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ArticleArticleHow to Get a Copy of the Police Report After an Iowa Car Accident
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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What Fees Can an Iowa Car Accident Victim Expect?
If you have been in a car crash in Iowa and need to hire an experienced Iowa personal injury attorney, your first question might be, “How much is this going to cost?” Iowa Car Accident Lawyers Generally Work On Contingency – You Pay Nothing Unless Your Lawyer Recovers Money for Your Losses Many attorneys charge […]
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What is a Fair Settlement for an Iowa Car Accident?
If you have been injured in a car accident in Iowa, and there is no question that the other driver was at fault, the other driver’s insurance company will likely push you to settle your case quickly. There are a few things you should consider before settling your Iowa car crash case: Every Iowa Car […]
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What is the Statute Of Limitations and What Does It Mean for My Iowa Personal Injury Case?
You may have heard the term “statute of limitations” before, but do you know what the term actually means? Let’s talk about what the civil statute of limitations is in Iowa and what it means for your personal injury case. The Statute of Limitations in Iowa Civil Cases The “statute of limitations” refers to the […]
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Passenger Rights After an Iowa Car Accident
If you were a passenger during a car crash, and you were injured, you may not know what to do next. Let’s discuss your rights and what you need to know: Getting Your Bills Paid After the Car Crash You must determine who was at fault for the accident. If the person driving the car […]
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Can I Be Reimbursed for Lost Earnings in My Iowa Car Accident Case?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Iowa, your injuries may prevent you from working. If so, then you may be eligible to claim lost earnings in your Iowa car accident case. What Are Lost Earnings? The definition of “lost earnings” is the money that you lost because you were not able to […]
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ArticleArticleWhat is Pain and Suffering and How Does it Affect Your Iowa Personal Injury Case?
It is common for people to wonder if they will be compensated for the pain they were forced to endure because of an injury. In most situations, if the injury was caused by the fault of someone else, the answer is yes. “Pain and suffering” is a category of damage recognized by Iowa law. What […]
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Soft-Tissue Injuries and Your Iowa Car Accident Claim
Have you recently been in a car crash in Iowa? If you sought medical attention and you are in pain, a doctor typically first checks to see if you have any broken bones. If you don’t have broken bones and your pain persists, the next step is to see whether you have herniated any disks […]
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Why Rating Your Pain Matters for Your Iowa Personal Injury Claim
In the state of Iowa, you are entitled to compensation for pain and suffering for your personal injury claim. This means that if you were injured because of someone else’s fault, and that injury caused you pain, you can receive monetary compensation. Insurance companies won’t take you at your word that your injury caused you […]
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5 Tips For Safe Dawn and Dusk Driving
Both dawn and dusk are some of the most dangerous times to drive. The sun is often low enough in the sky to cause glare in drivers’ eyes, while deep shadows can make it difficult to spot changing road conditions. In order to stay safe during these hazardous driving times, follow these tips: Turn on […]
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5 Myths About Iowa Personal Injury Claims (Video)
There is a lot of incorrect information out there about filing a personal injury lawsuit in Iowa. Here are some of the most common myths about Iowa personal injury claims: Myth Number 1: You Can File Your Personal Injury Claim Whenever You Want Iowa personal injury claims are limited in the amount of time you […]
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Should You Give a Recorded Statement to the Insurance Company After Your Iowa Car Accident?
After you’ve been in a car accident in Iowa, the other driver’s insurance company will likely call you and say they want to take your recorded statement. You may think this is a good time to tell your side of the story. After all, you’re not at fault for the crash. Your Recorded Statement Cannot […]
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Why Does My Iowa Personal Injury Lawsuit Require My Tax Returns? (Video)
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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When Will I Get The Settlement Money From My Iowa Personal Injury Claim?
After their Iowa personal injury claim has been settled, one of the most common questions we hear from our clients is “When will I receive my settlement money?” The Settlement Check Will Not Arrive Right Away This is an understandable question. As personal injury attorneys, we understand that you have likely been waiting for compensation […]
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6 Tips to Keep You Safe While Winter Driving
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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What is Dram Shop Liability and How Does it Affect Your Auto Accident Case?
If you have been injured in a car accident where the other driver was drunk, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. Perhaps you have been doing some research online and you came across the phrase “dram shop.” What Does Dram Shop Liability Mean? “Dram shop” liability refers to the legal liability of bars, […]
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Four Leading Causes of Fatal Injuries from Car Crashes in Iowa
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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5 Tips to Avoid a Construction Zone Auto Accident
You’ve heard that old joke about Iowa – the one where we have two seasons: winter and road construction. The snow is gone, which means drivers are in the thick of road construction season. Every year, personal injury lawyers have many clients who have been involved in a road construction zone auto accident. According to […]
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10 Mistakes People Make When Dealing with Doctors After an Injury
1. Failing To Seek Immediate Medical Attention After An Accident The injured person is always responsible for proving that he or she was injured in a particular accident. Insurance companies and juries often believe that if you aren’t hurt badly enough to seek immediate medical attention, you aren’t hurt badly enough to deserve compensation for medical malpractice or personal injury. Don’t ignore […]
