Jury Trials Suspended until February 1, 2021
November 17, 2020
Chief Justice Christensen issued an order suspending jury trials in Iowa state courts until February 1, 2021.
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Shuttleworth & Ingersoll Named in 2021 Release of “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News and Best Lawyers
November 5, 2020
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll received twenty-one rankings in the Metropolitan Tier 1 category and an additional twelve rankings in the Metropolitan Tier 2 category. Firms that received a tier designation reflect the highest level of respect a firm can earn among other leading lawyers and clients from the same communities and practice areas.
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Shuttleworth & Ingersoll Joins Time to Vote Movement
November 3, 2020
More than 700 Companies Commit to Giving Employees Time to Vote November, 2020Shuttleworth & Ingersoll stands with more than 700 companies have now joined Time to Vote, a business-led, nonpartisan coalition that aims to increase voter participation in the U.S.…
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Shuttleworth Attorneys Recognized for Pro Bono Work
October 23, 2020
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C. attorneys donate hundreds of hours of pro bono legal services every year. The Iowa State Bar Association (ISBA) annually recognizes these attorneys, and others across the state, who perform pro bono work for clients who would otherwise be unable to afford the assistance of an attorney. In 2020, eighteen Firm attorney received this recognition which is published in the October issue of Iowa Lawyer Magazine.
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Attorney Trica Hoffman-Simanek Presents to the Iowa Health Care Association on the topic of Preventing Litigation and What to Do If It Happens
October 19, 2020
With jury verdict awards trending upward nationally, there are many compelling reasons businesses should want to avoid litigation. Time spent preparing a matter for trial takes away time and money from the health care provider. Disputes can also affect employee morale and damage the reputation of the business.
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Supreme Court Gives Trademark Owners Powerful Tool to Pursue Infringers
October 6, 2020
In a unanimous decision the Supreme Court lowered the burden of proof for a trademark owner to obtain an infringer’s profits. In the matter of Romag Fasteners, Inc. v. Fossil, Inc., et al., 140 S.Ct. 1492 (2020) the Court held that proof of willful trademark infringement is not a precondition to a recovery of the infringer’s profits under 15 U.S.C. 1125(a) of the Lanham Act, resolving a Federal Circuit Court split.
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New tool on Health and Human Services website called Health Apps to assist with HIPAA
September 14, 2020
The newly released Health Apps Tool was created to to help developers of mobile health applications to determine when they may be acting as a business associate under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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CDC Issues Eviction Moratorium through End of Year
September 2, 2020
The CDC acted yesterday with the CDC Order stating that a landlord, owner of a residential property, or other person with a legal right to pursue eviction or possessory action, shall not evict any covered person from any residential property during the effective period (9/4/20 to 12/31/20).
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IRS Tax Relief for Derecho Victims
August 27, 2020
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is providing tax relief to taxpayers in areas affected by the derecho that occurred on August 10, 2020. To qualify for the relief provided, individuals and businesses must reside or have their principal place of business in an area designated by FEMA as qualifying for assistance. Currently, Linn County residents and businesses qualify. Other localities that were affected may be added.
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Shuttleworth & Ingersoll Attorneys Recognized as 2021 Best Lawyers in America©
August 21, 2020
Best Lawyers®, the only purely peer review™ guide to the legal profession, announced the 27th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© on August 20th. Lawyers named to The Best Lawyers in America publication were recognized by their peers in…
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In Remembrance of Tom M. Collins
August 19, 2020
Tom M. Collins The lawyers and staff of Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C. are saddened to announce the death of long-time partner and former Firm President, Thomas M. Collins, Sr. on August 5, 2020, at his home in Tucson, Arizona. A…
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Best Lawyers 2020 “Women in the Law” Business Edition names Shuttleworth & Ingersoll Top Women Attorneys
August 5, 2020
For the 2020 “Women in the Law” Business Edition, Best Lawyers features all of our female recognized attorneys in the U.S. across all practice areas.According to data collected by Best Lawyers over the past five years, the legal industry is…
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