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Mar
Idiopathic Falls Re-Examined
The Iowa Supreme Court recently issued a decision that re-examined compensability of idiopathic injuries, specifically falls on level, unobstructed, and dry floors.
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Bad Faith When Penalty Benefits Denied
Nonconforming Use Bill Introduced
Iowa Department of Revenue Formally Publishes Amended WET Tax Rules for Landlords
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Mar
Davis Brown Attorneys Participate in NYU's Civil Jury Project
Davis Brown attorneys, alongside peers from the Des Moines metro area, participated in a "Jury Improvement Lunch" on March 12 organized by New York University School of Law's Civil Jury Project.
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Jodie McDougal Leads Training for Contractors
Lori Chesser Presents at AILA MidWinter Conference
Jodie McDougal Leads OSHA Training for HBA of Greater Des Moines
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Jan
Davis Brown Law Firm Announces New President
John Pietila was elected by his peers to serve as the firm's new president beginning January 1, 2019. John, currently chair of the Telecommunications Department, had previously served on the firm's Board of Directors from 2012-2017 including terms as Secretary and Vice-President.
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Attorney Steve Morain Announces Retirement
Davis Brown Attorneys Recognized in ISBA Pro Bono Honor Roll
Davis Brown Law Firm recognized in "Best Law Firms" 2019 list by US News & World Report and Best Lawyers
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Mar
2019 Legislative Report - Week Nine
This week was the first of four weeks between the funnels. Most effort right now is dedicated to getting bills passed by one chamber so the other chamber can begin committee work.
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2019 Legislative Report - Week Eight - The First Funnel
2019 Legislative Report - Week Seven
Deferred Compensation Considerations Within Employment Agreements
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Feb
Open Internet: Dead or Alive?
John Pietila presented this webinar on the subject of Net Neutrality or Open Internet to the Iowa Communications Alliance in February 2017.
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Corporate Governance for Commercial Telcos
Wage and Hour Issues Presentation Before NTCA and NCMIC
Wage and Hour Issues