Medical malpractice can result in devastating consequences. Whether a medical professional misdiagnosed a patient, committed negligent errors while administering treatment or overlooked critical information during patient care, their mistakes can worsen a patient's...
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How does a time-out prevent never events?
Patients who go to the hospital for treatments and procedures count on the medical team to handle their case properly. Unfortunately, procedures like surgeries don’t always go as planned. While it’s not common, there are times when the procedure is done on the wrong...
Fixing the Mixmaster: Addressing Truck Accidents in Des Moines’ Most Dangerous Interchange
The Mixmaster is a notoriously famous interstate interchange that many Iowa drivers are concerned about, and that often shocks visitors to the area. It’s the place where Interstates 35, 80 and 235 come together just north of Des Moines. This brings together heavy...
The “expert witness” hurdle in Iowa medical malpractice lawsuits
Medical malpractice cases in Iowa are subject to something commonly referred to as the expert witness requirement. Before a case can move forward, the law generally requires the injured patient to present qualified medical expert support showing that a healthcare...
When is a business liable for a customer’s slip-and-fall?
Slipping and getting hurt in a business can feel embarrassing. It can also feel incredibly painful. Some people walk away with a few bruises, but others might sustain broken bones or brain injuries. They may have medical expenses and even weeks of lost wages to...
Iowa’s new hands-free law may affect crash compensation claims
Distracted driving involving mobile phones has become a constant concern for Iowa drivers. Most people spot at least a few other motorists with their faces pointed into their laps or their phones in their hands while driving on any given trip in a motor vehicle. Those...
Prenatal records can help prove that malpractice caused a birth injury
New parents generally don't expect to leave the hospital with an infant who has major medical issues. Especially when prenatal care showed healthy development for all 40 weeks of gestation, parents expect to go home with a healthy newborn. Unfortunately, the reality...
What medical treatment does Iowa workers’ compensation cover?
Employees in Iowa have protection if they end up injured in workplace incidents or sickened due to their job functions. Workers’ compensation benefits can help diminish the financial harm caused by a job-related medical challenge. Professionals who follow the right...
3 serious medical issues caused by dog bites
Some dog bites are minor issues. They are frightening and stressful, but the injuries generated are ultimately minor. Other dog bite incidents are far more serious. People can sustain serious injuries that generate major medical expenses or cause long-term medical...
How do you prove medical negligence for a delayed diagnosis in Iowa?
You trust your doctor to spot warning signs when something feels wrong. Whether you have a persistent cough or sudden chest pain, you expect a clear answer and recovery plan. When a medical professional misses a red flag, your condition can quietly worsen while you...

