What Qualifies as a "Personal Injury?"

Personal injuries are inflicted on a victim because of the negligence or intentional misconduct of another person or entity. They include physical, mental, and emotional consequences that cause the claimant to incur financial and non-monetary damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases?

According to the Iowa Code § 614.1(2), victims who were injured in accidents caused by the negligence or wrongdoing of another have two years from the date of the incident to commence the legal process.

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How to File a Lawsuit for Personal Injury in Iowa | Advice from Legal Experts

Tom Fowler

Jun 17, 2024

4 min read

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