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Car Accidents

Motor vehicle collisions are among the leading causes of serious injury and death. When a crash is caused by a distracted, impaired, or reckless driver, victims are entitled to pursue compensation for their losses. These articles address fault determination, insurance company tactics, the types of damages available, and how an experienced attorney can help maximize your recovery after a serious car accident.

Car Accidents

Professor says self-driving cars should not behave like humans

Iowa motorists who are interested in the autonomous car industry may be aware of a fatality that occurred in March when a self-driving Uber vehicle

Car Accidents

Drivers report more cellphone use despite dangers

Some Iowa drivers might be engaging in dangerous behaviors such as talking on cellphones and texting while driving but still believe they are safe. According

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Car accident injuries may not show up immediately

It is an unfortunate fact that people across Iowa are injured in car accidents every day. Whether these injuries are minor or serious, they may

Car Accidents

The different types of car accident injuries

Iowa motorists should know that car accident injuries can vary depending on factors like speed and the presence of safety features. For example, a vehicle

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Collisions and soft tissue damage

Iowa drivers who get in an accident may wonder about the aches and pains they’re experiencing in its aftermath. If these pains are accompanied by

Car Accidents

AAA study highlights the dangers of drowsy driving

Government figures indicate that drowsy driving causes between 1 and 2 percent of the motor vehicle accidents in Iowa and throughout the U.S. However, a

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Distracted driving is a major roadway threat

Iowa drivers have good reason to be worried about the threat posed by distracted drivers on the roadways. Smartphones and text communication have become ubiquitous,

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When to report accidents to the insurance company

When someone in Iowa is involved in a car accident, reporting it to their insurance company may not be something they look forward to. Insurance

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5 tips for preventing teens from texting and driving

Distractions are a way of life, but that doesn’t mean that they’re always appropriate. If you are a parent of a teen, you probably already

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Sleepy driving just as dangerous as drunk driving

Most people in the country and throughout the world generally understand that it is unwise and possibly illegal to get behind the wheel of a

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