It is common knowledge that teenage drivers are one of the most likely groups to be in automobile accidents and fatalities. Nationwide efforts to correct this issue steadily decrease the number of deaths involving teenage drivers. However, for the first time in a decade, the number of fatalities involving teenage drivers is increasing. Increase in Auto Accidents The Governors’ … [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...]
Alaska Tourists Who Are Injured Should Consult An Alaskan Attorney
Anyone who lives here in Alaska, as well as those who have had the pleasure of visiting, can’t deny the beauty of Alaska. For tourists who visit from outside the state, they will likely have truly unique travel experiences. Cruise Ships and Sea Planes According to the Alaska Dispatch News, close to a million people a year see Alaska on a cruise ship. Most people will have one of … [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...]
Understanding Personal Injury Claims
Lawyers bring individual expertise and focus to his or her practice of law. For example, personal injury lawyers ensure you are properly made whole for negligence that results in an injury. WHAT CAN A PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER DO FOR ME ? A board-certified personal injury attorney is well educated and experienced in resolving and litigating cases when a person suffers … [Read more...]
What You Should Do After A Fatal Car Accident In Alaska
Every year in Alaska, dozens of people die in fatal car accidents. Statistics from 2015 show 65 Alaskans died on Alaskan roadways that year. In other words, someone died on an Alaskan road every 5.6 days in a fatal car accident. Understanding Negligence Many crashes are caused by another driver’s negligence. Negligence includes drug and alcohol use behind the wheel. Authorities … [Read more...]
