(515) 444-4000 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…
Walking should be one of the safest forms of transportation, yet pedestrians remain some of the most vulnerable road users in Iowa and across the United States. When a collision occurs between a pedestrian and a vehicle, the consequences are often severe for the person on foot, resulting in serious injuries or worse. Many people assume that drivers are automatically…
Semi-trucks present specific safety concerns due to their large size and operational demands. Furthermore, large truck drivers typically face long hours behind the wheel. This can lead to fatigue and decreased reaction times, increasing the risk of accidents. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates the industry in order to reduce these potentially devastating accidents. These aspects alone make…
Slip-and-fall accidents can have disastrous consequences for their victims. These mishaps can happen anywhere, from grocery stores and restaurants to office buildings and private homes. Slip-and-falls can be particularly harmful to the most vulnerable members of society. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 1 million older adults are hospitalized for falls yearly. But the elderly are not…
The Federal Register and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced new USCIS application fees for 2024. These changes will affect the cost of various applications and petitions, and applicants should prepare accordingly. The fee changes affect multiple documents and many different aspects of the immigration process. What new USCIS fees in 2024 should you watch out for?…
If you’ve been in a traffic collision in Nebraska, you might be wondering when is it too late to go to the doctor after a car accident. Legally, it is essential to see a doctor as soon as possible. The medical records may be significant legal evidence. However, your physical health should be your primary concern. When is it too…
An accident at work can include years of physical pain in addition to financial uncertainty. Workers’ compensation can provide you with some security following your injuries, but there are rules affecting how long it can last. As such, you might be worried about how long does workers comp last in Nebraska. Understanding how long workers' compensation lasts in Nebraska is…
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