Applying Decades Of Experience To Solve Modern Legal Issues
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many aspects of our lives, including everything from our health to the economy. For instance, mandatory quarantine orders have caused many businesses to close their doors, resulting in millions of job losses across the country. Fortunately, those whose employment has been affected by COVID-19 are not without legal recourse, with many people qualifying for Chapter…
In Iowa, plaintiffs do not have an indefinite amount of time to file a personal injury claim after being involved in an accident. Instead, injured parties must file before a certain deadline that is known as a statute of limitations. For many plaintiffs, this means that they must initiate their lawsuit within two years of the date of the accident.…
While a number of industries have been affected by the spread of COVID-19, certain businesses have been particularly hard hit such as a meat packing plant, for instance. They have proven to be a particularly dangerous breeding ground for the disease, leaving thousands of employees and their families exposed to the dangerous virus, a trend that has largely been attributed…
Being bitten by a dog can result in devastating injuries, causing permanent scarring, disfigurement, and even disability. Fortunately, Iowa’s strict liability law means that dog bite victims are often able to recover compensation for related losses, including medical expenses and lost wages, so if you or a loved one were recently attacked by someone else’s dog, it is important to…
Recently, the American Farm Bureau Federation revealed that there was a 23 percent increase in farm bankruptcy filings for the 12 months period ending in March 2020, a figure that marks five consecutive years of such increases. Largely attributed to low commodity prices, natural disasters, and retaliatory tariffs, this increase could also be the result of the passage of the…
Many creditors, in an attempt to collect on a debt, garnish the borrower’s wages. In most, but not all cases, creditors must first get a court order before taking this step, unless the matter involves child support, taxes, or student loans. Fortunately, initiating bankruptcy proceedings can stop a creditor from continuing to garnish a person’s wages or from even seeking…
The global COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating consequences for the agricultural industry, with farmer sentiment decreasing by 47 points from February to March alone. Responding to concerns over the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on farm profitability and land values, Congress set aside $23.5 billion for agricultural relief in the U.S., $9.5 billion of which was earmarked specifically for hard-hit…
Car accidents can and do occur just about anywhere and at any time. There are certain times, however, including springtime, when collisions are more likely to happen. Fortunately, it is possible to recover accident-related compensation for these collisions, so if you were recently injured in a crash for which you were not at fault, you should contact an experienced Iowa…
When a person files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Iowa, creditors are automatically barred from pursuing any further action against that individual. This is known as an automatic stay and is an important aspect of the bankruptcy process, as it allows petitioners to resolve their bankruptcy issues without being harassed by creditors with competing claims. To learn more about the…
Any type of car accident can have serious consequences for occupants. In fact, even collisions that are considered minor fender benders can result in whiplash, head injuries, and broken bones, all of which can be both painful and expensive to treat. There are certain types of accidents, however, that tend to have particularly devastating consequences for occupants. Rollover accidents, for…