Posted by Tim Semelroth

Any attorney licensed to practice law in the state of Iowa is technically allowed to file a truck accident crash claim, but that doesn’t mean they will get you the compensation you deserve. Semi crash claims are different than “regular” car accident cases in a variety of ways. Here are 3 ways to know the …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

If you have been seriously injured in an Iowa car crash, it’s understandable that your first instinct is not to immediately call an attorney. You likely have more important things on your mind, like getting medical attention for your injuries.  There should come a time, however, when you must decide whether contacting an attorney would be …

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If you have been in a car accident in Iowa, you probably have more important things on your mind than getting a car accident case started. Getting treatment for your injuries should be the first thing and most important thing you should worry about. But you need to be aware that you have a limited …

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After a car accident in Iowa, you will usually be contacted by a representative from the other driver’s insurance company. This representative may try to establish a bond with you, pretending they care about how you’re feeling. Throughout the years, we have seen a lot of these tricks by these adjusters to try and make sure …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

Have you just been in a serious car accident?  You may be wondering what you need to do next.  You’ve heard that insurance companies will try to pay you less than you deserve or deny your claim altogether. It’s true that the Insurance companies are bullies. After you get into an accident, the insurance company …

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If you have been injured in an Iowa truck crash, the trucking company or its insurance company may suggest you can settle your claim on your own. If your injuries are serious this is typically a costly mistake. A trucking accident case is much more complex than a car accident claim, and if you try …

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It is never fair when a loved one is taken from you because of someone else’s mistake. It is natural to focus on grieving rather than holding the wrongdoer accountable.  At some point, however, someone may suggest that you may be entitled to a settlement because of your loved one’s death. How can you know …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

After your Iowa car accident, you may have suffered serious and debilitating injuries.  These injuries may have meant that you could no longer work or could no longer do the same job you did before the crash.  This could result in a lower-paying job or no job at all. In an ideal world, the other …

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Trying to understand your insurance coverage after a serious car accident in Iowa can be a daunting task. You may be asking yourself what your auto insurance covers and what your next steps are. The best way to understand what your insurance will cover is to review your policy.  You will need to view your …

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Have you been seriously hurt in a car accident in Iowa? You are probably worrying about how to get your medical bills paid. Insurance companies are often slow to pay victims, but one way to speed up the process is by obtaining the police report of your accident as soon as possible. Using this report, an …

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