Like most states, Alaska requires drivers to buy car insurance before operating a vehicle. Alaska requires coverage amounts of $50,000 per person for bodily injury or death, and $100,000 per accident. Alaska also requires $25,000 property damage insurance coverage. Unfortunately, not all drivers comply with these requirements. Too many drivers on Alaskan roads have no insurance at all. … [Read more...]
Turn Left Safely
Making a left-hand turn is one of the most dangerous maneuvers drivers make. Failure to turn left properly may result in a crash. Crashes cause injuries. Meanwhile, these injuries may require the assistance of a personal injury attorney to ensure the injured person’s right are protected. Merdes Law Office, P.C., wants you to avoid car crashes all together. PREPARE TO DRIVE … [Read more...]
Driver Responsibility After Causing A Wreck
When someone’s reckless or careless conduct leads to a car crash, the law imposes certain responsibilities. DRIVER CONDUCT AT THE SCENE OF THE ACCIDENT First, regardless of whether someone is killed, injured, or there is just vehicular damage, the person who caused the crash must immediately stop at the scene or as close to the scene as possible. Under Alaska law, the driver must … [Read more...]
Failing To File A Timely Legal Claim Can Mean No Compensation
We all procrastinate about something. Usually something we do not really want to do, or something we think will be unpleasant. With some things however, time is of the essence. In some cases, if not done in a timely manner, the opportunity could be lost forever. For personal injury claims, the Statute of Limitations is a timeline set for claims arising due to injuries. Statute of … [Read more...]
The Dangers Of An Unsecured Load On Alaskan Roadways
It is critical for drivers operating motor vehicles to adhere to basic safety precautions. Properly securing cargo loads is the responsibility of all drivers, commercial or private. An unsecured load can fall off and hit traffic behind the vehicle, causing damage, injury and, in the worst incidents, death. THE RESPONSIBILITY OF A DRIVER CARRYING A … [Read more...]
Businesses That Serve Alcohol To Drunken Guests May Be Liable
When an accident occurs involving a drunk driver, it is fairly certain the driver who broke the law by driving under the influence will face criminal charges. This includes the possibility the law will hold them accountable for injuries and damage caused by the accident. However, even though the drunk driver made the choice to consume the alcohol, the alcohol had to come from somewhere. … [Read more...]
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