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Knowledge is power. And knowledge is safety. That's why Balduchi Law Office, PC is committed to helping you understand the ins and outs of Iowa law, particularly as it pertains to self-defense and the use of firearms for protection.

Anyone whose loved one is in jail or prison understands how frustrating and difficult incarceration can be for their loved one and the entire family. For many people whose freedom is restricted, visits and phone calls with loved ones are critical for their emotional and mental well-being while in jail or prison.

Operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) or under the influence of drugs or alcohol is prohibited in Iowa. On suspicion of impaired or drunk driving, the police can stop your vehicle and ask you to take a field sobriety test, among other DUI tests. Understanding your rights with a field sobriety test is imperative to know what to do when pulled over for DUI and ensure that you do not implicate yourself inadvertently.

Most of us have seen police shows on TV where an officer informs someone in custody that they have a right to remain silent and be represented by an attorney during questioning. This statement, required by a 1966 U.S. Supreme Court decision, is known as your Miranda Rights.

The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution was enacted to protect citizens from any unlawful search and seizure by government authorities, including law enforcement officers. Unless under certain exceptions, it is illegal for a police officer to search a person's home, vehicle, or property without obtaining a valid search warrant or following the guidelines for conducting searches.

If you have sustained an injury because of someone else’s negligent conduct, you might be entitled to financial compensation. However, you may have questions regarding what you should and should not do when pursuing compensation after an injury.

If you’ve suffered any kind of personal injury in Iowa, it’s important to reach out to legal counsel. The attorneys at Balduchi Law Office, PC are ready to help you navigate the personal injury process and pursue the compensation you deserve.

Breaking the law or committing a crime in Iowa could result in an arrest or criminal charge. Unfortunately, the consequences of a criminal charge or conviction are often far-reaching and would affect every aspect of your life.

If you or someone close to you has been arrested and charged with a crime, there’s a lot you’ll need to learn and understand about the criminal justice system, especially if this is a first offense.

You might remember the moment that you received a phone call informing you that your loved one had been in a car accident. Then again, you might have been traveling in the same vehicle at the time.