This article covers the following: The importance of timing when filing a wrongful death case. The documents required when filing for claims for emotional suffering. The importance of negotiations before taking a wrongful death claim to trial. How Can Rushing To Settle Affect A Wrongful Death Case? After a wrongful death incident, it’s understandable that you would want to have the matter resolved quickly and move forward as soon as possible. However, with wrongful death cases, it’s wise to be more cautious, even if the defendant is initially willing to settle. If you rush to settle a wrongful death case, you risk getting a far smaller recovery than you might have otherwise. If you have not fully and thoroughly investigated your loved one’s case, you might not get full value in settlement. As emotionally difficult as the process can be…Read More
In this article, you can learn: Why you should work with an experienced personal injury attorney. What to look for when selecting a personal injury attorney. Your out-of-pocket costs in a personal injury case. What Experience Do You Have With Personal Injury Cases In Iowa? Hiring an experienced attorney for your personal injury case can make a lot of difference for you and your case. The attorney can drastically improve your chances of filing a successful claim and also ensure the process is smooth and you are updated along the way. I have vast experience in different phases of personal injury cases in Iowa. My experience includes: Pre-filing of a case Investigation Negotiation prior to the filing of the case Written discovery Depositions Mediations Jury trials Bench trials My experience in personal injury work dates back to my days in…Read More
When a loved one is tragically taken from us due to a reckless driver or a negligent accident, no amount of compensation can fill that loss. However, the law does allow families to seek wrongful death compensation from those responsible. This article provides the answers that every family in Des Moines, Iowa, needs when it comes to wrongful death claims: What is a wrongful death claim, and when can one be made in Iowa? How is fault relevant and proven in wrongful death claims? The biggest challenge in wrongful death claims, and how a lawyer can help you overcome it. Legally Speaking, What Is A Wrongful Death Claim? A wrongful death claim is a legal action brought against someone whose negligence or recklessness has caused the death of a loved one. In Iowa, this claim is typically filed by the…Read More
Courts are inevitably stressful and intimidating – but they can be doubly so when your financial security and future are on the line. This article hopes to make the process a little easier and clearer by explaining what to expect from your Iowa personal injury trial, including: The key stages of personal injury trials in Iowa. The possible outcomes of a trial and how long you can expect it to take to reach them. How compensation is determined and why learning medical terms and perspectives can improve yours. What Are The Key Stages Of A Personal Injury Trial In Iowa? A personal injury claim can turn into a lawsuit and then a trial if the responsible parties refuse to reach a fair compromise with you. In this case, you can expect the following stages: 1. Pre-filing Negotiations Before filing a…Read More
If you've been seriously injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for all the costs and harm you've suffered. To pursue this action under Iowa law, you’ll need to file a personal injury claim. In this article, we’ll break down the key terms and concepts of personal injury law in Des Moines, including: What liability and damages mean, and why they matter in serious injury cases. Why your personal injury case might end in a settlement or go to trial. How legal concepts like the burden of proof and the statute of limitations impact your claim. What Is A Personal Injury Claim? In everyday language, a personal injury claim is your way of asking the person who caused your injury to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other costs related…Read More
