Posted by Tim Semelroth

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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Posted by Tim Semelroth

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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Posted by Tim Semelroth

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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Posted by Ben Long

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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Posted by Ben Long

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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Posted by Tim Semelroth

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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Posted by Tim Semelroth

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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Posted by Ben Long

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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Posted by Tim Semelroth

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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Posted by Ben Long

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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