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Here at the Lombardi Law Firm we add blog content that is personal to those involved in accidents. We write this way so you have an understanding of how we think and handle cases - your case. We invite you to call us if you think we can help you resolve your legal problems. We settle most of our cases, because we do the basic legal work necessary to understand the facts of your case. We offer on our website, relevant and concise information that you will be helpful to you as you get ready to settle or to try your case. 

We can and will do the same for you. That's my promise.

Steve Lombardi, 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com 

Welcome to the Lombardi Law Firm website. If you or an interested person are in a collision and you would like the crash analyzed you'll need to contact Attorney Lombardi. This may or may not result in an attorney-client relationship and simply asking for a review does not in and of itself create such a relationship. If you ask and Mr. Lombardi thinks you have a case he will say so and provide an agreement for representation that then creates an attorney-client relationship. The bottom line is that Mr. Lombardi has to agree to take you on as a client; the first step of course is asking him. You've got two ways: telephone 515-222-1110 or email sent to sdlombardi@aol.com.
We try to make Steve Lombardiour website an interesting source of information for all people who may have suffered an injury or whose relatives have been injured or killed. We attempt to provide information that makes you more aware of how to avoid injury and death.  We are here to assist you to stay safe and with your legal problems. Call us if you have legal questions or if you have safety concerns. (515-222-1110) We are willing to assist you in finding answers to your questions and regularly write about safety measures that readers bring to our attention. Good luck on the job and be safe. Steve Lombardi is a personal injury lawyer in Iowa, but prides himself on doing more than just practicing law.  Email: sdlombardi@aol.com

If you, your spouse or a member of your family or friends are involved in any kind of accident contact the Lombardi Law Firm. We can assist you with your claim. Steve Lombardi has more than 30 years of experience in civil litigation including death and injury cases for workers and their spouses from car, semi-truck, motorcycle, pedestrian and construction accidents and injuries. We don't charge you to talk with Mr. Lombardi to find out if you have a case. Don't delay, call him today. (515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com)

Know your rights, act proactively and protect yourself.



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I-35 I-80 I-235 I-380 Collisions/Accidents

1/23/2012
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Following too close on I-80 is asking for trouble.

Personal injury lawyer, following too close. We handle these cases so if we can help give us a call at 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com.

1/23/2012
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Does ice and snow excuse negligence?

No it doesn’t; unless there is a snow storm in July. You can’t blame the weather for driver error. It’s just that simple. 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol

1/23/2012
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Slow down while trying to pass another car on I-80 with ice covered bridge.

Glynn - Alas Elmi Iowa Car Accident Legal Analysis and Commentary contact Steve Lombardi at 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com. Lawyer with 30 years experience.

1/23/2012
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I-35 Accident - Don't just blame the guy driving the semi truck

You can't always blame the guy driving the big rig. In this case you will see why as Attorney Lombardi analyses an accident. Edgel Dibben vs John Chapman wreck

1/23/2012
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Driver suffers a stroke, which is the definition of a real “accident”.

Iowa Car Accident Legal Analysis and Commentary contact Steve Lombardi at 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com. Lawyer with 30 years experience.

1/23/2012
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Iowa winter car accidents with snow and ice covered roads

Iowa Car Accident Legal Analysis and Commentary contact Steve Lombardi at 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com. Lawyer with 30 years experience.

1/23/2012
Steve Lombardi
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Bouncing off the Jersey Barrier will not save you from being found negligent

Loya - Amin I-80 Accident. Iowa Car Accident contact Steve Lombardi at 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com. Lawyer with 30 years experience.

1/23/2012
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Fatal Accidents in Iowa as of January 14, 2012 UPDATED

Iowa Car Accident Legal Analysis and Commentary contact Steve Lombardi at 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com. Lawyer with 30 years experience.

1/22/2012
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They gave me a ticket for losing control of my truck, should I plead guilty?

If cited for failure to control, what does that mean in Iowa law? It's an indication you were probably driving too fast and not taking enough care. Read today's

1/15/2012
Steve Lombardi
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Fatal Accidents in Iowa as of January 14, 2012

Today we have eleven fatality reports to discuss; I’ll discuss them separately and one in a separate blog for the convenience of my readers.

1/8/2012
Steve Lombardi
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Hit-n-Run Accidents - Fleeing Drivers Take to Foot Following Five Recent Car Accidents

The number of Iowa hit-n-run accidents are increasing. Here Attorney Lombardi examines 5 recent hit-n-run collisions. Steve Lombardi sdlombardi@aol.com

12/26/2011
Steve Lombardi
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Load falls off of truck on highway and causes an accident

Truck drivers are responsible for their loads and for securing them so they don't fall off and cause other accidents. We look at one case.

11/28/2011
Steve Lombardi
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Lawsuit over I-35 Pileup during 2010 Blizzard is a hard sell

According to a story in the Waterloo Courier and one in the Mason City Globe Gazette a lawsuit has been filed by a Wisconsin couple following a pileup on Interstate 35 on January 25, 2010. A look at the photographs sort of say it all and begs the question the jury will certainly be asking – What were any of you doing driving during that storm?

11/22/2011
Steve Lombardi
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Semi-truck crashes causing personal injury and attorney commentary

Iowa Car Accident Legal Analysis and Commentary contact Steve Lombardi at 515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com. Lawyer with 30 years experience.

11/5/2011
Steve Lombardi
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Personal Injury News from Central Iowa for November 5, 2011

If you have a personal injury accident and need a lawyer contact the Lombardi Law Firm, 515—222-1110 or if you want a question answered you can always send us

10/23/2011
Steve Lombardi
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Add a cell phone to driver distractions and I-80’s Speed Causes Truck Accidents

In an Iowa I-80 personal injury accident you need to read the information on the Lombardi Law Firm website. www.lombardilaw.com or sdlombardi@aol.com. 515-222-1110

10/23/2011
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Remember bad weather is on the way.

Iowa I-35 80 personal injury accident you need to read the information on the Lombardi Law Firm website. www.lombardilaw.com or sdlombardi@aol.com. 515-222-1110

10/19/2011
Steve Lombardi
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Crossing the center line by being distracted by cell phone

Digital distractions are a major source of car accidents. Distracted drivers are a menace to the roads, streets, highways and interstate. People have to get a clue

9/17/2011
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Drivers falling asleep at the wheel are still liable to the passengers

When the driver falls asleep at the wheel are the passengers precluded from collecting from the driver's insurance company? The adjuster says he's not at fault.



Welcome to the Lombardi Law Firm website. Knowing your rights and how to protect yourself is important. Always be alert to risks that can cause you injury or get you killed.  Steve Lombardi provides commentary and insight on this blog, The Verdict and also writes for the Iowa Edict and on occasion on the Des Moines Register web site. Steve Lombardi has more than 30 years in civil litigation including death and injury cases for workers and their spouses for all types of accidents and injuries. Attorney Steve Lombardi is a personal injury lawyer. Join us in making the world a safer place. (515-222-1110 or sdlombardi@aol.com )
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I-35 I-80 I-235 I-380 Collisions/Accidents

What should I do if an attorney is trying to overcharge me for an auto accident case? On July 2010 I was rear ended while on duty. That day I was transported to the hospital and scheduled a follow-up with the workers comp doctors. Upon several visits the doctor advised that neck and hip pain were pre-existing, so I decided to get a Lawyer. I went to Lawyer A, who has represented me up until Nov 2011. On November 19, I received an email from Lawyer A, who advised me the insurance company wants to settle my case for $12,500 with me receiving $5,000. I advised Lawyer A that price would not work, because I have been seeking treatments (message therapy, and acupuncture) using my personal insurance. I did not know when I was using my personal insurance, depending on how the treating doctor codes it, the insurance company can seek for me to pay them back in the future (information told to me by Lawyer A’s staff) . In addition, Lawyer A’s staff advised me to not go back to my worker’s comp doctor because my bill was too high, and for me to see a personal injury and car accident doctor. When I advised Lawyer A that did not want to settle my case with the insurance company for $12,500 with me receiving $5,000, Lawyer A offered me $6,000. I advised Lawyer A that price would not work as well and I would contact their office at a later date. I then found Lawyer B, explained the entire situation to them and signed an agreement with them and terminated Lawyer A due to me not being satisfied with the services they provided me throughout the entire time. Almost a month later Lawyer B contacted me advising me that I was untruthful and they are deciding to not take my case because per the insurance company Lawyer A settled my case for $12,500 on November 19th, and a check was already overnight to Lawyer A’s office. Now that was unbeknownst to me. I then contacted Lawyer A and their staff advised me the insurance company was in a rush and just mailed them a settlement check in attempts to clear their books before the end of the year.

Can I sue the policy holder for injuries or just the driver? I was in an accident and the other driver was at fault. He is a high school senior. The insurance policy is in a different name but same address. If the limits are low, can I sue the policy holder or just the driver? I was injured and have had two surgeries. The doctor says I will likely need more.

Do I have a case against the car manufacturer for airbags that did not deploy? I was in a accident where my vehicle was struck in the rear, my passenger side air bag deployed and the driver’s side air bag did not. I had nothing sitting in the seat on the passenger side of the vehicle. I was going 60 MPH when I was struck by a vehicle going 95+. My vehicle then struck the dividing barrier on the driver’s side. (Referring to 2nd generation air bags)

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