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Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Iowa

Written on November 9, 2022. Posted in workers' compensation.

You don't deserve to pay thousands of dollars for a workplace injury. If you were hurt while on the job, you have options. In this article, we'll discuss workers' compensation and the benefits available to you. Then, we'll tell you...
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Can My Employer Hold Me Responsible for a Workplace Accident?

Written on August 17, 2021. Posted in workers' compensation.

Once you’re hired as an employee, it’s your employer’s responsibility to ensure the workplace is safe and that you and other employees are appropriately trained for your jobs. For instance, if your job requires handling specialized equipment, your employer...
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What Happens to Your Workers’ Compensation Benefits If You Lose Your Job?

Written on July 6, 2021. Posted in workers' compensation.

We often get questions such as, “Will I still get my workers’ compensation benefits if I lose my job?” and, “Will I lose my job if I file for workers’ compensation?” It’s a complicated topic, but the short answer to...
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Changes to Workers’ Compensation: Medical Examinations

Written on February 2, 2018. Posted in workers' compensation.

By Kale Rogers of Peters Law Firm, P.C. posted in workers' compensation on Friday, February 2, 2018. House File 518, signed into law by Governor Branstad, made significant changes to Iowa's workers' compensation law. These changes took effect on July 1, 2017 and will likely lead to increased costs of...
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Scheduled Member Injuries in Workers’ Compensation

Written on October 18, 2017. Posted in workers' compensation.

Scheduled Member Injuries in Workers' Compensation By Kale Rogers of Peters Law Firm, P.C. posted in workers' compensation on Wednesday, October 18, 2017. The Code of Iowa spells out the compensation a worker can receive for permanently injuring specific body parts while on the job. The...
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Upcoming Changes to Iowa’s Workers’ Compensation Laws

Written on May 16, 2017. Posted in workers' compensation.

By Jordan Glaser of Peters Law Firm, P.C. posted in workers' compensation on Tuesday, May 16, 2017. Several changes in Iowa's workers' compensation law will take effect on July 1, 2017 due to the signing into law of controversial HF 518 by Governor Branstad. Below...
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