Animal attacks are traumatizing events for any age. It is especially difficult for children to understand the change in behaviors that takes a friendly dog into a vicious threat. Dog bite victims often deal with physical wounds and permanent scars. However, there are...
Personal injury
What should you do if you get injured in a car accident?
If you have a car accident, you may feel bewildered about what to do. If you suffer an injury, you may need immediate medical attention. You need to take specific steps to protect your rights and ensure you get adequately compensated for any damages. Contact emergency...
What breeds of dogs are most likely to bite?
Getting bitten by a dog is a traumatic experience. Besides the potential for infection and scarring, there is the emotional dimension. Certain breeds are more likely to attack. Maintain your distance from aggressive canines. Skip the petting and risk to avoid filing a...
What does negligence have to do with personal injury?
An injury may do more than change your immediate plans. You may find yourself dealing with a lengthy recovery and the loss of income. A personal injury claim may help with bills, but only if you can prove someone else is responsible for the incident. Negligence is the...
What are the most common causes of wrongful death?
A wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the carelessness, negligence or willful action of another person or party. In these cases, family members can file a wrongful death claim in an attempt to receive damages and a sense of justice following an unfortunate...
Do all accident-related injuries appear immediately?
Car accidents continue to be a leading cause of serious injury in Iowa. In fact, more than 18,000 Iowans suffered some type of injury in motor vehicle crashes in 2019 alone. Sadly, 336 individuals eventually died from injuries they sustained in car accidents that...
Watch for signs of infection after a dog bite
Even though many dogs make excellent members of the family, others can be aggressive, unpredictable and downright dangerous. When dogs attack, they often cause serious bodily injury and long-term psychological damage. Unfortunately, the risk to your overall health may...
Dog bites often leave kids with long-term psychological damage
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dogs attack an estimated five million Americans every single year. Alarmingly, more than half of dog bite victims are children. During an attack, you may expect your son or daughter to sustain a variety...
Disabled in a car accident? Here are some tips to get by
A car accident can take you by surprise in the blink of an eye, leaving your life forever changed. While some people suffer mere bumps, bruises, and scrapes, others suffer injuries that are catastrophic in nature. Those in the latter category can struggle to cope with...
Summer fun can lead to serious injuries
Summer is just around the corner. Although this summer will be different from others due to the recent pandemic, it will no doubt still bring its fair share of sun, fun and adventure. However, summer can also bring something far more dangerous: personal injuries....