Drivers who take their attention off the road for as little as two seconds increase their risk of getting into an accident, according to a study by Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety. Although the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends drivers restrict their in-car glances to two seconds, the research indicates even this may not be safe. In the study, … [Read more...]
Alaskan Law Requires Insurance, Or There Are Harsh Penalties
In Alaska, state law requires people to carry insurance coverage on their vehicles. A crash involving a driver without proper coverage can leave the driver personally liable for injuries or damages caused. According to state law, any vehicle owners or drivers can be held liable; if someone is driving a vehicle and another person owns it, you may have two options for pursuing … [Read more...]
Statute Of Limitation In Alaska
If you get hurt in Alaska, one thing to remember is there is a time limit to filing a claim for your injuries. Like most states, Alaska has a statute of limitations. What is a statute of limitations? A statute of limitations sets a time frame for a law suit to be filed. For instance, if you were injured on July 1, you have two years from that date to file a lawsuit against the … [Read more...]
Brain Injury Awareness
March is Brain Injury Awareness (BIAA) month and provides awareness to people affected by brain injuries. There are two types of brain injuries: a non-traumatic brain injury and a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Non-Traumatic Brain Injuries Non-traumatic brain injuries occur due to changes in brain function. Incidents may induce these kinds of injuries such as stroke, seizure, … [Read more...]
Z – What If My Car Accident Was Not Caused By A Driver?
It may seem like a driver's negligence is always the cause of car accidents, however this is not the case. Many car accidents involve one vehicle with no fault to the driver. In some personal injury lawsuits, the defendant will be a person or party who is not the driver. If the cause of a crash is related to a defective automobile or car part, the lawsuit may be against the … [Read more...]
Flying Ice Is A Danger To Drivers
Flying ice is not a phrase you hear very often, but it describes a real problem in Alaska. Flying ice is a danger to drivers, it is the ice that collects on top of vehicles and comes off when the vehicle travels down a highway or roadway. While it might not seem very serious, the truth is the ice could impact another vehicle or cause a driver to swerve, putting them and others in … [Read more...]
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