How Iowa’s Helmet Laws Affect Motorcycle Accident Claims

How Iowa’s Helmet Laws Affect Motorcycle Accident Claims How Lack of Helmet Use Influences Liability in Accidents Comparative Negligence in Iowa: Its Effect on Compensation Insurance Considerations for Unhelmeted Riders in Iowa Medical Implications of Not Wearing a Helmet Calculating Damages: The Helmet Factor Educating Riders: Helmet Safety and Legal Implications According to the Iowa Department of Transportation, 49 motorcyclists…

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Steps to Take After Suffering an Injury Due to Poor Road Conditions

Iowa is a unique state for driving due to the extensive rural road network, which presents a specific set of safety risks. The Iowa Department of Transportation advises that poor road conditions in rural areas increase the likelihood of accidents, including:  Varied gravel depths Washboarding surfaces Changes in the roadbed due to seasons Limited removal of snow Edges of roads…

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The Impact of E-Scooter Accidents on Urban Liability Cases

In June 2021, two boys, aged 12 and 8, were hospitalized in critical condition at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics following a scooter accident. The incident occurred when they ran a stop sign on a rental scooter and collided with a car on Mount Vernon Road. This case adds to a growing number of scooter-related accidents. Emergency services…

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Liability in Multi-Vehicle Accidents: Understanding the Complex Dynamics

In September this year, a major traffic incident occurred on Interstate 80 in West Des Moines during the morning rush hour, involving a 10-car crash. Just west of Jordan Creek Parkway around 7:45 a.m., the accident led to a significant pileup and delayed commuters for approximately one hour. Three individuals were transported to the hospital with minor injuries following the…

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