Posted by Corey Luedeman

Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be a complex and often lengthy process. Unfortunately, many applicants face the disappointment of having their social security claim denied. Understanding the reasons behind these denials is crucial for navigating the SSD system effectively. 1. Lack of Sufficient Medical Evidence One common reason for SSD claim denials …

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Posted by Dillon Besser

If you’ve been injured at work in Iowa and are pursuing a workers’ compensation claim, you might wonder how much your workers comp settlement will be worth. Several key factors come into play when determining the value of your workers’ compensation settlement. Understanding these factors can help you have realistic expectations and obtain a fair …

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Posted by Farl Greene

Chiropractic treatment is a form of alternative health care that uses manual therapy to alleviate pain, discomfort, and other symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders. Despite adequate training and licensing, there are cases of Chiropractor medical malpractice. While chiropractors undergo extensive training and education to become licensed practitioners, they are not immune to making mistakes. Chiropractic malpractice …

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Posted by Laura Schultes

If you believe your Iowa job is retaliating against you, you might feel angry, humiliated, or hurt. Retaliation can come in many forms at the workplace, so it’s important to know how Iowa law defines it. What is workplace retaliation? Workplace retaliation in Iowa is when an employer acts against you in a negative way …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

Congratulations to RSH Legal workers’ compensation attorney Dillon Besser on his induction as Iowa Young Lawyers Division President for 2023-2024! The Young Lawyers Division is an active part of the Iowa State Bar Association. Members of the Bar under 36 years of age and those older than 36 who have practiced law in Iowa for …

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Posted by Corey Luedeman

The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a government program that offers financial assistance to disabled individuals with limited income and resources. There are only certain people who can receive SSI benefits. 1. Eligibility Based on Disability: To be eligible for SSI benefits, individuals must have a qualifying disability. The SSA defines …

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Posted by Emily Anderson

A wrongful death can result from improper nursing home care, medical negligence, or in a car crash.  No matter how your loved one died, the litigation process can take time. While a lawsuit may be the last thing on your mind when you’re dealing with an unexpected death, you may have questions about the Iowa …

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Posted by Farl Greene

2 / 2 You might get a call from the other party’s car insurance adjuster if you’ve suffered injuries in an Iowa car accident. Before you decide whether or not to speak with them, you need to know how to protect your rights. What’s most important to realize is that the insurance adjuster works for …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

Congratulations to RSH Legal employment law attorneys Tom Foley and Laura Schultes, who settled the lawsuits of our clients for $1.7 million. Our clients, three former South Tama County Community School District employees, filed separate age discrimination lawsuits against the district. These lawsuits were related to their termination. The three cases against the school district …

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Posted by Laura Schultes

What constitutes wrongful termination in Iowa? Do you believe you have been unlawfully fired from your job in Iowa? If so you, likely feel angry or upset and want to know how to hold your former employer accountable. Here are 3 ways you can get justice: 1.      Taking legal action sooner rather than later. There …

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