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While every car accident can be jarring, a crash occurring while you are out of state can feel especially overwhelming. Here are 4 costly mistakes that could ruin your out-of-state car crash claim: (1) Failing to Treat Your Injuries The most important thing you can do after any car accident is to treat your injuries. …

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After a serious car accident in Iowa, most of the time you’re dealing with both bodily injuries and damage to your vehicle. However, there are times when you may have been injured in a car crash but your vehicle was relatively undamaged. Do you still have a car accident case if there is no damage …

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We get hundreds of calls each year from injured Iowans who want advice on how to handle their Iowa personal injury case. One of the most common questions we get is “How much should I get for my injury?” Settling Your Case For Fair Compensation Can Be Tricky It’s likely we’ll tell you that how …

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Depending on how serious your dog bite injuries are, you may be able to receive a variety of different types of compensation. Pain and suffering. Your medical bills – this includes medical bills from the attack and any future medical treatment you may need related to the incident. Lost wages – if you had to …

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Before you decide to file a personal injury lawsuit in Iowa, you need to understand how civil claims work. Steps to Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Iowa There are many steps to a personal injury claim, but you first need to determine whether you actually have a case or not. In Iowa, the burden …

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Have you been seriously injured in a bicycle crash? The other driver’s insurance company is probably calling you, hoping they can settle your case quickly and cheaply. Before you decide to settle, here’s what you need to know: Your Job is to Be a Good Patient Your primary job after your bike crash is to …

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After you have been injured because of someone else’s fault in Iowa, you probably want to know whether you need to hire a personal injury lawyer. Do You Actually Need a Lawyer For Your Personal Injury Case? The first thing you should consider is whether you need a lawyer at all. Not every personal injury …

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Immediately after a fall accident in Iowa, there are 4 steps you need to take. 1.      Seek medical treatment for your injuries. Your number one priority after you fall is to see a doctor as soon as possible. If you are seriously injured, it’s a good idea to take an ambulance to the emergency room. …

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According to the National Fire Protection Association, most house fires occur during the winter months.  To keep you and your family safe during the holidays, follow these 5 tips: Check your smoke detectors.  Smoke detectors are getting more advanced – many of them connect to a house’s power supply – but they should still have …

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