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While Iowa nursing home residents have the right to move freely in their nursing home, sometimes extra precautions need to be taken to keep them safe.  Often, residents have underlying health issues that make wandering more likely. Why Do Nursing Home Residents Wander? There are a variety of reasons that your loved one may wander.  …

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Falls at Iowa nursing homes are an all-too-common occurrence and might be the result of negligence by the nursing home or its staff.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one out of five falls results in a serious injury.  If your loved one has been injured in a fall at a nursing home, …

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After a motorcycle accident in Iowa, the other driver’s insurance company will probably reach out fairly quickly to settle your case. They don’t want to be on the hook for your accident-related medical bills any longer than necessary. You know the right decision at this point is to hire a motorcycle accident attorney to represent you. But …

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Nursing home neglect can sometimes be difficult to detect. After all, many residents in Iowa nursing homes suffer from bed sores. Is it a normal, but unfortunate, side effect of being in a facility, or is it an indication of nursing home neglect? What Are Bed Sores? Bed sores, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus …

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After a serious motorcycle accident in Iowa, a motorcycle accident attorney understands that getting a fair settlement won’t be easy. There are a number of factors that are different about motorcycle crashes that need to be considered before you decide to settle your claim. Don’t Lose Your Settlement Money on Future Medical Bills First, most …

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Do you suspect that your loved one is a victim of Iowa nursing home abuse or neglect? If you believe a nursing home resident is being mistreated, there are some things you can do to protect them. Recognize the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect It’s important you know what the signs of abuse or …

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After you’ve been in an Iowa motorcycle accident, you may be looking to get your bike fixed as soon as possible. However, it isn’t always a good idea to do so. Here’s what you need to know before you decide to fix your motorcycle. Photos to Take Before Your Iowa Motorcycle Accident It’s a good …

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Congratulations to Tim Semelroth, who has been awarded the Avvo.com Clients’ Choice Award for 2017!  This is the second year in a row that Tim has won this award. Avvo is an online hub of legal information, attorney profiles, and client reviews.  With over 8 million monthly visits, Avvo is a great platform for anyone looking for …

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Traumatic brain injuries caused by a motorcycle accident aren’t top of mind for most riders. Most of us are just thinking about how much fun it can be to hop on a bike and get on the road. Unfortunately, motorcycle crashes can ruin anyone’s day on the road. Motorcycle riders are far more likely to …

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If your loved one is suddenly looking more thin or frail, this can be a cause of concern. Nursing home residents who lose a significant amount of weight can be at higher risk for further decline. Before you can halt the weight loss in your loved one, you need to understand the reason it is …

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