When it comes to property division in an Iowa divorce, equitable distribution is used to decide how martial property and debts will be divided. Equitable distribution, or ‘what is fair’, varies from divorce to divorce, although there is certain criteria to guide the division of assets. The court will weigh various factors when dividing marital… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation for Musculoskeletal Injuries
Workplace injuries cost employers billions of dollars every year in lost productivity and ever increasing workers’ compensation insurance rates. Employees who are hurt at work or suffer from occupational diseases in the performance of their job often face not only pain and suffering as a consequence of a work related injury, but also periods of… Read More »
Employment Law Violations When Working from Home
Wage & Hour Disputes With more employees working from home, some workers report that they are busier than ever before participating in zoom calls by day and following up on emails well into the evening hours. When work and home boundaries blur and the amount of hours put in at work start to add up,… Read More »
Eye Safety in the Workplace
Eye safety protection is important regardless of a worker’s occupation, from jobs that require extended use of computer screens to occupations such as construction or manufacturing that may expose workers to liquids, particles or debris that can damage the eyes. In an office setting, many employees spend most of their day in front of a… Read More »
Common Work Injuries
The most frequently reported work injuries that result in workers’ compensation being paid include falls on the same level, exertion injuries including strains, sprains or tears, and even struck by or caught in between injuries, all of which happen frequently in the workplace. Knowing what can happen is the first step in reducing injuries. Work… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Most working Americans know about workers’ compensation, comforted knowing that if they suffer an injury in a traumatic work accident their medical expenses and time off from work will be covered. What few understand, however, is that workers’ compensation is also payable for individuals with repetitive stress injuries, including office workers who develop carpal tunnel… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation for Ladder Falls
An electrician working on the popular home renovation show, Home Town, suffered a terrible fall from a ladder weeks ago and now faces a long recovery due to the severe injuries he sustained. While many in the home audience rarely think about the risks associated with using ladders to complete a home project or perform… Read More »
Covid-19 Vaccination Refusal
An employer may exclude those with Covid-19, or symptoms associated with the virus, from the workplace because “their presence would pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others.” Most employees are willing to do their part, staying home to prevent the spread of the virus, but wonder what will happen when a… Read More »
Car Accident Lost Wages Compensation
If you are in a car accident and are wondering whether the at fault party’s insurance company has made you a fair offer for the damage to your property and injuries you sustained, the best advice is to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney to evaluate your case to determine if you are receiving… Read More »
Facts About Slip and Fall Accidents
Although many who slip and fall may only suffer minor scrapes and bruises, others victims of slip and fall accidents may not be so fortunate. In fact, slip and falls are the primary reason many suffer major injuries, with many accidents occurring at work. In 2016, 697 workers died in falls to a lower level,… Read More »
