Motor vehicle accidents can result injuries to the neck and spine, which can be very serious and long-lasting. From fractured vertebrae and herniated discs to more severe spinal cord injuries that may lead to paralysis, injuries sustained in an accident can change someone’s life in a second. While some injuries to the neck and spine… Read More »
Passengers Injured in Motor Vehicle Accidents
Recent statistics reveal that passengers account for roughly 16 percent of all car accident fatalities and nearly a quarter of all injuries in a number of states across the nation. Some passengers are injured in multi vehicle accidents where two or more vehicles are involved in a collision, while other passengers are injured in single… Read More »
Wrongful Death Benefits
Motor vehicle accidents can cause catastrophic or even fatal injuries. A moment of distraction or inattention, driving too fast, or driving impaired can result in serious long-lasting injures or the loss of a loved one’s life in the blink of an eye. When a family member is killed in a car or truck accident, it… Read More »
Injured on Someone Else’s Property
While most would not hesitate to hold a business property owner responsible when they are hurt at a business, some may feel more conflicted if an injury occurs at a friend or family member’s residence. However, when you are injured on someone else’s property, even at a friend’s house, it is important to work with… Read More »
Insurance Settlement Offers Often Too Low
Although a driver may not intend to injure another person, his or her negligent actions, such as texting while driving, driving while impaired, or reckless operation, can lead to a collision that results in personal injury and property damage. Legally speaking, all drivers owe a duty of care to other individuals and are required… Read More »
Avoiding Drunk Driving Accidents
With the weather improving and more businesses opening including restaurants and bars, many are looking forward to getting out again to spend time with friends and family. When heading out for a long awaited evening with friends, it is important to exercise caution to avoid an alcohol related accident. Every year impaired driving results in… Read More »
Seat Belts Save Lives in Car Accidents
Earlier this month two Iowa teens were injured in a rollover accident along Interstate 80 after hitting same black ice on the highway. Thankfully, the young women survived the crash with mostly minor injuries, which they attribute to the fact they were wearing seatbelts at the time of the accident. According to one news source,… Read More »
Car Accidents During Holidays
Despite fears over the Corona Virus, 56% of Americans still plan to travel this year to spend Thanksgiving with family and friends, with over three quarters of travelers driving to their destinations. With so many on the road during holidays, there are some increased driving risks so individuals and families should observe the following driving… Read More »
Boating Accident Lawyers
Boat dealers have reported record sales during the pandemic and, across the country, there are many new faces on the docks as activities on land remain limited. As many head out to enjoy the last of the warm weather on watercraft over the next several weeks, it is important for boat operators and passengers to… Read More »
Iowa Firework Injuries on the Rise Following Legalization
Not long after the sale and use of consumer fireworks were legalized in Iowa in 2017, the number of fireworks related injuries went up when compared to preceding years. The severity of the injuries, the number of teens injured while handling fireworks, and the number of bystanders injured all rose presumably due to easier access… Read More »