We're committed to helping you learn more about Iowa's sometimes complicated injury laws. For example, did you know that you can receive pain and suffering damages in a car accident, but not in a workers' compensation case? Or that in a workers' compensation case you're to be paid mileage going to and from your medical appointments including the pharmacy to pick-up medications?
Well, there are many things that most injured Iowans do not know about the laws and we try to answer most of the questions here at IowaInjured.com in the various articles and FAQs (frequently asked questions) we've written. However, if you do not see the answer to your question, we invite you to take advantage of our firm's FREE and confidential injury audit. You can also request to receive any of our books at no cost to you. Our books go into more detail about your injury case and describe the process from start to finish including how to avoid costly mistakes in your case.
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Treatment of Cuts and Lacerations in the WorkplaceIf you suffer cuts or lacerations at the workplace in Iowa, workers' compensation can cover the costs of treatment. Learn how to file a claim if injuries prevent you from returning to work.
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Lifetime Medical Benefits Under Workers’ CompensationInjured workers may be eligible for lifetime medical benefits under workers’ compensation. If you have been hurt at work in Iowa, call 888-435-9886.
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What to Expect at a Workers’ Compensation HearingWorkers’ compensation hearings consist of multiple steps in order to discover the cause of the injury.
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Get the Facts: Don’t Believe These 5 Workers’ Compensation MythsKnow the facts about workers’ compensation. Watch out for these five myths, and seek legal help if you struggle to recover workers’ comp benefits in Iowa.
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Serious Electrical Injuries and Jobs at RiskElectrocution and electrical injuries can occur in different fields. If you suffered an electrical injury at work, call 888-435-9886 for help with workers’ comp.
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Who’s Responsible When Office Politics Turn Violent?Disagreements and arguments in the workplace may lead to violence. If you have been injured at work, call 641-792-3595.
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2014 OSHA Inspection ChangesOSHA plans to inspect fewer employers in 2014 so it can conduct more thorough inspections. It will conduct more health inspections than it did in 2012, however.
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Iowan's Right to Seek Alternative Medical CareUnder Iowa law, you are always able to seek medical treatment on your own. Keep in mind that you may have to pay at your own expense in this situation.
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Expert Testimony in a Workers’ Compensation CaseExpert testimony in a workers’ compensation case can bolster certain elements of a claim. Contact Walker, Billingsley & Bair at 888-435-9886 to discuss further.
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Workers' Comp Can Cover Rhizotomy Procedures after Work InjuriesRhizotomy is a surgical procedure used to treat a variety of back problems. Workers' compensation may cover it if the condition it's treating is work-related.
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Work-Related Frozen Shoulder & Recovering Workers' CompensationFrozen shoulder is a debilitating condition that might keep employees out of work. If that's the case, they may recover workers' compensation benefits from their employer.
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Preparing for an IME - Tips You Should Keep in MindAn insurance company has the right to send you to a doctor of their choice anytime throughout your case. Provided are some tips that can help you through the process.