Category: General

What Is a 1031 Exchange & When Does It Make Sense?

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If you invest in real estate in places like Council Bluffs, Dundee, Benson, or near Omaha’s Old Market, you may have wondered how to keep more of your gains working for you. Many property owners explore, “What is a 1031...
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How to Handle Contract Disputes Without Litigation

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Understanding Contract Disputes A contract dispute occurs when parties disagree about some element of the document. The scope of this dispute can vary a great deal, and it could be major or minor. Common Causes of Contract Disagreements A dispute...
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How Misdemeanor vs. Felony Charges Differ in Iowa Courts

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Are you facing criminal charges in Iowa? One of the first and most important questions is whether the allegation involves misdemeanor or felony crimes. Take a closer look at misdemeanors vs. felonies in Iowa and how a criminal defense attorney...
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Changes to Iowa’s Law Limit Medical Negligence Actions

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Over a year ago, the Iowa legislature passed Senate File 465 which makes various changes to the section of Iowa’s Code relating to noneconomic damage awards against health care providers.  The effects of those changes are starting to be felt...
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Statute of Limitations: Follow the SOLs or You Could Be SOL.

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By Kale Rogers of Peters Law Firm, P.C. posted in General on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Statute of limitations (SOL) are the laws that set a specific period of time for bringing certain kinds of legal actions.  SOLs vary from state to state and between types...
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