(515) 444-4000 Sharing the road with commercial trucks requires more caution than many drivers realize. Weighing 20–30 times more than a typical car, these massive vehicles have dangerously large blind spots known as “No Zones.” If you’ve never heard of them, understanding what No Zones are and how to avoid them could save your life. What Are No Zones? Truck No Zones…
The consequences are often devastating when a fully loaded tractor-trailer collides with a passenger vehicle. Injuries are often life-changing, and the road to recovery can be long and overwhelming. But what caused that crash may involve far more than just the driver behind the wheel. When a truck accident happens, it’s rarely the result of one person’s mistake. Multiple parties…
What happens when an injury changes not just one life, but an entire relationship? When someone is seriously injured due to someone else’s negligence, the consequences extend beyond medical bills and physical recovery. The effects ripple through family life, impacting relationships, routines, and emotional well-being. One important, but often overlooked, aspect of a personal injury case is the claim for…
Riding with a group can be one of the most enjoyable experiences for a motorcyclist. Whether you’re cruising the curves near Saylorville Lake or exploring the backroads outside Des Moines, you share the open road, the sights, and the camaraderie. However, group rides also have safety risks that every rider should take seriously. One wrong move by a single rider,…
What do medical specialists, accident analysts, and financial professionals have in common? They’re often the key to winning personal injury claims as expert witnesses. If you’ve been injured in a car accident and are pursuing a personal injury claim, you might need expert testimony to prove it. At Mueller, Schmidt, Mulholland & Cooling, we’ve seen firsthand how expert witnesses can…
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are some of the most life-altering injuries a person can suffer in a personal injury case. Whether caused by a car crash, a fall on unsafe property, or a workplace accident, a TBI can affect your physical health, emotional well-being, and day-to-day life. The effects of a TBI often extend beyond the initial emergency room visit.…
When most people picture a truck crash, they imagine a massive semi barreling down I-35 or I-80. While smaller box trucks are just as capable of causing serious accidents in busy city centers like Des Moines, the legal consequences can be very different. Iowa State University (ISU) reports that from 2016 to 2025, there were 39,309 heavy truck crashes across…
Contacting a personal injury law firm after being hurt in an accident is a powerful first step toward achieving a full financial recovery. However, it’s essential to know that while your lawyer will fight hard to get you compensation, you still play an important role throughout the legal process. Whether you were hurt in a car crash, motorcycle accident, or…
Truck crashes often leave a scene of confusion, serious injury, and unanswered questions. What exactly happened? Was the truck driver speeding? Did they hit the brakes in time? One of the most valuable tools for answering those questions is inside the truck: the Event Data Recorder, or EDR. Often referred to as a “black box,” the EDR captures important driving…
Semi-truck accidents are often more legally complex than passenger vehicle accidents. That’s because more parties may be liable, damages may be greater, and there are more laws and regulations governing semi-trucks than other vehicles. Another layer of complexity is when the truck involved in the crash is from another state. Many semi-trucks make regional or even national deliveries, and that…
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