Whether you have been hurt in a car crash, a slip-and-fall situation, or another kind of accident, it is crucial to contact an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as you know you have been injured. Here are some important reasons why you need a knowledgeable attorney on your side after a personal injury.
Read moreTop Causes of Rear-end Collisions
The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that rear-end collisions happen more frequently than any other type of automobile accident. Every year, over 2.5 million rear-end accidents occur across the United States. The NSC also states that around 20 percent of motorists hit from behind suffer whiplash, which can leave an individual with long-term pain and […]
Read moreDo You Know the Tractor-Trailer Blind Spots?
Located in our nation’s heartland, Iowa is regularly crisscrossed by tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles. Because these vehicles are heavier and more difficult to stop than standard-size vehicles, they are much more likely to be involved in a catastrophic crash.
Read moreDistracted Driving Is One of the Riskiest Driving Behaviors
The Iowa Department of Transportation has identified distracted driving as one of the riskiest driving behaviors. Along with not wearing a seatbelt, distracted driving takes an average of 400 lives in our state every year. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), distracted drivers either contribute to or cause 23 percent of car crashes. To […]
Read moreEmployees vs. Independent Contractors and Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Because Iowa law does not require employers to provide workers’ compensation benefits to independent contractors, it is very important for workers to know whether they qualify as an employee or an independent contractor. It’s also critical for workers to recognize that some employers misclassify their workers – whether intentional or not – which can unfairly […]
Read moreSocial Media Use and Your Workers’ Compensation Case
These days, many people maintain one or more social media accounts, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. People use social media to stay connected with friends and family by sharing pictures and updates about their daily activities. In recent years, however, social media has begun to play a prominent role in various areas of law, […]
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