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Recent icy conditions may increase chance of traffic accidents

Posted on December 9th, 2009 No Comments

The state of Iowa has been hit by cold and snowy conditions in the past few days. According to weather reports, this weather is likely to continue in the short term.

These icy conditions make driving more dangerous on the road. These dangers are the result of drivers losing control of their car and being unable to see in the snow.

If you or anyone you know has been involved in a car accident due to icy conditions, contact the Iowa car accident attorneys of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

Is there a statute of limitations for Iowa personal injury lawsuits?

Posted on December 3rd, 2009 No Comments

According to Iowa law, the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits is two years in most circumstances. This means that a plaintiff can file a personal injury lawsuit within two years of the incident that caused the injury.

If the injury occurred over a period of time, such as a work-related injury, then the statute of limitations is typically extended to two years after the last day the individual's injury was aggravated.

If you have any questions regarding statute of limitations in regards to personal injury lawsuits, contact the Iowa personal injury lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

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What if someone is injured in a rescue attempt?

Posted on December 3rd, 2009 No Comments

When car accidents occur, oftentimes paramedics are not able to be on the scene immediately. Because of this, many witnesses to the accident usually can respond to the accident more quickly.

While not every witness will try to save any injured drivers or passengers, some may try and may wonder how their legal liability will be affected. Assuming the witnesses are performing reasonable safety measures, then they will likely not be charged with a personal injury claim if they further injury the injured parties.

However, if the witnesses are injured in the process, they likely will not be able to sue for damages from the people who they were trying to save.

If you or anyone you know has been injured while trying to save someone else, contact the Des Moines personal injury attorneys of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

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How to file a personal injury lawsuit against a taxi company

Posted on November 19th, 2009 No Comments

Many people use alternative means of transportation every day. For instance, instead of using a car, some people will take taxis, buses, or shuttles to work each day.

Like all other types of transportation, taxis and buses are involved in accidents almost daily. These accidents can often lead to injuries to both the passengers and the drivers.

When passengers are injured in these accidents, they are often unsure whether they can file personal injury lawsuits. In most cases, the answer is yes.

However, the passenger may not be able to file the claim against the driver but against the company that employs the driver. This company may have insurance and be interested in settling the case quickly, but if the company believes the passenger was not traveling in a safe way, then that company may take the case to court.

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car accident, contact the Iowa car accident lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

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The steps following a personal injury lawsuit settlement

Posted on November 6th, 2009 No Comments

When a personal injury lawsuit is settled, there are still a number of steps following the settlement. In some rare cases, the personal injury damages may be taxable.

Also, once the payment is received, it may need to be distributed to medical providers or insurance providers. The best way to handle these post-settlement matters is to hire an attorney who has expertise and experience in handling these cases effectively and efficiently.

If you or anyone you know is dealing with post-settlement matters, contact the Iowa personal injury lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

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Who causes bicycle accidents?

Posted on November 6th, 2009 No Comments

Given increase in gas prices and troubles in the economy, many people are turning to bikes. With more bikes on the road, there is a good chance there will be more bike accidents.

Most motorists believe that car-bike accidents are typically caused by bikes being too aggressive on the road. However, as studies have shown, the majority of such accidents are caused by car drivers.

The accidenty usually occur because the car driver runs a stop sign, turns into a cyclist's path, or opens a door on a biker.

If you have been hit by a car while riding a bicycle, contact the Iowa bike accident lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

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Negligent security

Posted on October 30th, 2009 No Comments

If a land or property owner fails to protect a person from forseeable crimes on or near the premises, then the owner may be guilty of negligent security.

Negligent security can occur even if the person on the property is trespassing. However, most negligent security claims takes place when the person is a guest on the property and sustains an injury because of a forseeable crime.

If you or anyone you know has been injured because of negligent security, contact the Iowa personal injury lawyers of LaMarca & Landry at 877-327-2600.

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The dangers of defective drug doses

Posted on October 30th, 2009 No Comments

Many people rely on prescription drugs on a daily basis. In most cases, the drugs are effective, and the user feels no side effects.

However, in certain circumstances, the user experiences severe side effects. While these effects may be related to the inherent risk of using the prescription drug, they may be caused by a defective drug.

Such drugs can lead to serious injuries and even death to users. When drugs are defective, the blame often lies with the drug maker or the pharmacy distributor.

If you or someone you know has been injured after taking a defective drug, contact the Iowa defective drug lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

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Vinton man seriously injured in two-vehicle accident

Posted on October 28th, 2009 No Comments

A man from Vinton was seriously injured in a head-on collision Tuesday. According to police reports, the collision occured when a Subaru traveling west on U.S. Highway 6 crossed the center line and crashed into a dump truck heading east on the same highway.

While the Subaru was damaged, the dump truck rolled over into a ditch and caught fire. The dump truck driver, however, did not sustain serious injuries, while the Subaru driver was taken to a nearby hospital.

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a wreck with a dump truck, contact the Iowa truck accident attorneys of LaMarca & Landry at 877-327-2600.

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The potential injuries that result from defective airbags

Posted on October 15th, 2009 No Comments

Before airbags were installed in most cars, people involved in car accidents would have a greater chance of sustaining severe injuries.

While airbags have been a safety breakthrough for cars, they also have led to their own types of injuries. Due to the design and possible defections with the airbag, people can be injured when the airbag is released.

These injuries can include head injuries, burns injuries, and broken bones. In some cases, if the airbag has a defect, then the injured party may be able to recover damages from the airbag manufacturer.

If you have been involved in a car accident and were injured by a defective airbag, contact the Iowa car accident attorneys of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

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