We have noticed recently that some insurance company adjusters are attempting to settle personal injury claims within days of an...

Our nation and state were founded on the principle that it is the government which serves and reports to its citizens.  In keeping with...

When a governmental entity causes injuries or damages is there a way to obtain compensation? The Iowa Tort Claims Act and the Iowa...

A good time may go too far.  As we know, intoxicated individuals can cause all kinds of mayhem including property damage, violence,...

In the United States, we enjoy the fundamental right of free speech guaranteed in the Constitution.  Although political speech is largely...

We often hear about famous jury trials involving celebrities or other people in the news.  Sometimes the glitter of the people involved...

A Injuries to persons while on the job fall under Iowa’s worker’s compensation statute (Iowa Code Chapter 85).  Generally, worker’s...

In this day and age, people often consult the internet for answers to their questions.  Some of the most common questions in the legal...

Whether it is because the extent of an injury is not initially appreciated, or the “bother” involved in going through the claims process,...

In Iowa, a claim for liability is based on fault.  Generally, this means that if a party was negligent in causing an accident or other...

Suffering an injury can be a difficult and life altering experience.  Sometimes such injuries are caused by the negligence or fault of...

Insurance adjusters are under a lot of pressure to settle injury claims quickly and in an amount that will save their company money. One...

Iowa Code §321.493 is known as the Owner’s Liability Statute.  It provides that in all cases where damage is done by any motor vehicle by...

When a person negligently injures someone, it makes sense that they should pay for the damages caused. This includes car damage, medical...

Unfortunately, not every driver on the road has liability insurance (despite a law that requires it). If you are injured by such a person...

It can be a difficult and stressful time for those injured by the negligence of another. Often, the insurance company for the at fault...

When negotiating a claim, insurance adjusters often use the term “special damages” as part of their calculation of the amount of an offer....

The concept of “Pain and Suffering” has long been established in the law as an element of personal injury damages. It has been...

An accident can happen to anyone, regardless of health. There is often confusion about whether a person who already has neck, back or...