Alaska is a popular tourist destination, with breathtaking landscapes and endless outdoor attractions. During the 2014-2015 tourism season alone, Alaska hosted over 2 million visitors. However, Alaska’s rustic terrain is not without its dangers. Hiking, mountain climbing, biking, rafting, the use of all-terrain vehicles, small plane excursions, and a multitude of other outdoor activities make the risk for tourist injuries in Alaska particularly high. In addition to fatal injuries, tourists suffer a multitude of other types of injuries every year, including:
- Slip and fall injuries;
- Brain and spinal injuries;
- Hypothermia; and
- Broken bones and fractures.
STEPS TO TAKE FOLLOWING AN INJURY IN ALASKA
If tourists suffer injuries on vacation while in Alaska, they should immediately seek medical attention. Following medical care, tourists should:
- Medical Records: Not only does immediate medical help after an accident ensure that all injuries receive proper treatment, but it results in the creation of medical records useful in a potential personal injury case.
- Police Report: Copies of any police reports should be obtained as these typically contain important research information regarding injuries and causes.
- Receipts and Records: Injury-related records and receipts should be saved to demonstrate financial losses.
- Photographs: If possible, take photos of the injury scene, along with all injuries and their causes. A visual record provides courts with additional evidence.
- Seek Legal Representation: An experienced personal injury attorney will keep you apprised of your legal rights while guiding you towards the best course of action based on your situation.
To further discuss your options with an experienced personal injury attorney in Alaska, please contact the highly professional and reputable Merdes Law Office, P.C. at (866) 452-3741 for a free consultation or visit www.Merdes.com for further information. We are here to help you. And while we hope you never need us… We’re here if you do.
Photo by Paxon Woelber [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
