The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed the dismissal of a personal injury claim arising from an accident involving a horse-drawn sickle mower in a unanimous decision filed on June 12, 2026. In Shafer v. Santana, the Court held that a
Planning Around the Elective Share: The Lessons of Ibeling
In late August 2019, twelve warranty deeds conveying Arizona real estate to a Panamanian entity called the Harris 6 Foundation were recorded on a single day. Three days later, the man who signed them got married. There was no prenuptial
Brick Gentry P.C. Health Law June Update
This monthly update highlights key regulatory developments, enforcement trends, andcompliance issues affecting health care providers across the continuum – from solo practices to hospitals and large physician groups. Each section includes practical action items to help you assess risk and
Iowa Supreme Court Overturns Decades’ Old Precedent Regarding Interpretation of Tax Statutes
For decades, attorneys and accountants practicing before the Iowa Department of Revenue (“Department”) got used to the same ol’ defense argued by the Department regarding tax statutes.
Statutes which impose taxes are construed liberally in favor of the taxpayer and
Former Iowa Attorney General Thomas J. Miller Files Amicus Brief Supporting Colorado’s Interpretation of DIDMCA’s Opt-Out Provision
On July 15, 2026, former Iowa Attorney General Thomas J. Miller filed an amicus brief supporting Colorado in the en banc proceedings before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit in National Association of Industrial Bankers, et al.
July 2026 Iowa Court of Appeals Published Opinions Roundup
The Iowa Court of Appeals selects certain opinions for publication in the Northwestern Reporter. In July, the Court of Appeals selected two opinions for publication. Following are summaries of those opinions.
Thompson v. State, No. 25-0891
Opinion date: April
Register: Employment Law Compliance Workshop
In conjunction with the Iowa Bankers Association, Dickinson Bradshaw attorneys will be conducting an Employment Law Compliance Workshop for HR professionals on July 16.
Topics will include what we’re seeing today as AI continues to evolve, documentation and best practices,
Transforming Legal Business Development With Steve Fretzen
How Did You Handle Business Development Before Working With Steve Fretzen?
Prior to working with Steve Fretzen, business development was a random process without a clear plan. I relied on luck and personal referrals from people who got to know
Iowa Supreme Court Limits Human Trafficking Liability Under 2024 Statute, Requiring an Actual Victim
The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed dismissal of a human trafficking charge and clarified that, under the 2024 statute, a defendant cannot commit human trafficking by attempting to buy sex from a victim who does not exist. In a unanimous decision
Iowa Supreme Court Adopts Responsible Corporate Officer Doctrine
Joshua A. Hjelmaas
The Iowa Supreme Court has, for the first time, recognized the responsible corporate officer doctrine (RCOD) as a tool for interpreting the state’s environmental and public welfare statutes. In DNR v. Lilly, No. 25-0443 (Iowa June