Iowa Legal Issues Blog

The key signs of emotional trauma after a car accident

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Friday, February 7, 2020.

Being involved in a car accident, whether minor or severe, can have the potential to affect a person for years to come. Physical injuries may require that an injured person undergoes an operation or a course of physical therapy. While not visible, emotional injuries can be equally as pervasive as physical injuries and can change the way that an injured person looks at the world for a long time.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident and are suffering emotionally as a result, medical attention must be sought. The affected person may benefit from undergoing therapy or counseling. Additionally, taking legal action could enable damages compensate for the pain and suffering that the accident caused. The following are some of the most common signs of emotional trauma after a car accident.

How do I prove that a slip and fall was the fault of the premises

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Tuesday, January 7, 2020.

Becoming injured on a premises is something that can happen to anyone. Whenever you become injured, you will likely need to seek medical attention, and as a result, you will probably need to pay medical bills. You may also need to take time off work to recover from your injuries, which will result in lost wages.

The fact that you will almost certainly have suffered financial damages is just one of the reasons why you should consider taking legal action after you have been injured. By doing so, you may be able to gain full compensation for these out-of-pocket costs. What's more, you may also be able to benefit from additional damages paid out to you to cover the pain and suffering caused by the incident. However, to successfully do this, you will need to prove that the accident was caused as a result of negligence on behalf of the owners of the premises.

Filing for medical malpractice after breast augmentation surgery

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Wednesday, December 11, 2019.

Plastic surgery is becoming an increasingly common practice across the country. Breast augmentation surgery is a particularly popular choice for many people, and it is relatively safe when compared to some other forms of aesthetic procedures. However, many patients suffer from negligent practices after undergoing the operation. As a result, they may have gone through unnecessary pain and suffering. They may also have gone through distress due to being unhappy with the aesthetic result of the surgery, or they may have had to pay for additional procedures.

If you have had a negative experience when undergoing breast augmentation surgery, you may wonder if you will be able to claim back compensation. While it is possible to gain compensation through making a medical malpractice claim, it is necessary that you prove that negligence took place. The following are situations in which it's likely that you will be able to prove negligent practices after breast augmentation surgery.

Ways that minor car accidents can affect you

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Monday, November 11, 2019.

Being involved in any car accident can be an extremely stressful experience that could alter your perspective on life completely. Major car accidents can be fatal, or can lead to serious brain damage or paralysis. While it's likely that passengers will be less seriously affected by a minor accident, you should never underestimate how pervasive the damages can be.

If you are still seeking medical attention for your injury after a car accident, it is a good idea to ensure that you have made a recovery before considering filing for damages. When you feel that you are ready to move forward and take legal action, you should make sure to consider all the ways that your car accident has negatively impacted your life. The following are some ways that even very minor car accidents can affect your life.

Negligence in hospitals is never acceptable, protect yourself

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Friday, October 11, 2019.

Patients in the hospital count on medical teams to keep them safe. Even individuals who are inpatient at top-rated medical centers should know what steps they can take to protect themselves. It isn't their job to make sure that the staff members follow protocol, but knowing some basic information is greatly beneficial.

Doctors and nurses aren't infallible. They should never become upset that you are taking steps to protect yourself. As long as they are acting in your best interests, there shouldn't be a problem with you asking questions about what's going on.

5 ways that children can be affected by car accidents

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Thursday, September 12, 2019.

Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death for children. The dangers of car accidents can be mitigated by the proper use of car seats for infants and toddlers. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this can reduce the risk of death by 71% in infants and by 51% in toddlers.

There are many ways that children can be affected by a car accident, even if they were not seriously injured. If a child was negatively affected by a car accident in any way, it may be possible to file a personal injury claim in Iowa to seek damages. The following are five ways that children can be affected by car accidents.

How back injuries can affect your quality of life

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Monday, August 12, 2019.

Being involved in a car accident can alter your life profoundly. One of the most common injuries that occur as a result of a car accident are back injuries, and these can lead to chronic pain as well as mobility difficulties. Pain in the back can also be accompanied by paralysis if the spinal cord has been injured. If you or a loved one has been suffering from back pain after a car accident in Iowa, action must be taken so that the deserving amount of compensation is sought.

By understanding the nature of different types of back pain and the way that such pain can affect the patient's quality of life, you will likely feel more empowered to fight for compensation and make sure that fault is correctly attributed regarding the car accident.

5 types of motorcycle accidents

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Monday, July 29, 2019.

Riding a motorcycle is a risk. Nothing guarantees you won't get into an accident. If you have been riding for a while, you probably understand that risk better than most. Even if you haven't gotten hit yet, you have seen how other drivers cause near-misses and make critical mistakes.

Even so, understanding how accidents happen may help you prepare yourself mentally to avoid them. You may see the signs early and take evasive action. It can help. With that in mind, here are five common types of crashes:

3 medical conditions that are commonly misdiagnosed

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Monday, July 15, 2019.

It's easy to put all your faith in your medical team. You assume that they know best, so you follow their every suggestion.

Unfortunately, even the most experienced and knowledgeable medical professionals make mistakes. Depending on what goes wrong, a mistake can have a major impact on your health.

Why you should always see a doctor after a car accident

On behalf of Ball, Kirk & Holm on Friday, June 28, 2019.

Everyone who experiences a car accident should receive a medical assessment from a doctor, even if they do not have visible injuries. Some victims emerge from the wreck without any visible injuries and feeling no pain, which they assume means the accident didn't hurt them. Unfortunately, many injuries that do not cause immediate pain can cause serious long-term complications. Worse than that, some injuries that do not cause pain can even become fatal.

Delayed pain injuries can include head injuries, neck and back injuries, muscle damage, internal blood loss and organ damage, among others. Some of these injuries can develop long-term symptoms that leave victims with lasting pain, but early detection by a doctor can sometimes reduce recovery time and even avoid some serious results of the injuries entirely.