Jacob J. Peters

Jacob J. Peters

4.9
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 40 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Council Bluffs, IA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury

233 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA

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Licenses

Licensed in Iowa for 40 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nebraska for 26 years

State: Nebraska

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Peters Law Firm, P.C.

233 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA, 51502

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Jacob J. Peters's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Insurance

Posted by gary | May 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Give Jake a Call

Jake Had my case handled from day one when we met. Jake was there every step from Doc App to PT visits. Jake always Kept me informed on how my case was going. Very Happy on the settlement Jake got for my case. With a WC case you are Better Letting Jake deal with Insurance as he Knows how to handle ...them/

Posted by Shelly | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Attorney Review

Jake Peters of the Peters Law Firm helped me with my father's accident insurance claim. There is no way my father or I could have dealt with the insurance companies and Medicare on our own. Jake took over and handled everything for us and was very responsive to our questions and inquiries throughout ...the process.

Posted by Amy | February 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

workers compensation

Jake has been a great source of knowledge and comfort for us and especially me in the last two years. He is very straightforward, honest and very knowledgeable. We have had previous experience with Jake and another attorney in this firm and they were not only nonjudgmental and supportive but of goo...d character and ethics. When ever questions arose, Jake and his staff were there to answer them. They dealt with aspects of this case so that I could concentrate on healing. Jake is excellent at keeping clients informed which did decrease anxiety about the case at hand. Other than during deposition I never had to deal with the insurance company's lawyer and Jake was there to make sure I was treated fairly. I have recommended this firm in the past and will continue to do so. I simply cannot think of all the amazing things Jake is responsible for.

Posted by Rod | October 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Injured on the job.

After a severe injury on the job I started running the maze of WC adjusters and Doctors. I had the gullibility to believe that the WC adjuster was fair and straightforward. I was wrong. One surgery later and three months off work later I finally contacted Jake. I never really trusted insurance compan...ies before, but now, I will never even give them the benefit of doubt. Jake found numerous mistakes in their handling of my case. He had them correct them with interest. When complications developed from the surgery, I had to go to the ER. All of a sudden the adjuster decided to disagree with the ER Dr. and the Dr that preformed the surgery. The adjuster sent a rather nasty letter essentially stating that they were not liable for the ER visit and there was no way that this was connected to the original injury. Of course I had to sue them. I am not a person that has ever sued or even thought I would ever have to. In the end, Jake negotiated to have the Drs paid off in full, a fair settlement (according to the guidelines) with interest and to keep the claim open for future medical care to be paid for by the insurance company. I hold Jake Peters in the highest regard. He is very straightforward, honest and knowledgeable. If I am ever injured again he will be my first call.

Posted by Patrick | August 10, 2015 | Insurance

Work Comp Claim resolved

Jake went extra steps to help me with my claim. He found me a second doctor to help review my injury. He pushed to get my family insurance reinstated. He met me before his office hours to accomadate me when I returned to work. But what impressed me the most was he returned my phone call or email with...in 24 hrs with an answer, but more times than not it was the same day. I would definitely recommend Jake for anyone I know.

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Jacob J. Peters's Lawyer Endorsements

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DeShawne Bird-Sell

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable and organized. His response time is impeccable."

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Michael Gallner

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Peters works extremely hard for his clients. He has distinguished himself in this field. His clients appreciate his efforts and his knowledge of his practice area."

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Leo Martin

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Rogers

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Rasmussen

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Glaser

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John McHale

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

2017 Daily Nonpareil Reader's Choice Awards, Peters Law Firm

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Partner, Peters Law Firm, P.C.

1985 - 1990

Associate, Peters Law Firm, P.C.

1983 - 1985

Law Clerk, Peters Law Firm, P.C.

Associations

Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, Workers' Compensation Committee

Member

Iowa Association of Workers' Compensation Attorneys

Member

Iowa Acadamy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2001 - 2006

Iowa State Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section

Executive Council

Education

1985

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Iowa State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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