Member/Partner Amanda Richards recently obtained summary judgment for her client in an underinsured motorist case. The ruling found as a matter of law that there was no coverage afforded by the automobile policy and that the Plaintiff was limited in damages under the...
Attorneys Peter Thill and Brandon Lobberecht recently prevailed in representing the City of Davenport by obtaining summary judgment resulting in a dismissal of review reopening workers' compensation claim on statute of limitation grounds.
The appeals process is an important part of the overall legal system and the civil litigation process because it provides the parties with options and redress if they do not agree with the outcome of a decision made by the court. State and federal court decisions are...
If you are involved in a lawsuit, chances are good you have many questions and concerns to which you need answers and resolutions. If you are participating in civil litigation because of a legal dispute, it is helpful to understand what to expect to calm the nerves...
Jean Dickson was inducted as a Fellow into The College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers at the Thirteenth Annual Induction Dinner in Coral Gables, Florida, on March 16, 2019. The College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers was established to honor those attorneys who...
There are a variety of complexities associated with medical malpractice and commonly many parties involved including patients and families and medical care providers, professionals and doctors. As is true of any legal dispute, it is important for the parties involved...
Whether a workers' compensation claim for benefits is being pursued or being defended against, it is helpful to understand the basics of workers' compensation benefits. It is also useful to be familiar with the different categories of benefits which may be generally...
Setting up a business is a big step for many entrepreneurs and business owners. As a result, anyone starting a business should be familiar with legal resources and options available to them as they are establishing their business and choosing a business form. Choosing...
Registration is now open for our spring seminar. Our Workers' Compensation and Employment Law team will be presenting topics to help you successfully investigate and defend workers' compensation claims and related employment law matters. Please click the link below...
As more employers look to give their workplace a communal vibe, the line between work and leisure can get blurry. However, the difference between the two can make a huge impact on how a workers’ compensation case is handled if someone gets hurt. Here are a few...
