Des Moines Personal Injury Attorneys
Last updated on August 7, 2026
When you’re focused on recovering physically and emotionally from a severe injury, the last thing you want to do is struggle with an insurance adjuster. You want to heal, get your medical bills covered and recover your lost wages so you can support your family. Spaulding & Shaull, PLC, is an injury law firm committed to the Des Moines community and injured Iowans statewide, and our core mission is fighting for individuals who have been injured or treated unfairly.
How We Can Help You
Hiring a personal injury attorney from our firm means gaining a team of fierce, local advocates who treat you with a personalized, family-oriented approach. Every single one of our attorneys is a Drake Law School grad with an insider’s knowledge of Iowa judges and courts. Our clients always hear back from our team within 24 hours. From settlement negotiations to the courtroom, we’ll do what it takes to secure compensation for your injuries.
- Wrongful death: If you are grieving the death of a loved one you suspect was caused by the careless actions or omissions of another person, we will guide you through the process of a wrongful death lawsuit and strive to achieve accountability, seek closure and secure the financial future you deserve.
- Catastrophic injury: If an accident has caused you life-altering, permanent harm, a skilled accident lawyer from our team will aggressively fight for the lifelong care and recovery resources you need.
- Motorcycle accidents: Motorcyclists are more susceptible to injury than occupants of any other vehicle on the road.
- Truck accidents: Commercial trucking crashes are notoriously complex, often involving federal regulations and multiple corporate defendants. We are fully prepared to litigate a serious truck accident case.
- Auto accidents: A severe car accident can leave you with chronic pain and mounting debt. We handle the pushy adjusters, so you don’t get forced into a lowball settlement.
- Slip-and-fall: Property owners have a legal duty to exercise reasonable care to keep their premises safe for lawful visitors. If they fail, we can help you file a negligence claim to hold them responsible.
- Medical malpractice: We understand the complex new Iowa certificate of merit requirements and will aggressively fight for you when medical professionals commit critical, life-altering surgical errors.
- Bad faith insurance: If your insurer unreasonably denies a valid claim or cuts off benefits knowing it lacks a reasonable basis to do so, we can file a bad faith lawsuit to recover your damages and, where willful misconduct is proven, seek punitive damages.
Have you been injured due to the negligence of another person or entity? Our team at Spaulding & Shaull, PLC, can protect your rights. It is a stressful experience to be in a battle against a big corporation; let our personal injury attorneys work to get you the justice you need.
Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions
Being on the other side of the legal process can feel daunting, particularly if it’s the first time you’ve ever needed to find a lawyer. You should not feel anxious; you should feel in control of your personal injury case. To help with that, we are answering the Iowa personal injury FAQ.
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle a wide range of cases resulting from someone else’s negligence. This includes everything from routine vehicle collisions and premises liability to devastating catastrophic injuries and medical malpractice. In every case, our ultimate goal is to secure fair compensation for our clients.
How much is my personal injury case worth?
Each case is different. What your case is worth depends greatly on the extent of your injuries, the cost of your medical care (now and in the future), the loss of income, and your pain and suffering. We will assess your specific situation so we can get you everything you deserve.
What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Iowa follows a comparative fault law (Iowa Code Chapter 668). Under this rule, you can receive compensation as long as you are 50% or less at fault for the accident. Your percentage of fault would reduce the amount of your recovery.
How long do I have to file a claim in Iowa?
You must be very aware of the statute of limitations. In Iowa, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit formally.
Do I have to pay upfront for representation?
Absolutely not. We handle every injury case on a contingency fee basis. We only get paid if we successfully recover a settlement or verdict for you.
Take Action Today And Get The Support You Need
Don’t allow an insurance adjuster to coerce you into a lowball settlement before you understand your rights. Allow the local attorneys of Spaulding & Shaull, PLC, to stand up for your best interests. We provide you with a free initial consultation in which you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your case, ask questions and explore your options with an experienced attorney.
Speak with our Des Moines law firm today at 515-620-3355 or use the online form to receive assistance from a lawyer in your community.