Des Moines-Ames, IA - Accident News and Resources including car, bicycle, motorcycle and truck accidents and much more.

As Iowa's capital city, Des Moines is a hub of government, business, and cultural activities. With a Metro population of 569,633, Des Moines is a large and busy metropolis. The major industries in Des Moines are insurance, government, manufacturing, trade, and health care services.

Ames, Iowa, with a population of 60,000, is the home of Iowa State University. Ames offers hundreds of acres of parks, 35 miles of bike trails, and cultural festivals and celebrations, and has been ranked the 2nd most liveable small city in the nation.

The climate of Des Moines and Ames can be severe and affects driving conditions

the Des Moines area has a hot summer type humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Summer temperatures can often climb into the 90 °F range. Humidity can be high in spring and summer, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Winters vary from moderately cold to bitterly cold, with low temperatures venturing below 0 °F quite often. Snowfall averages 35.3 inches per season, and annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches, with a peak in the warmer months.

In Accident Data Center, find information about recent Des Moines and Ames accidents here:

Des Moines and Ames car accidents;
Des Moines and Ames pedestrian accidents;
Des Moines and Ames bicycle accidents;
Des Moines and Ames motorcycle accidents;
Des Moines and Ames truck accidents;
Des Moines and Ames aircraft accidents.

After a serious accident, you may need information on major hospitals in Des Moines and Ames, including:

Iowa Methodist Medical Center;

Iowa Lutheran Hospital;

Mercy Medical Center;

Mary Greeley Medical Center.

Go to this link to get information about grief support programs and groups in the Des Moines and Ames areas.

Des Moines and Ames legal information for accident victims

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Des Moines or Ames, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Des Moines - Ames injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Des Moines - Ames personal injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Des Moines - Ames wrongful death lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Des Moines - Ames personal injury lawyer can do to help.