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27 06, 2013

June 27, 2013 First Case Update: Cedar Rapids Flood Class Action

  Cedar Rapids Flood Class Action Blog Type the search "Was Hurricane Katrina a Man-Made Disaster" into any search engine and you will find that Hurricane Katrina was an unremarkable, garden variety hurricane which would have caused very little damage had it not been for a series of human errors and bad decisions which transformed that minor storm into a catastrophic disaster of epic proportions. Simply stated, the world now knows Hurricane Katrina was a man-made and not a natural disaster. Similarly, a Class Action lawsuit was filed by Sam Sheronick Law Firm, P.C. of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and the Sacramento, California law firm of Kershaw, Cutter & Ratinoff LLP against certain railroads and others which Plaintiffs believe caused and/or exacerbated the 2008 flooding in Cedar Rapids. Simply stated, scientific evidence at trial will prove a minor, run of the [...]

June 27, 2013 First Case Update: Cedar Rapids Flood Class Action
17 01, 2013

Iowa Semi-Truck Accidents: Steps to Take to Protect your Loved Ones

  Accidents involving large trucks (also referred to as semi-trailer, tractor trailer, big rig, 18 wheeler, etc.) are among the most dangerous and deadly of all motor vehicle accidents, not too surprising given the sheer size and weight of these trucks. A variety of factors contribute to semi truck accidents including, but not limited to: overload (or improperly loaded) freight; driver fatigue; speed; substance abuse; the negligent hiring of bad drivers; faulty equipment; failure to inspect equipment; etc. Additionally, the sheer size of trucks—together with their lack of maneuverability, inability to stop well, and the inability to see lower traffic out of the truck cab—also can play a role in causing accidents. As noted in one of our previous blog posts, it has been our experience that weather is seldom to blame for causing a semi-truck accident.  For example, how [...]

Iowa Semi-Truck Accidents: Steps to Take to Protect your Loved Ones
17 01, 2013

Snowy, Icy, Slippery Winter Weather Does Not Excuse Accident

The police officer said the "weather caused the accident" so does that mean the other driver is not liable for causing my injuries and damages?  In our experience, one or more drivers are almost always at fault for causing an accident in bad weather and can therefore be held liable for injuries and damages. Simply stated, the rules of the road don't change just because the accident occurred while it is snowy, icy, rainy, etc. Generally speaking, Iowa law provides that a driver cannot escape liability during bad weather by invoking the "sudden emergency doctrine" or "Act of God" doctrine to justify or defend one's conduct in slippery weather if the driver knew--or had reason to know--that the roads are slick and the driver nonetheless chose to drive in an unsafe manner for the conditions that then existed. For example, if [...]

Snowy, Icy, Slippery Winter Weather Does Not Excuse Accident
3 01, 2012

Iowa National Guard Reduces Tuition Assistance Program: This Injury is Personal and Un-American

Iowa's finest enter the Iowa National Guard first and foremost out of patriotic duty, honor, and legacy.  While most Iowans would prefer to conveniently stay home with their families and jobs while keeping out of harm's way, Iowa Guard Members signed up for the most grueling and challenging test they could put their bodies, their minds, and their families through.  Iowa Guard Member would not have it any other way; for Iowa Guard Members, it would have been easier to join the Guard and risk their most prized possession--their own life--than to stay on the sidelines at home. These brave men and women did not do this for money.  They did not do this for glory.  They did not do this for attention.  They did it for love of country, knowing that they might not come back to their loved [...]

Iowa National Guard Reduces Tuition Assistance Program: This Injury is Personal and Un-American
15 06, 2011

10 COSTLY MISTAKES TO AVOID AFTER AN ACCIDENT

Disclaimer: The information contained here and throughout our website, and in our printed or other materials, are for general informational purposes only as this information should not be considered to be legal advice concerning your specific case. You should consult an experienced and knowledgeable attorney in this area of law to determine whether the information given in our videos, website, and other materials applies to your specific case as the failure to do so could do significant harm to your case. Please realize there are many more mistakes than those listed here, but we have listed some of the more common mistakes we've seen here. Our firm does not represent you unless or until we enter into a written fee agreement signed by both you and our firm. Click here for additional disclaimer information. Mistake #1: Believing the insurance company [...]

10 COSTLY MISTAKES TO AVOID AFTER AN ACCIDENT
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