The damages that are available in a personal injury claim can vary. In general, your personal injury damages may include compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, wrongful death and loss of companionship. Paying for Medical Bills Following an Injury Accident Medical compensation is payable to a plaintiff for medical bills… Read More »
Distracted Driving Hits All Time High | Des Moines Car Accident Lawyers
Distracted drivers and pedestrians playing the new Pokemon Go game are fueling public safety fears following a string of mishaps. The popular game lets players capture digital creatures at various locations using their smartphones, but, unfortunately, players sometimes neglect to pay attention to their surroundings resulting in a slew of injury accidents. Days after the… Read More »
Temporary Workers at Risk for Work Injury
Employers’ increasing reliance on temporary employees poses additional risks to workers across the country. The fact that employment in the temporary help services has doubled over the last two decades has had a significant and negative impact on the safety and health of workers. The reason boils down to companies having little financial incentive to… Read More »
Construction Workers Vulnerable to Injury from Falls
As construction in Iowa increases, falls continue to be the leading cause of death and injury for workers. Determined to reduce the number of preventable deaths, OSHA will hold its annual National Safety Stand-Down from May 2-6 to help employers, unions and workers nationwide to understand and implement fall safety protection to avoid serious injuries… Read More »
