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ArticleArticleIs It Safe to Settle Your Iowa Truck Accident Case?
Were you seriously hurt in an Iowa truck accident? Is the truck driver’s insurance company contacting you about settling your case? Before you decide to settle your Iowa truck accident claim, ask yourself these 3 questions: 1. Have You Fully Healed From Your Truck Accident Injuries? Don’t settle your Iowa truck accident case before you […]
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ArticleArticleWhen Can I Reopen My Iowa Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Are you worse off either physically or financially after you’ve resolved your Iowa workers’ compensation claim? You might be wondering if you can reopen your claim and ask for additional permanent disability benefits. It could be possible, but you should consider these three questions first: Has Your Physical or Financial Condition Worsened Because of Your […]
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ArticleArticleWhen Will You Receive Your Social Security Disability Benefit Check?
After a long appeal process, you have finally been approved for Social Security Disability benefits. But when will you actually receive that money? Your Disability Payments Take a While to Process Unfortunately, you may have to wait 2 months or more before you receive your monthly Social Security Disability payment. Any back payments that you […]
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Can My Employer Make Me Use FMLA or Vacation Time While Off Work Due to an Iowa Work Injury?
Have you recently suffered a work injury in Iowa? Your employer may have told you that you need to use vacation time or FMLA while you are off work recovering from your injuries. But is this actually true? Using FMLA after an Iowa Work Injury The short answer is “probably.” The Family Medical Leave Act, […]
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ArticleArticleWhat 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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ArticleArticleCan I Still Sue After I Settle My Iowa Personal Injury Case?
There are a few things to consider when thinking about settling your personal injury claim in Iowa. After You Settle Your Personal Injury Claim, Your Case is Likely Over The most important thing to understand about settling your claim is that once you do, you forfeit any right to sue that defendant later for additional damages. Generally, […]
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ArticleArticleHow to Choose the Best Lawyer for Your Iowa Brain Injury Case
Whether it was you or a loved one who suffered a brain injury because of someone else’s fault, you may decide it’s time to seek a lawyer. With over 9,000 attorneys licensed to practice law in Iowa, how do you know which attorney is right for you? Here is a step-by-step list that will help […]
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Traumatic Brain Injuries and Iowa Workers’ Compensation Benefits
There are a variety of Iowa workers’ compensation benefits you could receive while recovering from a traumatic brain injury after a work accident. Additionally, it’s important to understand what a traumatic brain injury looks like and what to do after suffering a brain injury while at work. What to Do After Suffering a Traumatic Brain […]
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How Does a Semi-Truck Driver’s Hours of Service Affect My Iowa Personal Injury Claim?
A semi-truck driver is responsible for safe driving while transporting goods on our roads. They must follow hours of service rules so they stay safe while driving. But how do these regulations affect you if you have been injured in a truck accident in Iowa? What Are Hours Of Service Regulations? Hours of service regulations […]
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ArticleArticleIowa Nursing Home Care Plans
If your loved one is being admitted to a nursing home, you may hear about something called a “care plan.” But what is a care plan and where should you begin? Let’s discuss the ins and outs of nursing home care plans. What is a Nursing Home Care Plan? A care plan is a written […]
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ArticleArticleWhat is Subrogation and How Does It Affect Your Iowa Personal Injury Claim?
You may have heard the term “subrogation” before. But what is it, and how will it affect your personal injury case? Subrogation Comes Out of Your Personal Injury Settlement Subrogation is money that injured Iowans have to pay back after a settlement or trial win. If a victim reaches a settlement with the person who […]
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Can I Get My Social Security Disability Payment Increased?
Getting your disability payment increased, whether you’re receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), is rare. There are exceptions, but it depends on the type of disability benefits you receive. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Benefits SSI is a needs-based program. The amount you receive is determined by the federal government. The maximum […]
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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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How Driver Fatigue Can Cause Iowa Trucking Accidents
We’ve all shared Iowa’s roads with semi-trucks. Because of their size and weight, these tractor-trailers can cause serious damage to any vehicle they hit. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) says truck driver fatigue may be a contributing factor in over a third of semi-truck accidents. With more trucks than ever on the road, this can […]
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What is Considered Dental Malpractice in Iowa?
If you or a loved one has suffered a significant permanent injury after a visit to the dentist, you probably have questions about what to do next. The first thing you should do is speak with an Iowa medical malpractice attorney. Why Should I Speak with an Iowa Medical Malpractice Lawyer? Dentists can be held […]
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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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6 Questions Every Iowa Hospital Patient Should Ask
If you have ever been severely injured or ill, you may have had to spend time at an Iowa hospital – like the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, or St. Luke’s Hospital or Mercy Hospital in Cedar Rapids. As a patient, there’s a lot going on around you – new or […]
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Should I Restart My Social Security Disability Claim?
If you have applied for Social Security Disability benefits and have been denied, you may believe you need to file a new application to get your case reviewed. However, that’s not always the best plan of action. When You Should Restart Your Social Security Disability Claim There are a few instances when restarting your Social […]
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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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When 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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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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Tips on Staying Safe in the Workplace in Iowa
No matter whether you work in an office or a construction site, inside or outside, there are a few tips that every Iowa worker should follow to keep themselves safe in their workplace. Know Your Rights as an Iowa Worker Every worker should familiarize themselves with what rights they have within their workplace. According to […]
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