The Iowa Supreme Court, in County Bank v. Shalla, unanimously held that Iowa Code section 535.17 bars negligence and fraud claims against banks. The decision was premised upon the Iowa credit agreement statute of frauds, which provides that a “credit
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Employment Law Seminar: Agenda Announced
The Dickinson Bradshaw Employment Law Seminar is just around the corner on Thursday, June 12th at The Meadows Events & Conference Center in Altoona, Iowa.
Our experienced attorneys are in the process of preparing some great educational sessions designed to help…
Summer Banking Pop-Up Seminar: The Future of Problem-Solving
Join Dickinson Bradshaw and Forvis Mazars on Wednesday, June 18th for a summer pop-up seminar with the Bank Holding Company Association (BHCA) as we bring together community thought leaders, industry experts, and forward-thinking professionals to explore cutting-edge strategies and tools…
Dickinson Bradshaw Attorneys Reaffirm Oath at Law Day Ceremony
Sponsored by the Iowa State Bar Association, a number of Dickinson Bradshaw attorneys joined more than 200 lawyers from across the metropolitan area on May 1 to participate in Law Day at the Iowa Judicial Branch building.
During the event,…
Court of Appeals Decision May Remove State Tax Exemptions of College Conferences, Property Owned Jointly by Cities and Counties, and Catholic Schools
A recent opinion from the Iowa Court of Appeals may have far-reaching tax consequences for cities and counties, private nonprofit educational institutions, and other entities who are relying on the tax exemption of their members as the basis for the…
Legal Webinar: State and Federal DEI Related Changes
The Trump Administration has made it clear they will target private sector businesses that do not comply with the Administration’s goal to end DEI and affirmative action. To help protect your business, you won’t want to miss a virtual webinar…
Financial Institutions Advised to Immediately End Affirmative Action Programs Based on Sex and Race
During his first few months in office, President Trump and his Administration have taken a number of steps to eliminate “illegal” Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (“DEI”) programs. While “illegal” DEI programs are yet to be clearly defined, and the guidance is still…
Kenkel, O’Brien Obtain Second Favorable Decision for Client before Iowa Supreme Court
On March 21, 2025, Dickinson Bradshaw insurance coverage litigators Benjamin J. Kenkel and Sean O’Brien obtained a favorable decision for their client in Waterloo Community School District v. Employers Mutual Casualty Company, affirming the district court’s summary judgment.
The Iowa…
Kenkel, O’Brien Obtain Favorable Decision for Client in Iowa Supreme Court
On March 21, 2025, Dickinson Bradshaw insurance coverage litigators Benjamin J. Kenkel and Sean O’Brien obtained a favorable decision for their client in Heartland Co-op v. Nationwide Agribusiness Insurance Company, affirming the district court’s summary judgment.
The Iowa Supreme Court…
Dickinson Bradshaw Wins Healthcare/Life Sciences Deal of the Year Award
Dickinson Bradshaw restructuring and bankruptcy attorneys Jeffrey D. Goetz and Brennan B. Eddie have been honored with an award by The M&A Advisor for their work in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring of Tabor Manor Care Center.
Goetz will receive the…