Bicycles belong... It’s summer, and Fairbanks drivers are sharing the road with more than just a few hardy year-round cyclists. Respect between motorists and cyclists is critical. According to the National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 800 bicyclists died and over 400,000 people suffered bicycle-related injuries in the United States in 2019. Bicycles … [Read more...]
Alaska Construction Season Safety
Alaska summers have much to offer including lots of mosquitos, the midnight sun, and construction season. It's incredibly important to be aware of potential seasonal driving hazards during the summer months. Be extremely careful when approaching and driving through areas with road work. Pay Attention In Construction Zones Paying attention and being cautious are crucial to driving … [Read more...]
Getting The Most From A Lawyer
The key to getting the most from a lawyer is knowing when you need one and what type of attorney you need. When fighting with a spouse goes over-the-line, it is time to call a family attorney. When the District Attorney’s office charges someone with a crime, it is time to call a criminal defense attorney. These example are relatively obvious. What do you do when you have been wronged … [Read more...]
Texting and Driving in Alaska is Illegal
Yes, Texting and driving is illegal in Alaska. Texting and driving is a Class A Misdemeanor in Alaska punishable by up to one year in prison and up to $10,000 in fines for a first offense. If a fatal accident occurs as a result of texting while driving, these penalties escalate to a Class A Felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines. The … [Read more...]
What Is Negligence?
What is Negligence? In many ways, negligence law embraces the signs we used to see at the local Five and Dime: “If you break it, you buy it.” When someone is negligent, he or she must be accountable. Holding someone accountable is much like the parent of a five-year-old who is running in the house – and breaks a lamp. You know what you must do next. You must help your child accept … [Read more...]
Own It – Be Accountable
Am I Responsible? “But the car is in my name…” People often contact our office, worried because they loaned their car to a friend, who then caused a crash. While these callers want to Own It - Be Accountable, they are normally concerned about two things: (1) the injured person; and (2) whether the caller is responsible. They are relieved to learn that under Alaskan law, simply … [Read more...]
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