There are multiple factors that can contribute to a truck accident involving other vehicles on the road from weather and road conditions to factors involving the driver such as reckless driving, impairment, fatigue and distraction or an improper unsecured load. The party responsible for damages in a truck accident may include the trucking company, the… Read More »
Common Insurance Claim Mistakes
Trusting Your Insurance Agent When someone is injured in a car accident, many turn to their insurance agent expecting support only to discover that the relationship is “just business.” Although disheartening, insurance agents and their company invariably act in their own best interests with an eye on their bottom line. Trusting an insurance agent is… Read More »
3 Causes of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents across the nation and in Iowa. If you are injured in a distracted driving accident, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries. Start by working with an experienced personal injury lawyer who will help you pursue maximum compensation for medical bills,… Read More »
Dangers of Drowsy Driving
Many understand that distracted driving such as texting while driving and impaired driving are dangerous. However, many do not realize that drowsy driving can lead to serious and often fatal car accidents. The NHTSA puts annual fatalities caused by drowsy driving in the hundreds, but other studies suggest that these figures are conservative simply because… Read More »
What to Do When You are Injured in a Car Accident
When you are injured in an Iowa car accident, what you do afterward can make or break your case when seeking compensation for your medical bills, property damage, or even pain and suffering. Some actions you should take include: Seek Medical Treatment Following a Car Accident Regardless of whether you or a family member has… 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 »
Local Pedestrian Fatality Part of a Growing Trend in the Nation
A fatal Thanksgiving Day hit and run accident involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian in Des Moines is among a growing number of pedestrian deaths across the nation. The Governors Highway Safety Association reports that pedestrian deaths in 2019 were the highest in 30 years – with nearly 7,000 pedestrian deaths – a 5… Read More »
Why Are Pedestrian Accidents Rising?
Among the deadliest roads for pedestrians are suburban arteries – wide high speed roads that weave through commercial and residential neighborhoods. Traveling around the Des Moines metro area, there are many of these dangerous suburban arteries where pedestrians are at higher risk of being struck by a car, truck or bus. According to one study,… Read More »
Electrocution Accident Injury Attorneys
Recently, two Iowa construction workers were killed and another injured when they came into contact with a buried “high voltage” electrical line while installing internet cable. Underground electrical cables not only create hazards for construction workers, but also electricians, utility company employees, farmers, landscapers, equipment operators, trenchers, excavators, and property owners who do not realize… Read More »
