Auto accident lawyer West Des Moines, IA It is difficult. It is not complicated nor is it time consuming. And this blog will not be long. You have been in a car accident, called a law firm, scheduled a time to talk to a lawyer and now you are wondering if there is something you need to do to be prepared. The answer is yes. But, with a little effort, and either a piece of paper, a pencil or pen or...
Iowa - What to do when you are in an accident with a drunk driver. In Iowa, a dram shop notice is a legal requirement that must be fulfilled if someone intends to file a lawsuit against an establishment that served alcohol to a person who later caused injury or damage, such as in a drunk driving accident. This notice is a crucial step in pursuing a claim under Iowa's dram shop law. It is a fairly simple step, but even...
We help people injured on interstate 80. If injured in an accident call us. The short answer is yes. In Iowa, if a drunk driver kills another person, it is typically necessary to open an estate for the deceased if you intend to pursue legal claims, such as a wrongful death lawsuit, or to handle the deceased’s affairs. You will have two lawyers involved. One to pursue the dram shop case and the other to open and manage the probate case....
West Des Moines, Iowa The bar that served the drunk driver may be liable, but it depends on several factors, including the laws in your state and the specific circumstances of the case. Generally speaking, you first have to know was the other driver drunk? If he had been drinking, how much had he had to drink and over what period of time? Was he also taking illegal or legal drugs? How many drinks had he or she drank? Was it...
Iowa drunk driver personal injury accidents. Whether it's necessary to hire a lawyer to pursue a claim against a bar that served a drunk driver depends on the complexity of the case and the specific laws in your jurisdiction. I live and practice law in Iowa, and so while this is a general information blog post, I will add a few things specific to Iowa. Try to keep in mind personal injury claims against a drunken driver involve at least three...
A personal injury lawyer who handles dram shop cases Whether it is necessary to hire a lawyer to pursue a claim against a bar that served a drunk driver depends on the complexity of the case and the specific laws in your jurisdiction. In Iowa, the answer will always be a resounding yes, hire a lawyer. Here are some considerations: Understanding Dram Shop Laws: Dram Shop Laws: Many states have laws, known as dram shop laws, that allow victims to sue...
Cell phone related car accidents in Iowa. We can help. Which ten things, that lawyers can control, ruin an attorney-client relationship? We have been representing clients in civil litigation cases for over 40 years. Forty years is a long time. I have represented over 2,000 clients. That is a huge number of clients. Battle tested and introspective, I know what works and what does not work. And while I do not believe there are stupid questions, I am sure I have given...
Depositions Are Important in a Personal Injury Case What should you do before your deposition? Depositions are a crucial step in the presentation of your case to the opposing attorney, adjuster, and insurance company. It is your opportunity to both be you and to explain how the accident has affected your life and how you expect it to affect your life in the future. By the time you finish reading this blog you better have a list of what you intend to...
Buena Vista County, Iowa personal injury What is a Dram Shop Action? Drunk Driving is a Dram Shop Action Whenever someone driving a car is under the influence of alcohol and causes an accident, the possibility of a dram shop lawsuit is likely. The Iowa State Patrol reported on an accident that took place on January 27, 2023 at the intersection of Highway 71 and 600th Street, in Buena Vista County, Iowa. How did the accident happen? According to the ISP a GMC was eastbound...
Attorney Lombardi Ask yourself why the adjuster is stalling. Then ask yourself if you had to pay someone money, would you be pushing the person you owe money to, to collect the debt you owe? No, but there are other reasons and none of those reasons are helpful to you. Consider the downside to the people who were in an accident and who have the obligation to actually prove a claim. NEGATIVES TO INJURED PEOPLE Here is why the other-guy's adjuster does not care...
