can be difficult to get a fair medical malpractice settlement. You are not alone. A survey found that only one in eight patients who suffered an injury even filed a medical malpractice claim. But why are medical malpractice claims so difficult …

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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

Medication is necessary for most elderly people. It can aid in dealing with pain, chronic diseases, and other issues, but nursing home abuse experts have also documented nursing homes that use medications in sinister ways, causing injury and even death. Overmedication is More Common in Nursing Homes Than You Might Have Thought Use of psychoactive …

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Posted by Emily Anderson

Decorate Safely for the Holidays Buying a real Christmas tree is a tradition for many families, but they can be fire hazards if you’re not careful.  A real tree needs to be well-hydrated and fresh right off the lot – no Charlie Brown trees, where all the needles fall off!  Once you get your tree …

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