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In July 2017, Iowa legislators made drastic changes to Iowa’s workers’ compensation laws.  One of the most drastic changes made was how shoulder injuries were compensated. In Iowa work comp law, there are two main types of work injuries: “scheduled member” injuries and “body as a whole” injuries. Scheduled Member Work Injuries Scheduled member injuries are …

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Did you have a work injury that was immediately followed by a positive drug or alcohol test? If so, the work comp insurance may deny your Iowa workers’ compensation claim. Iowa Workers’ Compensation Law Changes Affect Drug Testing In 2017, the Iowa legislature voted in sweeping changes to the Iowa workers’ compensation system.  One change they made …

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Iowa workers’ compensation rules can be overwhelming.  One of the biggest challenges injured workers face after being hurt on the job is understanding work comp language.  There seems to be an acronym for everything. Here is a quick reference guide to Iowa workers’ compensation lingo, so you’re not left in the dark: IME: Independent Medical Examination. …

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During the 2017 legislative session, some of Iowa’s lawmakers voted in new changes to Iowa’s Worker’s Compensation laws.  These changes were aimed to protect insurance companies and large, self-insured corporations by cutting benefits to injured workers. Some of the changes to the law are not clear and will need to be interpreted by judges.  Iowa’s …

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Are you worse off either physically or financially after you’ve resolved your Iowa workers’ compensation claim?  You might be wondering if you can reopen your claim and ask for additional permanent disability benefits. It could be possible, but you should consider these three questions first: Has Your Physical or Financial Condition Worsened Because of Your …

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It’s disheartening when injured Iowans come into my office and they are either past the deadline for filing a workers’ compensation claim or they have already settled their work comp case and are unhappy with the result. If you have truly settled your workers’ compensation claim, it’s very difficult to “un-do.”  But often, injured workers think they …

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It happens to everyone at some point – your eyes get heavy, your brain won’t focus, and you can’t stop yawning.  You’re tired at work. Fatigue at work can be a real issue.  According to the National Safety Council, being awake for more than 20 hours is the equivalent of being legally drunk.  This can …

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Have you recently suffered a work injury in Iowa?  Your employer may have told you that you need to use vacation time or FMLA while you are off work recovering from your injuries.  But is this actually true? Using FMLA after an Iowa Work Injury The short answer is “probably.”  The Family Medical Leave Act, …

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There are a variety of Iowa workers’ compensation benefits you could receive while recovering from a traumatic brain injury after a work accident. Additionally, it’s important to understand what a traumatic brain injury looks like and what to do after suffering a brain injury while at work. What to Do After Suffering a Traumatic Brain …

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Vacation is something everyone looks forward to.  You may have been getting ready for some time off then suddenly you get hurt at work. So is it still a good idea to take your vacation? Taking your Vacation After Being Injured at Work Whether or not you should take your vacation after being hurt on the …

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