Posted by Pressley Henningsen

Every Iowa nursing home resident is guaranteed certain rights during their stay within a facility.  These rights were made law in 1987 through the Nursing Home Reform Act. Before this Act was signed into law, many nursing home residents were neglected or abused because there were no set standards on what care residents should receive.  …

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Posted by Ben Long

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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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

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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Posted by Tim Semelroth

If you have been injured in a car crash in Iowa, you may assume that your insurance company is on your side and will do whatever is necessary to protect you.  Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Your Auto Insurance Company May Not Give You a Fair Settlement It’s not guaranteed that your insurance company …

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Posted by Corey Luedeman

If you are seeking Social Security Disability benefits, you probably know that there is a delay in processing Social Security claims. Whether you are approved right away for disability payments or need to go through the appeals process, it takes a while to be ruled disabled by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This likely means that …

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Posted by Emily Anderson

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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Posted by Tim Semelroth

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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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

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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Posted by Emily Anderson

Vacation is something everyone looks forward to.  You may have been getting ready for some time off then suddenly you get hurt at work. So is it still a good idea to take your vacation? Taking your Vacation After Being Injured at Work Whether or not you should take your vacation after being hurt on the …

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