Personal Injury Lawyer in Iowa
25 Years Representing Injured Iowans. On Their Side.
Pothitakis Law Firm has represented injured Iowans in personal injury and workers’ compensation matters for more than 25 years. Niko Pothitakis has focused on injury cases since graduating from law school in 1991, and the practice was built around one side of the courtroom: the injured person’s side, not the insurer’s.
While the offices are located in southeast Iowa, Pothitakis Law Firm represents injury victims throughout the state and travels where needed. Whether a case arises in Burlington, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, or a rural county in between, injured Iowans have access to the same focused representation.
If you’ve been injured in Iowa and want to understand your options, contact Pothitakis Law Firm at (319) 318-0450 for a free consultation.
When a Work Injury Also Becomes a Personal Injury Claim
Workers’ compensation covers most workplace injuries, but it’s not the only legal remedy available. When someone other than the employer contributed to the injury, a separate personal injury claim known as a third-party claim may also be available. Pothitakis Law Firm handles both sides of that situation under one roof.
How Third-Party Claims Work
A third-party claim arises when a party outside the employment relationship, such as another driver, a subcontractor on a job site, or an equipment manufacturer, contributed to the worker’s injury. Unlike workers’ compensation, which operates under its own benefit system, a third-party claim is a separate civil action governed by Iowa’s general negligence and comparative fault rules.
That distinction matters. Workers’ compensation typically doesn’t cover pain and suffering or full wage replacement. A third-party personal injury claim can pursue those damages, which may expand the total recovery available to an injured worker.
One Firm for Both Claims
When a work injury triggers both a workers’ compensation claim and a third-party personal injury claim, handling them with different attorneys can create gaps. Pothitakis Law Firm manages both claims together, keeping strategies aligned to help avoid coordination issues.
Education is also part of the practice’s approach. Rather than simply moving cases through the system, Pothitakis Law Firm helps injured workers understand their rights at every stage. The practice provides a free Guide to Workers Compensation in Iowa for workers who want a clearer picture of the benefits system before or during their case.
Why Choose Pothitakis Law Firm?
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Top-Rated by Injured Workers Across IowaOur clients trust us — and their reviews show it. We’re proud to be recognized for our dedication, compassion, and the real results we’ve delivered to injured workers just like you.
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Free, Flexible Consultations – Your Schedule, Your Terms
Whether you prefer to meet in person, over the phone, or virtually, we make it easy for you to get trusted legal help — wherever and however you need it.
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We Know the Insurance Company's PlaybookOur team understands how insurance companies operate — and we use that knowledge to build stronger, smarter strategies that protect your rights and maximize your benefits.
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Work Injury Law Is All We DoWith over 25 years of focused experience, our firm handles only workers' compensation and work injury cases. This level of specialization allows us to navigate every case with unmatched precision and expertise.
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You Don’t Pay Unless We Win
We represent our clients on a contingency fee basis, which means there’s no upfront cost. If we don’t win your case, you don’t owe us anything — it’s that simple.
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Over $140 Million Recovered for Injured WorkersWe have a long-standing track record of success, securing over $140 million in benefits and settlements for our clients. Our results reflect our relentless commitment to fighting for the compensation injured workers deserve.
Personal Injury Cases Pothitakis Law Firm Handles
Pothitakis Law Firm is a personal injury and workers’ compensation practice, not a general-practice firm that handles a broad mix of unrelated matters. Case types the firm handles for injured Iowans include:
- Motor vehicle accidents, including car, truck, and commercial vehicle collisions
- Work-related injuries that involve both workers’ compensation and third-party civil claims
- Premises liability claims, including slip and fall cases caused by unsafe property conditions
- Medical malpractice cases where a healthcare provider’s negligence caused injury or harm
What Injured Iowans Get from a Focused Injury Practice
Insurance companies approach injury claims with a strategy designed to limit what they pay. Pothitakis Law Firm understands that playbook and works to counter it. Because the practice centers on workers’ compensation and personal injury rather than a broad mix of areas, Niko Pothitakis stays close to the tactics adjusters use and the arguments used to respond to them.
Clients also get direct access to the attorney handling their case. This is a focused practice led by a single attorney, which means injured Iowans work with Niko Pothitakis directly rather than being passed through layers of staff. That personal attention, paired with more than 25 years of statewide injury practice, is a distinguishing feature of the practice.
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Our Reviews
Fighting for Justice — Just Ask Our Clients
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“Taking the case as far as possible, but knowing when to settle. Ann was great to work with, very good at her job. Kayla was also great to work with, did a very good job.”- S.B.
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“Niko was always to the point and honest about [my case]. Very courteous staff. Always able to speak with me and prompt on returning my calls. Thank you.”- C.L.
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“He kept me updated on everything. He did an awesome job for me! Couldn’t have gotten near what I did without his help! His staff is so nice and helpful too. Great place to go!”- S.D.
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“I injured my back at work, and was unable to return to my job. My employer's Workmen’s Comp. insurance company initially paid for the first few things that they were supposed to cover, but then cut me off as far as payments and communication, and lef”- Craig H.
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“I work in health insurance and still had difficulties navigating the complexities of a subrogation claim with 2 med pay policies after our son’s injury.”- Kelly A.
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“I would recommend Pothitakis law firm to anyone needing an injury or workers compensation lawyer.”- Cassandra B.
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“Niko was a huge help to me. He talked me through the process and told me what to expect. His staff is wonderful to deal with. I would not hesitate going with Niko.”- Brian H.
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“What a wonderful and pleasant firm to work with. Had issue with getting answers from company and work compensation insurance, so I called Niko and things went smoothly from there.”- Brian W.
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“Any and all issues I had with a work related injury was take care of with this awesome team. Niko and his team should be the first choice in the area for anyone suffering from a work related injury.”- Daniel M.
Track Record & Recognition
Pothitakis Law Firm has recovered more than $140 million in benefits and settlements for injured workers and other clients. That record reflects more than two decades of contested claims, insurer negotiations, and litigation across Iowa.
Niko Pothitakis has been recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers, and the practice has been included in Best Law Firms rankings. His involvement in the field extends well beyond individual cases. He has served as a board member and past president of the Iowa Association for Workers’ Compensation Lawyers, as past president of the American Association for Justice Workers’ Compensation Section, and in leadership roles with the Iowa Association for Justice.
Talk to an Iowa Personal Injury Attorney at No Cost
A free consultation with Pothitakis Law Firm carries no obligation. Phone and virtual appointments are available, so injured Iowans across the state can get answers without traveling. The practice handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no upfront attorney fees and no fees unless the practice recovers compensation. To get started, call (319) 318-0450 today.
Our Results
Over $165 Million Recovered — and We’re Just Getting Started.
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$1 Million Workers Slip and Fall
After hearing, the Deputy Workers’ Compensation Commissioner entered an award fully in favor of the Claimant finding him permanently and totally disabled. The Decision resulted in an award with the present value of in excess of $1 million. In addition, the Defendants were ordered to pay the Claimant’s medical expenses for the remainder of his life.
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$450,000 Partial Commutation
In 2013, our client was a truck driver who was fatally injured in a tragic auto accident. He was married at the time and as a result his wife was entitled to Workers’ Compensation benefits. Those benefits would end upon her death or shortly after she were to remarry. The surviving spouse was finding it difficult to live on the weekly Workers’ Compensation benefits and for other reasons wanted to have the money paid in a lump sum.
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Workers’ Comp Appeal Results in Settlement
Pothitakis Law Firm pursued this claim for in excess of three and a half years. Mr. Pothitakis conferenced with the claimant’s doctors and obtained reports over those years to put the claimant in the best position to obtain a favorable result at hearing. When the initial decision was inappropriate, Pothitakis Law Firm filed an appeal and was successful on that appeal.