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ArticleArticleWhen Are Medication Errors Considered Iowa Medical Malpractice?
Every year, Iowans are injured or even killed by Iowa doctors prescribing the wrong medication. There’s a variety of ways a doctor can get your medication wrong: They can give you too much medication; or not enough. They prescribe a medication that interferes with other medications you are taking. They prescribe something that you may […]
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When is Misdiagnosis Considered Medical Malpractice in Iowa?
If you have recently suffered serious injury; or if a loved one has died as a result of a wrong, delayed, or completely missed diagnosis, you may have an Iowa medical malpractice case. Types of Misdiagnosis for Iowa Malpractice Claims There are a three types of misdiagnosis that can result in a medical malpractice claim: […]
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What 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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ArticleArticleSoft-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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ArticleArticleDo’s and Don’ts After a Bicycle Crash in Iowa
There’s no contest in a collision between a bicycle and a vehicle. You’re the small guy in this equation and it’s likely any collision will result in damage to you and your bike. There are a few do’s and don’ts you need to know if you have been in a bicycle accident in Iowa. Do […]
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ArticleArticleWhat You Need to Know About Iowa Dog Bite Claims
A dog bite can happen in the blink of an eye and leave you or a loved one severely injured, confused and in pain. You may not know what to do next. If you or a loved one has been attacked by a dog in Iowa, keep reading to find out what next steps you […]
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Shoulder Injuries and Iowa Workers’ Compensation Claims: Changes Under the New Law
Changes in Iowa Workers’ Compensation law have changed the amount of workers’ compensation benefits you can receive for a shoulder work injury. The benefits you are entitled to for a shoulder injury are now significantly impacted by the date of injury. If you were hurt before July 1, 2017, and you have a permanent injury, […]
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Can I Sue for Pain and Suffering for My Iowa Work Injury?
After a work injury in Iowa, many workers come to us asking if they can sue for pain and suffering. Unfortunately, Iowa law does not allow injured workers to do this. Workers’ compensation is limited to providing three types of benefits: 1. Medical benefits Including the cost of your medical care and mileage to and from […]
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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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What the Statute of Limitations Means For Your Iowa Medical Malpractice Case
Just like every other type of personal injury claim, Iowa medical malpractice lawsuits have deadlines that an injured person or their family must meet. Generally speaking, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases, including medical malpractice claims, is two years from the date of injury. This means injured patients or their families only have […]
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My Doctor Says I’m Disabled, So Why Was I Denied Social Security Disability Benefits?
If you have recently been to your doctor and they said you are disabled, you may have believed it would be easy to get Social Security Disability benefits. However, your initial application was denied. Why would this happen? The Social Security Administration and Your Doctor Define “Disabled” Differently Your doctor and the Social Security Administration (SSA) […]
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Nurse Case Managers and Iowa Workers’ Compensation Claims
After you have been injured at work in Iowa, the workers’ compensation insurance company is required to pay for reasonable medical care related to that work injury. The insurance company usually hires individuals called nurse case managers to oversee your medical care. How Nurse Case Managers Handle Your Work Injury Care Nurse case managers are […]
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How to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Iowa
Losing a loved one is always difficult. Such a loss can be even more painful when the death was caused by someone else. Besides the normal grief, anger and confusion, families who lose someone because of the fault of another often feel the need to seek justice on behalf of the victim. One way to […]
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The Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) and Your Iowa Workers’ Compensation Claim (Video)
If you have been injured on the job in Iowa, you may have heard the acronym “IME.” The Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) is an important part of your Iowa workers’ compensation claim. What is an Independent Medical Evaluation (IME)? The IME is a medical assessment of a work injury that injured Iowans can use to […]
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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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What is a Second Injury Fund Claim and How Does It Affect Your Iowa Workers’ Compensation Case? (Video)
If you have been injured at work in Iowa, you may have heard the phrase “Second Injury Fund Claim” as a type of workers’ compensation benefit. Since Iowa workers’ compensation law changed in July of 2017, this type of Iowa workers’ compensation benefit for injured workers has become even more important to getting you fair […]
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What To Do If You Are Fired After a Work Injury (Video)
Have you been fired after a work injury in Iowa because of that injury? In most cases, your next step should be to launch a well-documented job search. If you are terminated from your job because of a work injury, you will need to replace your income. Most injured workers cannot rely on workers’ compensation benefits […]
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How Long Does the Social Security Disability Appeals Process Take?
The Social Security Disability appeals process can be complicated. If you have applied for Social Security Disability benefits and been denied, you have the right to appeal the Social Security Administration (SSA)’s decision. The appeals process basically asks various people within the SSA to take another look at your case. But how long does the […]
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Injured in an Iowa Bike Accident? What You Need to Know Before You Repair Your Motorcycle
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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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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How Do I Know Which Lawyer to Trust With My Social Security Disability Claim? (Video)
You have many different choices when it comes to an attorney. Determining which lawyer is the best lawyer for your disability case can feel like an overwhelming task. There are a few ways that you can narrow down your list. The Wrong Way to Pick a Social Security Disability Attorney The absolute wrong way to […]
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3 Things to Know When You Settle Your Back Injury Workers’ Compensation Claim in Iowa
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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Who Decides What Qualifies as Iowa Medical Malpractice? (Video)
Around the country and in Iowa, medical malpractice is a term used to describe a situation where a health care provider (like a doctor or a nurse) makes a medical error that causes harm to a patient. Malpractice can occur in a variety of different ways, including: A missed diagnosis, A mistake made during a […]
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Do You Have a Good Iowa Medical Malpractice Case?
If you were injured or otherwise harmed by a medical professional in Iowa, you may believe that you have a good medical malpractice lawsuit. However, although actual medical malpractice is fairly common, medical malpractice lawsuits are not. It takes a specific set of conditions for most attorneys to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. There are many reasons for this, […]
