If you or a loved one has suffered emotional or physical injuries due to someone else’s negligence, it is important to seek the help of an experienced Iowa personal injury lawyer. Personal injury cases can be complex and require in-depth knowledge and skills to navigate successfully.
Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys handle a wide range of personal injury cases, including:
Motor vehicle accidents: car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents
Pedestrian accidents
Rideshare crashes
Bicycle accidents
Construction site injuries
Slip and fall incidents
What Is My Case Worth?
The value of a personal injury case depends on your specific situation and the severity of your injuries. Additional factors like the impact the accident has on your life, proving fault, and degree of liability also help to determine the value.
Compensation can cover medical bills, lost income, pain, and loss of enjoyment. Severe injuries often receive higher payouts, while minor ones may face skepticism and lead to lower offers, according to The Iowa State Bar Association.
Common Types of Injuries in Iowa Personal Injury Claims
Our personal injury lawyers in Iowa have handled cases involving a vast range of injuries, including:
What Are the Benefits of Working with a Personal Injury Attorney?
Hiring an experienced Iowa personal injury lawyer can significantly improve your chances of getting full and fair compensation when you’ve suffered injuries caused by someone else’s negligence. A skilled attorney can seek justice by investigating your accident, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and working with experts to hold the at-fault party accountable.
They will also deal with insurance companies to ensure fair treatment and prevent denied or reduced claims. They fight to secure the maximum compensation you deserve and represent you in court with a personal injury lawsuit if a fair settlement cannot be reached.
What to Do After a Serious Injury in Iowa
If you’ve been in a serious accident in Iowa, follow these steps to protect your legal rights and strengthen your personal injury claim:
Get medical attention right away, even if injuries seem minor.
Take photos or videos of the accident scene.
Collect contact information from witnesses and all parties involved.
File a police report.
Keep records of medical bills, expenses, and injury-related documents.
What Types of Compensation Are There for a Personal Injury Victim?
Personal injury victims may receive compensation for both economic and non-economic damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages (past and future), pain and suffering, emotional distress, property damage, and more.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Iowa?
There are exceptions and missing deadlines can risk your compensation. Consult a personal injury attorney to understand your case timeline and protect your rights.
Contact Our Iowa Personal Injury Law Firm Today
Our skilled attorneys will explain your legal options and guide you through the personal injury claims process, helping you pursue justice and secure fair compensation for your injuries.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Our law office provides free initial consultations to thoroughly assess your case and understand your unique circumstances.
Get help from a Iowa personal injury lawyer when you've been injured in an accident caused by someone else's negligence.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
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