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Neighborhoods: Morningside, Southern Hills
AKA: Rene C Lapierre Lawyer
Categories: Attorneys, Accident & Property Damage Attorneys, Adoption Law Attorneys, Automobile Accident Attorneys, Bankruptcy Law Attorneys, Bankruptcy Services, Business Law Attorneys, Business Litigation Attorneys, Child Custody Attorneys, Corporation & Partnership Law Attorneys, Criminal Law Attorneys, DUI & DWI Attorneys, Divorce Attorneys, Employee Benefits & Worker Compensation Attorneys, Employment Discrimination Attorneys, Estate Planning, Probate, & Living Trusts, Family Law Attorneys, Labor & Employment Law Attorneys, Personal Injury Law Attorneys, Professional Liability & Negligence Law Attorneys, Real Estate Attorneys, Sexual Harassment Attorneys, Tax Attorneys, Traffic Law Attorneys, Trust Companies, Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning Attorneys, Workers Compensation Assistance, Wrongful Death Attorneys

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Address: 4280 Sergeant Rd, Sioux City, IA 51106

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Divorce
At the Klass Law Firm, L.L.P., we have extensive experience handling a wide range of family law and divorce issues for our clients. Based in Sioux City, Iowa, our firm serves clients throughout Iowa, as well as in the neighboring states of South Dakota and Nebraska.
Child Support
Parent not entitled to altered visitation during summer months even if they are off work and the child is at the other parent’s home unsupervised. Parents were disputing visitation and child support. The father asked for altered visitation during the summer months because he was off work and available to spend time with the child. The court heard testimony and determined that the child was old enough to stay home alone during the mother’s working hours. The court determined that because the child was old enough to stay home during the mother’s working hours, the father was not entitled to visitation just because he was not working during the day.
Child Custody and Visitation
When parents divorce, it is vitally important to learn about the child custody and visitation options that are available and the legal standards that apply. In many cases, divorcing couples can ultimately agree on custody and visitation issues without the need for a court order. When an agreement cannot be reached, though, knowledgeable advice and representation from a family law attorney can make a huge difference.
Adoption
Paternity
Premarital Agreement
Court finds premarital agreement did not exclude division of assets acquired during marriage. The parties entered into a premarital agreement. Some of the husband’s property was inadvertently omitted from the agreement. The district court gave the wife part of a savings plan listed as part of the husband’s premarital property in the agreement, as well as part of an annuity that was omitted. The husband appealed, arguing that she was not entitled to any of the plan or annuity. The Supreme Court held that the savings plan and annuity had earned money during the marriage. The wife was entitled to part of the money because the premarital agreement did not allow the husband to keep the benefits earned from the plans during the course of the marriage. Sitz v. Sitz, 275 Neb. 832 (2008).
Guardianship
The Klass Law Firm, LLP, is pleased to announce that Anthony (Tony) P. Lamb has become a Partner in the Firm effective January 1, 2017. Tony maintains a practice in a variety of areas including, business transactions and formations, probate, estate planning, trusts, wills, guardianships, conservatorships and litigation.
Spousal Support
The Iowa Supreme Court finds that medical support payments were spousal support and subject to modification: The parties were divorced in 2004. As part of the dissolution, Husband agreed to pay to Wife $300.00 per month for health insurance costs. Wife remarried and Husband sought a modification to terminate his obligation to pay the $300.00 per month. The district court determined that the monthly health insurance payments were part of the property settlement and determined that, as such, were not modifiable. This was affirmed by the Iowa Court of Appeals. Upon further review the Supreme Court stated that as a matter of law a provision in a dissolution decree requiring one spouse to provide medical support in the form of health insurance payments to the other spouse is modifiable spousal support under Iowa Code §598.21(3).

Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense: From domestic violence crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes, and drug crimes to driving under the influence, theft, embezzlement, and fraud, Our Sioux Center criminal defense attorney will defend individuals, organizations, and entities that have been charged with a crime.
DUI/DWI
The circuit court used a criminal jury instruction on DUI regarding the presumptions of blood alcohol levels. On appeal the court held that the criminal instruction was not appropriate in the civil case because it only considered BAC and that the jury should consider other evidence of impairment. Furthermore the court on appeal believed that the Plaintiff violated the order in limine suggesting that because he was not prosecuted for DUI he was not driving under the influence. The court opined that this improper suggestion probably prejudiced the jury so the case was reversed and remanded for a new trial.
Wrongful Death
Our attorneys are also sensitive to families that have lost loved ones while on the job. We can file a wrongful death lawsuit on the behalf of surviving family members if a workplace accident, caused by someone else’s negligence, resulted in the death of a loved one.
Traffic Violations
Sex Crimes
Theft
Embezzlement
Drug Crimes
Homicide
After law school Chris joined a law firm in Aberdeen, South Dakota, where he primarily practiced civil litigation. In 2016 Chris was elected as the Brown County State’s Attorney in Aberdeen. During his time at the Brown County State’s Attorney’s Office Chris successfully prosecuted several homicide cases and was the legal advisor for one of the largest counties in South Dakota. Chris also served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney in the District of South Dakota.

Business and Corporate Law

Business Formation
The Klass Law Firm offers comprehensive business law services for all sizes of businesses. Our attorneys guide emerging companies in business formation and business organization matters. We also advise established corporations that require reorganization to meet their changing needs. Our Sioux City business planning lawyers work as a team with business owners located in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota to help them reach their goals. We handle business transactions, planning matters and business litigation including...
Business Disputes
Throughout the life of a company there are many legal issues that must be addressed by the business owners. An experienced business law firm provides legal counsel that helps small and large businesses make informed and effective business decisions. The Klass Law Firm has extensive experience in a wide range of business law matters. We are well-versed in the applicable state and federal laws regulating Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota businesses. For more information regarding our business law practice, contact our Sioux City business planning lawyers.
Business Transactions

Workers Compensation
Iowa Workers' Compensation Commission has jurisdiction over maritime work in marina consisting of routine maintenance. | Klass Law Firm
Wrongful Termination
Employee who made "internal whistleblowing" complaint about forged training records can file a claim for wrongful discharge in violation of public policy. The state mandates training for facilities that care for patients with dementia. An employee made an internal complaint related to forged training documents. The employee was later terminated and brought this claim. Public policy is generally found in statutes and the state constitution but it can also be found in regulations meant to protect patients with dementia. The employee was protected by the internal complaint because otherwise employees would be reluctant to report activity if it put their jobs at risk. This was the first case that allowed an "internal whistleblowing" complaint and therefore punitive damages were not available.
Employment Discrimination
Employment Contract
We provide numerous services to assist business clients in the operation of their businesses. Post-formation needs may include employment agreements, standard contracts for goods and services, or the acquisitions of new or additional real estate for the conduct of business.
Employment Litigation
Employment law: We represent both employees and employers in employment-related cases. We handle cases ranging from discrimination to sexual harassment to compliance with complex federal regulations. We also counsel companies and business owners on how to avoid employment disputes through policies, handbooks, and risk management methods.
Sexual Harassment
Qualified Immunity does not exist when a supervisor is engaged in a consensual relationship that becomes unwelcomed and a sexual harassment claim arises from the conduct. The employee entered into a voluntary sexual relationship with her supervisor. The employee wanted to discontinue the relationship, however, in doing so she was afraid that she would lose her job. She alleged that at least three other employees had been fired after discontinuing sexual encounters with the supervisor. She informed her supervisor that she was uncomfortable continuing the relationship and was fearful that she would lose her job. The supervisor made sad faces at her while she worked and made efforts to be in the area where she clocked out after work. She eventually went to another shift to avoid any contact with the supervisor. The Court held that allegations were enough to survive summary judgment and the supervisor's conduct violated a clearly established right to be free from a hostile work environment.

Real Estate Litigation
At the Klass Law Firm our attorneys handle all types of real estate issues for clients in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. We apply a wide range of legal knowledge and experience to help our homeowners and business owners secure effective real estate transactions. Our real estate law clients include families with changing needs and companies that are ready to expand.
Premises Liability
Grocery store employee who was not yet on duty, was riding a bicycle, and struck a customer did not give rise to a claim against the store under a theory of respondeat superior. A grocery store employee arrived for work approximately 30 minutes early but realized that he had forgotten some of his required attire. He requested and was given permission to return home to retrieve the attire and return to work. While he was leaving he struck the plaintiff at a fairly high rate of speed causing the olive oil bottle she was carrying to shatter and cut her forearm and wrist. Her ankle was also broken. She required stitches, twelve pins, and two plates to treat her injuries. The lower court dismissed the respondeat superior claim because the employee was not on duty and not acting within the scope of his employment. However, the court remanded the case for further proceedings regarding the store's premises liability for failing to eliminate or warn against the risk from the "blind" exit of the store where the accident happened.
Real Estate Transactions
Our services range from simple residential closing transactions to complex land use, zoning, and real estate development projects. The real estate attorneys in our Sioux City law firm guide real estate transactions or proposed land development ideas from concept to profitable reality. Our understanding of business law, land use, and municipal law allows us to meet the demands of any real estate transaction. We are familiar with the real estate issues that pertain to farm land and other rural properties unique to the tri-state landscape. We represent commercial and residential real estate law clients in matters including...
Land Use and Zoning
Tony is active in the community as a commissioner on the Sgt. Bluff Planning and Zoning Commission and is a member of the Downtown Kiwanis Club. His wife, Jen is a physical therapist at Unity Point at Home and they have two children. Tony is licensed to and actively practices in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa.

Personal Injury
Our attorneys provide a wide range of legal services for accident victims, families, business owners, workers, and homeowners in the tri-state area. At the Klass Law Firm, we are committed to providing high quality service to clients seeking legal guidance in personal injury claims, family law matters, insurance actions, construction cases, and workers’ compensation claims.
Auto Accidents
Dog Bites
Personal injury: We represent individuals and companies who have been accused of being negligent or injured as the result of car accidents, construction accidents, truck accidents, defective products, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, work injuries, and slip-and-falls caused by property conditions. We handle cases involving both minor and major injuries.

Trusts and Estates

Estate Planning
For effective handling of trusts and estate planning matters in the tri-state area, contact our Sioux City trust and estate planning lawyers.
Wills
Estate Planning and Probate: We provide complete estate planning services to individuals, including preparation of wills and trust agreements. We represent Trustees and Personal Representatives in probate proceedings.
Trusts
Trusts: We have considerable experience in living trusts and estate planning and will be able to give you valuable guidance and peace of mind that your trust is prepared and funded properly.
Probate

Bankruptcy
Foreclosure
Once you have a judgment, our attorneys can assist you in turning that judgment into funds. Our capable attorneys can help you in obtaining and collecting on judgments. The firm also represents clients in business and loan workouts, and a range of other matters, including foreclosure, collection, lien enforcement, replevin, attachment, receivership, and judgment enforcement proceedings.
Tax Law

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