In 2013, the CDC reported nearly 5,000 pedestrian deaths at the hands of motorists, averaging out to one crash-related, pedestrian death every 2 hours. With more and more people relying on their smartphones for up-to-the-minute information, the number of incidences have only increased. According to a new study released by the Governors Highway Safety Association… Read More »
Archives for March 2017
What Should I Do if I Am Unfairly Fired?
If you believe you have been fired from your job unfairly, you may wonder if you have any legal recourse against your Iowa employer. The answer is, it depends on the circumstances surrounding your termination. The state of Iowa is an at-will state, which means that an employer has great latitude in terminating an employee.… Read More »
What Medical Benefits are Covered by Iowa Workers’ Compensation?
The Davenport Work Injury Lawyers of McDonald, Woodward & Carlson PC can help you obtain the medical benefits you need if you or a family member has been injured on the job. Under Iowa workers’ compensation law, eligible employees who are injured at work may receive payment for all reasonable and necessary medical costs needed… Read More »
Proposed Iowa Workers’ Compensation Bills May Reduce Benefits
Iowa workers’ compensation benefits may be reduced if proposed legislation succeeds. Two proposed bills seek to end worker benefits at age 67, reduce benefits for injuries linked to preexisting injuries, and minimize late fees for employers who fail to pay benefits on time. Additionally, the bill proposes to put caps on legal fees for those… Read More »