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Mindi Vervaecke
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 27 years of experience
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University of Iowa College of Law
Mindi Vervaecke is an Attorney at Law for Wertz Law Firm, P.C. Her practice focuses on Workers' Compensation. Mindi joined the firm in 2021 and is committed to representing injured workers throughout the state of Iowa.
As a 1996 graduate of the University of Iowa Law School with distinction, Mindi has been a member of the Iowa Association of Justice Workers' Compensation Core Group, Continuing Education Committee, Iowa Supreme Court Nominating Commission.
Mindi currently serves as a member of the Iowa Supreme Court Commission on Continuing Legal Education, in addition to her memberships with the Iowa Association of Justice and Iowa Association...
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Thomas Wertz
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 46 years of experience
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University of Tulsa College of Law
Some lawyers dabble in many different areas of the law. Not so for Tom Wertz. Shortly after moving into private practice, he turned his focus to workers' compensation and representing injured workers. Wertz quickly recognized the need for experienced attorneys in this specialized field. His commitment has resulted in a legal practice representing injured workers for more than 35 years.
His record before the Iowa Supreme Court has led to major legal changes on behalf of injured workers. These changes include:
Compensation benefits for tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and acute psychological injuries.
Home medical care for out-of-state injured workers. These workers no...
Kent Smith
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 19 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Business, Criminal and Personal Injury
Drake Law School
Duane Allen Boggs
Marion, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Workers' Comp and Employment
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Russell D Nicolet
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 17 years of experience
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William Mitchell College of Law
Russell Nicolet has always been focused on helping people through difficult situations. He became an attorney and has integrated this personal philosophy into his practice so that he could help people through some of the most stressful situations they will face in life.
Russell’s goal in every case is to help his clients get into a better position than where they were prior to contacting him.
Russell has focused his legal practice to the area of Personal Injury in Wisconsin and Minnesota. This focused approach allows him to provide clients with knowledgeable and effective representation while maintaining the...
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Tim Semelroth
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 27 years of experience
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University of Iowa
I'm Tim Semelroth. I'm a board-certified trial attorney in Iowa, and I fight for fairness for Iowans who have been injured because of someone else's fault.
My firm handles personal injury and workers' compensation cases, as well as denied Social Security Disability claims and employment law matters.
If you need someone to fight for fairness for you, contact me today.
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George B. Jones
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Denver
Attorney George B. Jones is the founder and owner of the The Law Office of George B. Jones, PLLC, in Lamoni, Iowa. A top-rated, award-winning trial lawyer with more than 35 years of legal experience, Mr. Jones devotes his practice primarily to personal injury, including car wrecks, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, work injuries, medical negligence, wrongful death, slip and fall, and other injury cases. During his extensive career he has tried hundreds of cases, and taught law courses at Graceland University, and trained prosecutors, judges and attorneys in trial practice techniques.
No matter the issues his clients are facing or how...
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Dirk J. Hamel
Dubuque, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
University of Iowa
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E. David Wright
Dubuque, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp, Business, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
University of Iowa
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Arthur F. Gilloon
Dubuque, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp, Business, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
University of Iowa
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Gerald J Kucera
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 49 years of experience
866 First Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp and Personal Injury
University of Iowa
It's easier to present your side in court when you have someone who is experienced next to you. Gary Kucera is on your side and his mission is to seek justice for those who have been injured, wronged or wrongly accused. With more than 30 years of experience in hundreds of cases, he can help you achieve the results you deserve.
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Mark L Chipokas
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 35 years of experience
(319) 366-7888
866 1st Avenue North East, PO Box 1261
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-1261
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp and Personal Injury
Mark Chipokas brings more than 25 years of experience helping injured parties maximize the amount they recover, whether that is through a workers’ compensation claim or a personal injury lawsuit. As your workers’ comp attorney, he will take special care of your case to ensure you get the most benefits possible.
Mark represents injured people throughout eastern Iowa from his office in Cedar Rapids. The office is located in the heart of the Cedar Rapids’ Medical Corridor.
Schedule a free initial consultation by calling 319-423-8011 or completing the online contact form at www.mlchipokaspc.com/contact/. Mark can review the facts of your case and...
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Bruce L. Walker
Iowa CIty, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 52 years of experience
Workers' Comp and Personal Injury
University of Iowa College of Law
Bruce is proud to have actively participated in a wide range of professional and volunteer groups throughout his career, including The American College of Trial Lawyers (State Committee), Iowa Defense Counsel (President), Defense Update Magazine (Board of Editors), American Board of Trial Advocates (member), and The Association of Defense Trial Attorneys (Midwest Regional Membership Chair & Board of Directors). Bruce is a past president of the Iowa State Bar Association and continues to serve on the administrative committee. He is also a member of the Supreme Court Access to Justice Commission and serves as the chair of the Language Access...
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Darin Luneckas
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp, Asbestos, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Iowa College of Law
With 20 years of experience, Darin Luneckas practices primarily in the areas of Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury law. Darin believes communication is key to helping his clients get the best results possible. "I have a unique approach, I want to make sure my client knows what's going on every step of the way."
Darin and his staff care about their clients. They answer calls and emails in a timely manner. They take on challenging cases and assume the risks to build solid recovery for their clients.
Darin recently stepped down as the President of the Linn County Bar Association (LCBA) and...
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Frank J. Nidey
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 43 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Appeals, Divorce and Family
University of Iowa
FRANK J. NIDEY, partner, is a 1980 graduate of the University of Iowa College of Law with distinction. He practiced as a public defender in the Burlington and Cedar Rapids offices for a total of four years. He has been in private practice since 1984. Mr. Nidey is a member of the Linn County and Iowa State Bar Associations, and the Linn County Family Law Committee. Mr. Nidey is the co-author of "Mandatory Penalties, Victim Cooperation, and the Judicial Processing of Domestic Abuse Assault Cases," Crime and Delinquency (1995). He was given the Volunteer Lawyers...
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Dillon Carpenter
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer
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J. Nicholas Russo
Iowa City, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Workers' Comp and Personal Injury
Nick has tried over 100 contested cases to conclusion and has been recognized for his legal skill and professional achievement. Nick is a fellow of the Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers which is open to membership for only 225 of the over 20,000 lawyers in Iowa. Membership is by appointment only. Nick is also Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. To obtain certification, the lawyer must pass a difficult examination, have demonstrated the requisite ski in your field to the examiners' satisfaction, have a clean ethical record, submit samples of your legal writing and submit recommendations from...
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James T. Peters
Independence, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney
Workers' Comp, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Family
University of Iowa
Chad VonKampen
Cedar Rapids, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Appeals, Business and Personal Injury
Richard Webster
Coralville, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 27 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Business and Personal Injury
University of Iowa Law School
Richard Webster
Coralville, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Business and Personal Injury
University of Iowa Law School
John Stephen Pieters Sr.
Jesup, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 47 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Collections, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Hamline Law School
David Leifker
Dubuque, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 58 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Business and Personal Injury
Marquette University Law School , Member of Law Review
Adam Wayne Blank
Tipton, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Personal Injury and Real Estate
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David Mahl
Bettendorf, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 33 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Saint Louis University School of Law
Attorney David A. Mahl is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of his clients. As a lawyer practicing in personal injury law, Mr. Mahl works daily on behalf of clients who are often facing some of the most difficult times of their lives.
David A. Mahl understands that the outcome of your case will likely have a significant impact on you and your family. When he chooses to take a case, he does so with an understanding of what is at stake and with a deep sense of commitment to the client he serves.
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J. Michael Boomershine Jr.
Newton, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 7 years of experience
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Drake University
Michael Boomershine grew up in Des Moines, Iowa. He attended Drake University for his undergraduate studies, majoring in Political Science and English while minoring in Philosophy. After developing an interest in law during his time at Drake University, Michael decided to pursue a legal education at Drake University Law School.
During law school, Michael was a member of the Drake Journal of Agricultural Law, where he served as a Note Editor. He was published in the Spring of 2017 for his writing on the topic of family farming operations and Iowa law. Michael also participated in the Drake University Legal Clinic;...
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Corey J. L. Walker
Newton, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 27 years of experience
208 N. 2nd Ave. West
Newton, IA 50208
Workers' Comp, Animal, Employment and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
At age 14, I began working for my grandfather in the concrete construction business during the summer school break. The work was hard, hot, and long, but provided me with framework for my character. My grandfather always told me to get a good education so I did not have to do hard labor for the rest of my life. I graduated from Newton High school in 1990 and played on the 1988 state 4A runner-up football team. After I graduated from high school, my mother purchased an appliance store and I began working on...
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Bryan Goldsmith
Ottumwa, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 18 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Creighton University School of Law
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H. Edwin Detlie
Ottumwa, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp and Social Security Disability
The George Washington University Law School
H. Edwin Detlie has practiced law in Ottumwa since 1982; before that, he was an Administrative Law Judge with the Iowa Civil Rights Commission for several years. Mr. Detlie is a former President of the Iowa Association of Workers' Compensation Lawyers, and is Chair of the Iowa State Bar Association's Law Practice Management Committee. He has spoken at national, regional and State conferences on workers' compensation and Social Security Disability, and is a member of the Larson's National Workers' Compensation Advisory Board for LexisNexis, the world's largest legal publisher.
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John J. Rausch
Waterloo, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 29 years of experience
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Drake University Law School
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Joel T. S. Greer
Marshalltown, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Arbitration & Mediation, Employment and Personal Injury
University of Iowa College of Law
Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers (top 1%) Past President, Iowa State Bar Association Past President, Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers (250) Past V.P., Iowa Association for Justice (f.k.a. Iowa Trial Lawyers) Founding Board of Directors, American Academy of ADR Attorneys Past Chair, Iowa Supreme Court Grievance Commission Past Member, Iowa Supreme Court Nominating Commission Top Great Plains SuperLawyers (top 5%) Board of Directors, Iowa Defense Counsel Association Board of Directors, Iowa Law School Foundation AVVO rating 10/10
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Matthew Andrew Leddin
Davenport, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Drake University Law School
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Jeffrey Swartz
Waukon, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 38 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Business, Collections and Personal Injury
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Heather Michelle Simplot
Ottumwa, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Employment, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Arizona State University, College of Law
Patrick L. Woodward
Davenport, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Iowa
Recognized as an accomplished trial lawyer by his peers, Patrick L. Woodward has been selected to the Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, which is composed of only 250 attorneys, and is a member of numerous professional organizations dedicated to the advancement of trial by jury. In his practice, Pat approaches each case with a mindset to win at trial and utilizes a team approach in each case to ensure a complete and thorough representation. Pat is also a certified mediator from the University of Texas Center for Conflict Resolution and utilizes his mediation training to assist his clients, often reaching...
Elliott R. McDonald III
Davenport, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 43 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Employment and Personal Injury
Elliott R. McDonald III has over 31 years of civil jury trial experience. He has tried over 100 civil jury trials to verdict and has tried a similar number of trials to the court without jury
James Burns
Decorah, IA Workers' Compensation Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Employment, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Kathryn Walker
Newton, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 24 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Business, Criminal and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
Michael Carpenter
Ottumwa, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 20 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Appeals, Business and Personal Injury
Jeffrey Hazen
Marshalltown, IA Workers' Compensation Attorney with 19 years of experience
Workers' Comp, Criminal, Divorce and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
