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If you have questions about whether to pursue an Iowa wrongful death claim, it is always best to consult with an experienced wrongful death attorney. Why? The death of a loved one is heartbreaking. It can be even more difficult to face when you suspect your loved one died because of another’s fault. Sometimes it’s …

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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 This article’s information may be out of date.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. Getting Iowa workers’ compensation benefits for a back injury suffered on the job can be difficult.  Determining the types of benefits you are entitled to can be a challenge.  Add on the …

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If you file an Iowa personal injury lawsuit, be aware that you will have to share a certain amount of private information with your own personal injury lawyer as well as with the other side. Let’s talk about why that must happen. Filing a Lawsuit Means Giving Up Some Privacy Filing a personal injury lawsuit …

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After an injury, most people don’t think to themselves “Gosh, I want to go to trial.” Most plaintiffs just want a settlement that fairly compensates them for what they lost and what they’ve had to go through. That is why the vast majority of personal injury cases settle before trial. Why then does it matter …

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With winter weather finally upon us (after a thankfully mild November), winter driving can present a number of challenges because of snow, ice, or slush. Being prepared when winter weather strikes will help to avoid a crash and keep you and your passengers safe. Follow these tips to make sure you and your vehicle are …

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If you have been in a car crash where the other driver was at fault, you may think that the other driver’s insurance company must immediately start paying your medical bills. Unfortunately, this is not true. The other driver’s insurance company does not legally have to pay any of the accident victim’s medical bills until …

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Every year, hundreds of people in Iowa are killed in car crashes.  In 2015 alone, 320 people were killed on Iowa roads.  While a list of the main causes of these car accidents contains no surprises to experienced drivers, it serves as an important reminder to everyone who gets behind the wheel. If you have …

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If you were injured in a crash with a semi-truck, you probably thought your own insurance company was on your side.  After all, you pay your insurance premiums on time every month.  You bought into the insurance industry advertising saying they will be there for you during your time of need.  Unfortunately, this isn’t always …

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