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We're committed to helping you learn more about Iowa's sometimes complicated injury laws. For example, did you know that you can receive pain and suffering damages in a car accident, but not in a workers' compensation case? Or that in a workers' compensation case you're to be paid mileage going to and from your medical appointments including the pharmacy to pick-up medications?
Well, there are many things that most injured Iowans do not know about the laws and we try to answer most of the questions here at IowaInjured.com in the various articles and FAQs (frequently asked questions) we've written. However, if you do not see the answer to your question, we invite you to take advantage of our firm's FREE and confidential injury audit. You can also request to receive any of our books at no cost to you. Our books go into more detail about your injury case and describe the process from start to finish including how to avoid costly mistakes in your case.
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Seeking Alternative Treatment in Iowa's Workers’ Compensation SystemWorkers interested in alternative treatments should speak with their doctor. If necessary, they may request alternate care with the Workers’ Comp Commissioner.
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Shoulder Decompression Surgery and Iowa Workers’ CompensationSome workers may suffer shoulder impingement as a result of their job tasks. It may require shoulder decompression surgery, covered by workers’ compensation.
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Life Services after a Work InjuryYou may qualify for life services from your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. Contact Walker, Billingsley & Bair at (888) 435-9886 for help filing your claim.
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Petitioning for Alternate Medical Care or Independent Medical Examination in Workers’ Compensation CasesWorkers in Iowa unhappy with employer-chosen medical treatment or an impairment rating received after a work injury can petition for alternative care.
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What Preventative Measures You Can Take to Lower Chances of Shoulder Injuries at WorkShoulder injuries in Iowa can be a very severe pain to deal with. Read about a few things you can do to help prevent shoulder injuries from happening at work.
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Iowa Workers’ Compensation and Distal Clavicle ExcisionsDistal clavicle excisions treat shoulder pain and are covered by workers’ compensation medical benefits. Workers may also be entitled to disability benefits.
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Fringe Benefits and Workers’ Compensation Settlements in IowaWorkers’ compensation settlements don't include fringe benefits like health insurance. Contact Walker, Billingsley & Bair at 888-435-9886 to get legal help.
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Workers’ Compensation Benefits & Epidural Injections for Back PainEpidural injections are serious treatments but covered under workers’ compensation medical benefits if related to an injury sustained in the workplace.
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome and Workers’ CompensationA worker in Iowa with shoulder impingement syndrome that’s work-related may recover workers’ compensation for medical benefits and disability benefits.
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Workers’ Comp When a Workplace Accident Requires a LaminectomyA laminectomy is a procedure performed on the back or neck. Workers’ comp benefits could be available if a workplace accident caused the related injury.
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Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Temp/Agency EmployeesAn injured temporary worker may qualify for workers’ compensation. Consider how this type of case is handled and the steps necessary to file for benefits.
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Proving Back Injuries Occurring at WorkBack injuries are one of the most difficult to prove happening at work in Iowa. It's hard to pinpoint the exact location for this type of injury.