Claims Against State

If you are injured in a collision involving a motor vehicle driven by an employee of any level of government, hurt on property owned or leased by a state or local governmental unit or have any injury or loss caused by state, county or other governmental employees, suing the State of Iowa, county or local governments means following specific rules.  Chapters 669 and 670 of the Code of Iowa contain rules and procedures, special exemptions and restrictions applicable to these claims.  We have attorneys experienced in litigation against local governmental units and who have filed claims using the procedures required by the State of Iowa.  These are special rules, the failure to follow which can mean dismissal or limitation of your claim.  We can help you understand the special immunities and restrictions that can apply so you do not waste time and resources pursuing someone with no legal responsibility.  We can also examine the facts and circumstances of your case to find pathways to compensation that are not blocked or restricted.  If you think you may have a claim against some governmental unit or its employee, prompt consultation with an attorney is very important.