Protecting Your Rights Throughout Eastern Iowa Since 1981
When approaching a surprise sobriety checkpoint, your kneejerk reaction may be to turn around right away and get out before you go through it. Fortunately for you, this is actually legal. However, the way you go about it will make a world of difference. It is legal to...
The blunt force of a motor vehicle accident can wreak havoc on your body. According to WebMD, internal bleeding is one of the most severe injuries following an accident. Internal bleeding may occur due to blunt force or from a penetrating object at the scene of the...
There is never a good time to get an OWI, but it is especially problematic for college students. Typically, students do not have a professional reputation or strong resume after an OWI arrest, so a conviction gets you off to a bad start in your professional life. Your...
Getting into a car accident is a disturbing situation. Insurance is there to provide the funds for fixing the damage. Unfortunately, insurers might not pay if there is even the possibility you are at fault. Specific actions can establish your innocence. Know how to...
If you currently face drunk driving charges, you need to familiarize yourself with the potential penalties you could face, including the loss of your driving privileges. OWI charges in Iowa can lead to driver's license revocation, and this could make it very difficult...
Writing is a significant part of the academic experience. Composing and turning in papers remains common for most classes. Universities have solid reasons for never tolerating plagiarism. Any student facing accusations of copying could suffer suspension or expulsion,...
Bicycles are a convenient and popular way to get around, especially in college towns. When bicycles share the road with larger vehicles, however, there is always a possibility of a dangerous accident. If a motor vehicle collides with a bicycle, the potential for...
If you have been in a car accident, then you know how troubling it can be. Not only is there damage to your vehicle and the other party's, but there are also injuries to worry about. While it may be jarring, it is important to keep a few things in mind in the event of...
As you probably know, car accidents continue to be a leading cause of serious injury in the U.S. In fact, according to statistics from Carsurance, approximately two million Americans suffer a permanent injury in motor vehicle accidents every single year. Sadly, an...
The number of states with laws allowing recreational marijuana continues to grow. This pressures other states and their policymakers to consider the same efforts. Enforcement and legal arguments may have a harder time standing up to scrutiny when neighbors allow for...
