J. J. J. J. You may not be able to work, leaving you unable to pay mounting medical bills and provide for your family. Following a serious accident, it is imperative that you know how to protect your health, safety, and legal rights. An experienced lawyer can help you pursue a personal injury claim against the person who caused your accident, giving you the resources you need to move forward in life. At the Law Offices of Gallner & Pattermann, P. C. , our Council Bluffs car accident lawyers are aggressive, results-focused advocates for injured victims and their families. If you or your loved one was hurt in any type of motor vehicle collision, we are here to hold the insurance company accountable – so that you can maximize your compensation. To that end, we help our clients receive proper medical care for their injuries. It is important to have injuries properly evaluated by medical professionals. Severe injuries always require immediate emergency medical attention. Beyond that, many common auto accident injuries – back injuries, whiplash, concussions, etc. – occur with a delayed onset. Make sure you get yourself evaluated as soon as possible after a crash. Your health and safety always come first. Though, seeing a doctor is always a required step in the legal claims process. In both Iowa and Nebraska, you cannot bring an effective car accident injury claim unless you have medical records that confirm the existence and severity of your injuries. No matter the cause, nature, or severity of your collision, our Council Bluffs auto accident lawyers are standing by, ready to take immediate action to protect your rights. Our Council Bluffs truck accident lawyers have the legal skills and professional skills that you can count on. Motorcycle Accidents: Motorcyclists face additional safety risks. If you lost a loved one to a negligent driver, we can help you pursue a wrongful death claim. Most Collisions Should be Reported: If you are involved in a motor vehicle collision in Iowa, you must stop your vehicle and exchange information with the other parties. Most crashes should be reported to law enforcement. A Two-Year Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Injury Claims: There is a limited amount of time to bring a car accident injury claim. Under Iowa law (Iowa Code § 614. 1), car accident injury claims are regulated by a two year statute of limitations. Auto Accident Liability is Based on Fault in Iowa: Iowa is an at-fault auto accident jurisdiction. The party – driver, truck company, vehicle maker, etc. Car Accident Claims are Subject to a Comparative Negligence Standard: Not all car crashes are caused solely by one party. Under the Iowa law (Iowa Code § 668. 3(1)(b)), all parties to a car accident will be held legally responsible for their proportionate share of the fault. If you are found partially responsible for your own collision, it will reduce your compensation. All Injury Crashes Must be Reported: Under Nebraska law, all motor vehicle accidents that results in physical injury to any party must be reported to law enforcement. If you or your loved one is hurt in a collision, make sure it is reported to the police right away. 2. A Four-Year Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Claims: Nebraska has a more forgiving statute of limitations than Iowa. Under state law (Nebraska Revised Statutes § 25-207), injured victims have four years from the date of the crash to file a claim. That being said, you will want to get started right away. Call an Omaha, NE, car accident lawyer for help. 3. Nebraska is a Tort (At-Fault) State: Car accident liability is based on fault in Nebraska. The driver, truck company, or other party that caused a motor vehicle crash through negligence (carelessness or recklessness) will bear culpability for the damages suffered by other parties. 4. Car Crashes are Subject to Comparative Negligence: Nebraska uses a standard of comparative negligence (Nebraska Revised Statutes § 25-21). Similar to in Iowa, liability for a collision is apportioned based on each party’s level of blame for causing the accident. You need to be able to access financial compensation to pay bills and support yourself and your loved ones. In Iowa and Nebraska, injured victims have the right to hold the at-fault party (and their insurer) liable for both monetary and non-monetary damages. However, it is often difficult for people to get the full and just financial compensation that they deserve. The big insurance companies are driven to protect their own profits. To make matters even more challenging, the big insurance companies fight hard to limit their own legal liability. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize claims to protect their own bottom lines. At the Law Offices of Gallner & Pattermann, P. C. , our firm strives to obtain full and fair compensation for all medical bills, injuries, and other financial losses. When that requires taking on insurers, we do not hesitate to do so, and we do it effectively. If you or your loved one was involved in a car accident, you need strong legal representation. Contact us today to set up a free, no obligation initial appointment with an attorney. To arrange a free initial consultation with a skilled workers’ compensation lawyer, call (712) 323-0999. Our mission is to make sure that you and your family have access to the resources that you need to protect your rights and maximize your financial recovery. At the Law Offices of Gallner & Pattermann, P. C. , we provide client-oriented services to injured people. If you have been injured in an auto accident, this client-oriented service can make a world of difference. We encourage regular, weekly communication with our clients.