Posted by Tim Semelroth

When a loved one is killed in Iowa because of someone else’s fault, well-meaning people often urge family members to file a wrongful death lawsuit. This suggestion is sometimes made without a clear understanding of the Iowa law governing wrongful death claims. The first step in exploring this legal option is to understand the answers …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

After a week-long trial in early February, a Johnson County jury came back with a verdict of $5.6 million in damages for the family of a worker killed on the job. Bronson Ganka, a handyman for an Iowa City apartment rental company, was trying to drill a hole above an awning while on a ladder.  …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

If you are considering whether to file an Iowa wrongful death lawsuit after a loved one has died, it’s important to know why getting a fair settlement can be challenging.  Regular personal injury claims and wrongful death claims are very different.  Understanding how they’re different can help explain the difficulty in getting a fair settlement …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

If your loved one died because of someone else’s fault, you don’t just need an Iowa car accident lawyer or a medical malpractice lawyer. You need a wrongful death lawyer with experience in car accident claims or malpractice claims but who also has experience in Iowa wrongful death claims. Wrongful death claims in Iowa are …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

If your loved one has died and you suspect that his or her death was caused by someone else’s fault, you may be wondering if you should file a wrongful death claim. Here are things to consider if you want to preserve your right to bring a wrongful death claim in Iowa. Set Up an …

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Posted by Ben Long

For many Iowans, filing a personal injury lawsuit can seem intimidating. Dealing with injuries, and then adding the complexity of a lawsuit, can be overwhelming. However, you don’t necessarily have to file a personal injury lawsuit right after you’ve been injured. Many times, a settlement for your harms and losses can be arranged before a …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

Many people ask us about the differences between an Iowa wrongful death claim and a personal injury claim. If you suspect a loved one died because of someone else’s fault, this may be one of your questions as well. In this situation, it is important to understand the differences between a wrongful death lawsuit and …

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Posted by Ben Long

You can settle your personal injury case whenever you want. You are not required to continue with your case any longer than you feel comfortable. In fact, the majority of personal injury cases settle before going to trial. However, cases do not always settle at that same point in the process. Let’s talk about the …

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Posted by Tim Semelroth

If you have questions about whether to pursue an Iowa wrongful death claim, it is always best to consult with an experienced wrongful death attorney. Why? The death of a loved one is heartbreaking. It can be even more difficult to face when you suspect your loved one died because of another’s fault. Sometimes it’s …

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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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