The 3 Things You Can Do to Find the Best Car Accident Attorney or Personal Injury Lawyer Near You
Over more than 25 years of honest, hard work, I have become known as the best personal injury lawyer and car accident attorney in Iowa. My clients know me, they trust me and will be my clients forever. They call me whenever they need a lawyer. Sometimes it’s real estate, probate, tax, etc. As a […]
1 in 3 Nursing Homes Didn’t Follow This Simple Step!
Long term care facilities account for more than a third of our country’s pandemic fatalities. “Nursing home residents had targets on their backs the moment the virus hit our shores,” said Mike Dark, an attorney with the nonprofit California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform. “There is an inertia about infection control and it’s too late […]
Cornell Injury Law Supports Iowa Association for Justice’s Opposition of Medical Malpractice Cap Legislation
Attorney Danny Cornell supports the Iowa Association for Justice in their mission to prevent the passage of legislation that would place a cap on the non-economic damages available in medical malpractice lawsuits. HSB596 and SSB3085 are two bills proposed by the Iowa General Assembly that aim to limit the amount of compensation that can be […]
Switching Car Insurance After an Accident — What You Should Know
Car insurance rates often raise following a car accident. Due to this fact, many people consider switching insurance companies after they are involved in a collision. But will changing providers actually help you save any money? How Long Does an Accident Affect Your Car Insurance? A post-accident insurance rate can stay with you for approximately three […]
Can a Car Accident Cause PTSD?
Yes, a car accident, particularly a serious one, is an especially traumatic experience that can leave a survivor feeling devastated. Every person reacts and recovers from trauma differently. Two soldiers who hit an IED in the same Humvee can have very different injuries. One can be shaken for a few days and thankfully not suffer any […]
How a Car Accident & Tickets Affect Your Insurance Rates
One of the main concerns for drivers is whether an accident or a speeding ticket. The answer is that both have the potential to seriously increase your car insurance rates. How Car Accidents Affect Your Insurance Rates? Generally, you will not see an increase in your rates until you renew the policy. That said, getting […]
Why Did I Choose to Become A Personal Injury Lawyer?
Earlier this week, my student intern asked me why I chose to become a personal injury lawyer. He went on to share that he has been asked why he himself chose to learn from a personal injury lawyer, better known as an “ambulance chaser.” A description we have all heard hundreds of times. I like […]
Understanding Iowa’s Comparative Negligence Laws
After being injured in a motor vehicle accident due to the reckless and careless driving of another, you will need to pursue a personal injury claim to recover your damages, including economic damages like medical bills and lost wages along with non-economic damages like pain and suffering. In Iowa, you will encounter some unique challenges due to its comparative […]
Some of the Most Common Car Accident Injuries
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 6 million accidents occur in the United States every year, 3 million of which result in injuries. Injuries in a car accident can range from minor scrapes and bruises to debilitating catastrophic injuries, or even death. Although some bodyparts are more vulnerable to injuries than others, injuries […]
Can You Get Hurt in a Low Impact Car Accident?
A low-impact motor vehicle accident might not seem serious, but despite appearances, this type of accident can cause injuries. Unfortunately, many car insurance companies believe that if minimal property damage was involved, the occupants are all likely unharmed. In fact, many car insurance companies believe that if an accident involves repairs under $5,000, it is […]
