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Ann Brown Legal

Covers personal injury and employment law including advice for employees and persons injured by others.

https://www.annbrownlegal.com/blog/

Jun 19
We Stand With The Children Separated From Their Parents and Here is How You Can Too!

We Stand With The Children Separated From Their Parents and Here is How You Can Too!

I have been watching the news, horrified with the rest of the country, watching as immigrant children are taken from their parents at the US Border. Regardless of your feelings about immigration laws and immigration reform, I think we can all…
Jun 12
Most Common Child Injury Case

Most Common Child Injury Case

We believe children deserve to grow up in a safe environment, which gives them the freedom to grow and develop to their fullest potential. But sometimes accidents happen. Child injury claims exist to seek justice and to provide for a safer…
Jun 5
Trucking Accidents: 5 Things You Should Know if You Have Been Injured in a Car Accident with Semi-Tractor Trailer

Trucking Accidents: 5 Things You Should Know if You Have Been Injured in a Car Accident with Semi-Tractor Trailer

The number of semi trucks on the road has been steadily increasing and along with it, an increase in the number of fatal crashes and crashes causing injuries involving semi trucks. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety…

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Beyond The Scope

Covers the practice of interstate drug interdiction and property seizure/forfeiture. By Stowers & Sarcone, PLC.

http://www.interstatedrugbust.com/blog/

Mar 30
Iowa Stand Your Ground Defense Rejected

Iowa Stand Your Ground Defense Rejected

STAND YOUR GROUND DEFENSE REJECTED A Johnson County judge rejected defendant Lamar Wilson’s “stand your ground” defense in one of the first publicized uses of the defense since the law was enacted in 2017. The State…
Mar 28
Iowa Appellate Lawyers: How to Appeal Your Iowa Conviction

Iowa Appellate Lawyers: How to Appeal Your Iowa Conviction

IOWA APPEALS AND APPELLATE LAWYERS Criminal appeals can be complicated business. Choosing a lawyer with appellate experience is important. An appeal is not a retrial. There are no hearings, no juries and no new evidence. An appeal is merely…
Mar 23
Iowa Harassment Charge

Iowa Harassment Charge

Iowa State Student Charged with First Degree Harassment Story County authorities have charged an Iowa State student with first degree harassment, an aggravated misdemeanor, after the student made threatening comments online and one student…

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Duffy Law Office

Covers estate planning and elder law in Iowa.

http://www.duffylawoffice.com/blog/

Dec 14
Trusts and the Estate Tax

Trusts and the Estate Tax

Last week, we told you about what the Presidential candidates are proposing to do with the estate tax. This week, we want to tell you that regardless of what the estate tax is now or what it will be in the future, there are certain estate…
Dec 14
Attorneys Want to Help

Attorneys Want to Help

One of the most difficult things for most attorneys to deal with is meeting with potential clients, hearing their stories, and having to say, “I’m sorry. I cannot help you.” The popular image of attorneys is that they are in…
Dec 14
Trusts and the Estate Tax

Trusts and the Estate Tax

Last week, we told you about what the Presidential candidates are proposing to do with the estate tax. This week, we want to tell you that regardless of what the estate tax is now or what it will be in the future, there are certain estate…

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Iowa Estate Plan

Covers information and news on estate planning and probate. By Matthew Gardner.

http://www.iowaestateplan.com/

Apr 8
Avoiding Probate Just Got a Little Easier...For Certain Estate

Avoiding Probate Just Got a Little Easier...For Certain Estate

Currently in Iowa, if a decedent owns personal property that totals $25,000 or less, and that property would normally pass under a Will or the intestate statute, you can skip probate with just an affidavit. The governor recently signed…
Jun 11
Intentional Interference With Inheritance - Estate of Boman (2017)

Intentional Interference With Inheritance - Estate of Boman (2017)

You gotta love email. In seconds, I can transmit a message around the globe to one person or to hundreds of people, or I can share a photo of my dog, Georgia. Or you can email your parents' attorney and tell the attorney what…
Jan 15
Take That Step

Take That Step

This past year, I had the opportunity to go skydiving. What a blast! I had wanted to skydive for a while so I was anxious to jump out. However, when you are on the edge of the plane door, looking out at the ground several thousand feet…

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Iowa Family Law Blog

By Dickinson Mackaman Tyler & Hagen, PC.

https://www.dickinsonlaw.com/blogs-articles/iowa-family-law-blog/

Mar 7
Adoptions in Iowa Include Enforceable Surrogacy Contract

Adoptions in Iowa Include Enforceable Surrogacy Contract

As a family law attorney, one of the most rewarding roles I have is serving as legal counsel in adoptions. From step-parent adoptions to private adoptions to interstate adoptions, I have assisted many families in becoming legally established…
Aug 14
Iowa revamps its child support guidelines--sort of

Iowa revamps its child support guidelines--sort of

Since 2009, Iowa has used the Pure Income Shares Model approach to determine what amount of support is sufficient for parents who have separated. This model combines each parent’s income, compares it to a schedule that sets support on…
May 23
Temporary Modification

Temporary Modification

A common occurrence that arises subsequent to a divorce is when a parent receives word that his or her ex-spouse or partner is spontaneously taking a job 75 miles away or moving out of the state to reunite with his high school sweetheart.…

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Iowa Law Blog

Covers business, employment, trust & estates family, real estate, regulatory compliance and utility law. By Sullivan & Ward, PC.

http://www.iowa-lawblog.com/

Apr 14
The Implementation of Electronic Filing in the Court

The Implementation of Electronic Filing in the Court

In this day of technology, it is no surprise that the court systems are moving to using an Electronic Document Management System (EDMS for short) for parties to file documents with the Court, without even setting foot in the Courthouse. The…
Apr 14
Service by Facebook?

Service by Facebook?

A New York judge recently entered an Order allowing a woman to serve her husband divorce papers via Facebook. In Iowa, generally, a competent adult must accept service or be served in-person in order accomplish proper…
Mar 19
Interactive Process in Action

Interactive Process in Action

If you’re not sure what the interactive process is supposed to look like under the ADA, peruse the facts of the 8th Circuit’s decision in Minnihan v. Mediacom. I’m also going to summarize the facts below, but if you…

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Iowa Real Estate & Land Use Blog

By Dickinson Mackaman Tyler & Hagen, PC.

https://www.dickinsonlaw.com/blogs-articles/iowa-real-estate-and-land-use-blog/

May 29
Major Changes to Iowa's Mechanics' Lien Law: Five Years Later

Major Changes to Iowa's Mechanics' Lien Law: Five Years Later

Five years ago, this blog covered major changes to Iowa’s mechanics’ lien law. Five years later, the law is still largely intact, albeit after the legislature added a couple commas to clarify its intention. After five years,…
May 10
Dickinson attorneys recognized by Chambers USA as among best in Iowa

Dickinson attorneys recognized by Chambers USA as among best in Iowa

Chambers USA has given the Dickinson Law Firm five high rankings for practice areas in Iowa. Dickinson was recognized for exceptional performance in: Real Estate, Corporate/M&A, Corporate/M&A: Banking & Finance, Labor…
Mar 30
Title Insurance: What is it good for anyway?

Title Insurance: What is it good for anyway?

A recent decision from the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals may have property owners wondering what title insurance really covers. Captiva Lake Investments v. Fidelity National Title Insurance Company is a familiar story involving…

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Iowa Workers' Compensation Law

By Paul McAndrew Law Firm.

http://iowaworkcomplaw.com/

Jun 18
Employee Workers’ Compensation Fraud? No – Employer Fraud Rampant.

Employee Workers’ Compensation Fraud? No – Employer Fraud Rampant.

Attorney Leonard Jernigan compiled a list of the biggest workers’ compensation frauds Today’s post comes from guest author Thomas Domer, from The Domer Law Firm. My friend and colleague Len Jernigan has again compiled the Top 10…
Jun 14
Temporary Help Employees Can Sue Their Employers?!

Temporary Help Employees Can Sue Their Employers?!

Today’s post comes from guest author Charlie Domer, from The Domer Law Firm. Temporary Help Employees Can Sue Their Employers? …. Well, maybe not. The Wisconsin Court of Appeals considered the following issue: can a temporary…
Jun 11
Truckers Call Baloney On Bloomberg View

Truckers Call Baloney On Bloomberg View

Today’s post comes from guest author Jon Rehm, from Rehm, Bennett & Moore. Truckers were quick to criticize a Bloomberg View piece about the effect of shortage of truck drivers on the economy that our firm posted on our…

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Iowa Workers' Compensation Lawyer…

Iowa Workers' Compensation Lawyer Blog

Covers workers' compensation law and claims. By Gilloon, Wright & Hamel, P.C.

http://www.iowaworkerscompensationlawyerblog.com/

Jun 12
SECOND INJURY FUND CLAIMS, REVIEW-REOPENING CLAIMS AND PERMANENT TOTAL DISABILITY

SECOND INJURY FUND CLAIMS, REVIEW-REOPENING CLAIMS AND PERMANENT TOTAL DISABILITY

This post will discuss the combination of three Iowa work comp legal doctrines. First, under Iowa workers’ compensation law there is a special type of claim called a Second Injury Fund claim that allows a worker to receive industrial…
May 31
JURISDICTION FOR TRUCK DRIVING INJURIES UNDER IOWA LAW

JURISDICTION FOR TRUCK DRIVING INJURIES UNDER IOWA LAW

For injuries that occurred prior to July 1, 2017 the rules for when a workers’ compensation claim can be brought in Iowa law can be found here on our website. For injuries that occurred on or after July 1, 2017 the rules have…
May 18
ABANDONMENT OF MEDICAL CARE BY THE DEFENDANTS

ABANDONMENT OF MEDICAL CARE BY THE DEFENDANTS

In Iowa workers’ compensation cases the employer and insurance company have the right to choose the medical care providers for the injured worker. If the worker is unhappy with the medical care they can file a Petition for Alternate…

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Covers key issues in agricultural law and taxation, including federal and state legal opinions and critical legislative developments. From Iowa State University's Center for Agricultural Law & Taxation.

http://www.calt.iastate.edu/article

May 16
Stray Voltage and Dairy Farms Can Lead to Large Damage Award

Stray Voltage and Dairy Farms Can Lead to Large Damage Award

History of Stray Voltage Suits Stray voltage causing damages to dairy farms is a problem that has been facing the dairy industry for year with damages cases dating back to 1984. Stray voltage is caused when a power line’s neutral line…
Apr 10
Highlights of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act for Agricultural Producer

Highlights of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act for Agricultural Producer

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) ushered in the most significant changes to our tax code in more than 30 years. On December 22, 2017, President Trump signed the TCJA into law. Although most changes went into effect January 1, 2018, meaning…
Apr 10
Highlights of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act for Agricultural Producer

Highlights of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act for Agricultural Producer

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) ushered in the most significant changes to our tax code in more than 30 years. On December 22, 2017, President Trump signed the TCJA into law. Although most changes went into effect January 1, 2018, meaning…

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MOIAFarmLaw.com

Provides updates and discussions on agricultural law issues in Iowa and Missouri. By Orsborn, Milani, Mitchell & Goedken, L.L.P.

http://moiafarmlaw.com

Feb 21
Right to Hunt Amendment Introduced in Iowa Again

Right to Hunt Amendment Introduced in Iowa Again

For the second year, a bill was introduced that would add an amendment to the Iowa Constitution declaring that Iowans have a right to hunt, fish, trap, and harvest wildlife. The amendment’s supporters cite the need for the…
Jan 24
New Resource for Conservation In Farm Lease

New Resource for Conservation In Farm Lease

A new resource is available for landlord’s looking to incorporate cover crops and other conservation practices into their farm lease. Iowa Learning Farms, a part of Iowa State University Extension, just published a series of…
Mar 19
Missouri Strictly Construes Private Road Statute

Missouri Strictly Construes Private Road Statute

Missouri Courts recently addressed issues relating to the increase in size and weight of farm equipment and resulting problems accessing farmland. As equipment gets larger and heavier, existing easements and roads that have been used for…

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MOIAFarmLaw.com

An agricultural law blawg providing information and updates on legal issues and case law in Iowa and Missouri. By Orsborn, Milani, Mitchell & Goedken, L.L.P.

http://moiafarmlaw.com

Feb 21
Right to Hunt Amendment Introduced in Iowa Again

Right to Hunt Amendment Introduced in Iowa Again

For the second year, a bill was introduced that would add an amendment to the Iowa Constitution declaring that Iowans have a right to hunt, fish, trap, and harvest wildlife. The amendment’s supporters cite the need for the…
Jan 24
New Resource for Conservation In Farm Lease

New Resource for Conservation In Farm Lease

A new resource is available for landlord’s looking to incorporate cover crops and other conservation practices into their farm lease. Iowa Learning Farms, a part of Iowa State University Extension, just published a series of…
Mar 19
Missouri Strictly Construes Private Road Statute

Missouri Strictly Construes Private Road Statute

Missouri Courts recently addressed issues relating to the increase in size and weight of farm equipment and resulting problems accessing farmland. As equipment gets larger and heavier, existing easements and roads that have been used for…

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Quad Cities Injury Lawyers

Covers personal injury, workers compensation and medical malpractice issues for Illinois and Iowa lawyers. By Michael J. Warner & Associates.

http://qcinjurylawyers.wordpress.com

Sep 7
Medicare Set-asides – Still Not Required in Liability Case

Medicare Set-asides – Still Not Required in Liability Case

The old rules were easily understood. Certain workers comp claims required a Medicare set-aside – and the rules for those claims were straightforward. For other claims – liability and no-fault cases – the parties were still…
Jun 2
Iowa Supreme Court Recognizes Cause of Action for Wrongful Birth (Sort of)

Iowa Supreme Court Recognizes Cause of Action for Wrongful Birth (Sort of)

Is this big? Time will tell. Either way, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled in a surprisingly progressive way, joining the majority of states (including Illinois – over 30 years ago) in recognizing a cause of action for wrongful birth. The…
Jul 30
More Recognition for Warner & Zimmerle Lawyers!!

More Recognition for Warner & Zimmerle Lawyers!!

We’re proud to announce some significant accolades for both of our attorneys! Mike Warner was nominated by his peers as a Leading Lawyer in the areas of: ADR Law: Personal Injury; Personal Injury: Professional Malpractice Personal…

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RSH Legal blog

Covers Iowa personal injury.

https://www.fightingforfairness.com/free-articles/

Jun 12
Iowa Motorcycle Laws: 3 Things to Know Before Getting On a Bike

Iowa Motorcycle Laws: 3 Things to Know Before Getting On a Bike

The post Iowa Motorcycle Laws: 3 Things to Know Before Getting On a Bike appeared first on RSH Legal.
Jun 6
What You Need to Know About Iowa Dog Bite Claim

What You Need to Know About Iowa Dog Bite Claim

The post What You Need to Know About Iowa Dog Bite Claims appeared first on RSH Legal.
May 30
Social Media and Iowa Nursing Home Abuse

Social Media and Iowa Nursing Home Abuse

The post Social Media and Iowa Nursing Home Abuse appeared first on RSH Legal.

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RSH Legal Personal Injury Blog

Covers workers' compensation and personal injury in Iowa.

http://www.fightingforfairness.com/free-articles/

Jun 12
Iowa Motorcycle Laws: 3 Things to Know Before Getting On a Bike

Iowa Motorcycle Laws: 3 Things to Know Before Getting On a Bike

There’s nothing like riding Iowa’s highways and back roads on a motorcycle. Whether riding alone, or with friends, it’s important to always follow Iowa’s motorcycle laws. Here are 3 thing... This…
Jun 6
What You Need to Know About Iowa Dog Bite Claim

What You Need to Know About Iowa Dog Bite Claim

A dog bite can happen in the blink of an eye and leave you or a loved one severely injured, confused and in pain. You may not know what to do next. If you or a loved one has been attacked by a do... This article What You Need…
May 30
Social Media and Iowa Nursing Home Abuse

Social Media and Iowa Nursing Home Abuse

In this day and age of social media, Iowa nursing home abuse has taken a different path. An example of this has been illustrated in a story by NPR. A certified nursing assistant (CNA) for an Iowa n... This article Social Media and…

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Rush On Business

Covers business litigation, employment law, franchise law, incorporation and starting a business. By Rush Nigut.

http://www.rushonbusiness.com/

May 18
Iowa LLC and Incorporation Fast Track Filing Service

Iowa LLC and Incorporation Fast Track Filing Service

I am excited to announce that I have been a part of a pilot project through the Iowa Secretary of State’s office which now enables our law firm to offer online fast track limited liability company (LLC) and incorporation filing…
May 17
Michigan State $500 Million Settlement Should be a Wake Up Call for Business and Organizational Leader

Michigan State $500 Million Settlement Should be a Wake Up Call for Business and Organizational Leader

On our new Brick Gentry Trial Team Blog I write about how the $500,000,000 settlement Michigan State is paying to the young woman sexually abused by Larry Nassar sends a strong message to business and organizational leaders. DO THE RIGHT…
May 15
Buying a Franchise: Is it Really a Proven Business Model?

Buying a Franchise: Is it Really a Proven Business Model?

One of the things I hear over and over from distressed franchisees is that they purchased a franchise because it was a “proven business model.” Now, I don’t blame most franchisees for this thought process as they head into…

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The Ag Docket

Offers a perspective on current agricultural law issues. By the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation at Iowa State University.

http://www.calt.iastate.edu/blogpost

Jun 1
Technical Corrections Needed for Qualified Improvement Property and NOL Carryback

Technical Corrections Needed for Qualified Improvement Property and NOL Carryback

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act contains a number of provisions that apparently do not accord with legislative intent. This is, in some cases, evidenced through discrepancies between the committee report and the language in the code. Today, we will…
Jun 1
Technical Corrections Needed for Qualified Improvment Property and NOL Carryback

Technical Corrections Needed for Qualified Improvment Property and NOL Carryback

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act contains a number of provisions that apparently do not accord with legislative intent. This is, in some cases, evidenced through discrepancies between the committee report and the language in the code. Today, we will…
Jun 1
Many Orchards and Vineyards Now Exempt from UNICAP

Many Orchards and Vineyards Now Exempt from UNICAP

Generally, the uniform capitalization rules (UNICAP) have required all farmers, regardless of size, to capitalize pre-productive costs of plants that have a pre-productive period of more than 2 years. IRC§ 263A(a)(1), (d)(1)(A)(ii).…

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The Verdict

Topics range from Iowa to the national scene but concentrate heavily on Iowa cases. By Stephen D Lombardi.

http://www.lombardilaw.com/blog/

Jun 13
How Can You Get Unemployment Benefits?

How Can You Get Unemployment Benefits?

Unemployment benefits are a necessity for any worker who has been terminated or who quit their job due to reasons attributable to the employer. Most often, however, claimants for these benefits are denied at the initial fact-finding…
May 21
How to argue for underinsured motorist coverage in a wrongful death case

How to argue for underinsured motorist coverage in a wrongful death case

Auto accident claims often involve multiple insurance companies, insurance policies, and provisions within those policies. There is the liability insurance for the at-fault driver as well as uninsured and underinsured coverage in the…
May 17
How to argue in favor of coverage when an insurance company denies coverage

How to argue in favor of coverage when an insurance company denies coverage

Clients will come to us when an insurance company has denied coverage, looking for a way around the denial. Sometimes this is not possible depending on the circumstances, but often the insurance company points to language in the…

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