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Common Problems in Iowa Nursing Homes

Problem No. 1: Poor Recordkeeping Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are governed by regulations designed to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents. Following these regulations requires careful attention to detail. This attention to detail is important because a typical nursing home is filled with residents who require special care and individual attention. …

One Obvious Workers’ Compensation Mistake to Avoid

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 This article’s information may be out of date.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. Remember that Your Doctor May Be Able to Help You Get a Better Settlement You might find this hard to believe, but when some people are getting treatment for their work injury, they …

Iowa Workers’ Compensation Tips: Maximize Your Settlements Instead of Shrinking Them

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 This article’s information may be out of date.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. Do not let Medicare take a bite out of your Iowa workers’ compensation settlement. Medicare may not pay for medical treatment if it believes that an injured worker has already received money …

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Settlement & Your Health Insurance Company: An Important Warning

If You Are Not Careful, Your Health Insurance May Seize Money You Receive in a Car Accident Settlement If a health insurance company paid for any part of your crash-related medical expenses, you must use caution when settling your car accident claim. It is possible for your health insurance to take your money after a …

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Reasons Why Most Iowa Medical Malpractice Victims Are Never Compensated

REASON #1: Most Families of Deceased Patients Do Not Request Autopsies In an Iowa medical malpractice case, the person suing must prove that a medical professional’s error was a cause of a patient’s injury or death. In cases where the patient dies because of the medical error, cause of death is often best proved by …

Common Mistakes After a Work Injury in Iowa

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 This article’s information may be out of date.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. MISTAKE #1: Losing Your Right to Iowa Workers’ Compensation Benefits Because You Missed an Important Legal Deadline The most costly error you can make as an injured worker in Iowa is failing …

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What to Do If You Suspect the Nursing Home is Causing Harm

No. 1: Promptly investigate all “preventable injuries” to nursing home residents The following is a list of common injuries to nursing home residents that are often caused by neglect or abuse.  These injuries can usually be prevented by appropriate nursing home administration and care: Falls causing broken bones or head injuries Burns Strangulations Sexual abuse Decubitus …

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