Iowa’s Domestic Violence Firearm Law

Federal law prohibits firearm possession by those convicted of a domestic violence misdemeanor and those subject to a domestic abuse protective order. The prohibition generally lasts the length of the order.  An Iowa law restricts firearm possession by...

Accidents with No (or Not Enough) Car Insurance

I was in a car accident that wasn’t my fault, but I didn’t have car insurance (or my insurance didn’t cover the claimed damages). What can happen to me?  There are two things that can happen to you. Requirement to pay a bond or lose license / registration (up to...

Bullying in Iowa

Many parents and providers are unsure of what rights their children may have if their child has been bullied at school. Although few specific remedies currently exist, Iowa law has evolved to provide some answers. In 2007, the Iowa legislature passed a law requiring...

Housing Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Anyone may have a hard time finding a rental unit he or she can afford. There is not enough low- and moderate-income housing to meet the need. Persons with disabilities may have even fewer housing choices. Some rental units could become suitable with a few changes....

Buying a House

Some people who buy a home borrow the money from a bank or other lender. The seller gets paid in full for the property, and the lender takes a security interest called a mortgage against the home. It can be hard to get a home loan from a bank, especially if a person...