The American Auto Association reports that more than 27,900 Americans will be injured in car accidents during holiday travel. The National Safety Council reports that more than 250 people will die in a car crash during the Christmas and New Year seasons. A major cause of holiday travel deaths is alcohol. Bad weather also causes accidents. When you add drinking, driving and bad … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Claims in Alaska
Alaska residents who lose loved ones in an accident may wonder if the accident justifies a wrongful death claim. First, it is not necessary for there to be a criminal case first. A wrongful death suit may be filed without a criminal case. A wrongful death claim may proceed even if a criminal case fails. Unlike a criminal case, a civil suit does not have to be proven beyond a … [Read more...]
Is A Wrongful Death Attorney Necessary?
Losing a loved one in an accident is an awful and horrifying experience. The last thing anyone wants to think of during the grieving process is hiring a wrongful death attorney. Family members need time to work through the stages of grief, including anger, fear, and blame. At some point, many families land on “making sure this never happens to another family.” Understanding Wrongful … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Claims in Alaska Involving Alcohol
Losing a loved one because of another person’s mistake – or negligence – is addressed through the civil justice system. Many people rightfully feel that when a friend or loved one dies because of someone else’s negligence, no amount of money will replace the lose. It is important to remember that financial compensation is the remedy in civil courts. At the same time, holding a negligent … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Claims in Alaska: An Overview
In Alaska, a wrongful death claim may be filed when a person’s death results from a wrongful or negligent act or omission of another. Oftentimes the other person’s negligence is the result of bad (or drunk) driving. The Personal Representative of an estate may bring such a claim. TIME LIMITS Wrongful Death claims must normally be either: (1) informally “settled” with the … [Read more...]
Aviation And Small Airplane Accidents In Alaska
Small aircraft are a popular mode of travel in Alaska. Compared to automobile accidents, aircraft accidents pose a heightened risk of serious injury or death when they occur. Aviation accidents occur for a variety of reasons. Common causes range from pilot error, to airline negligence, equipment malfunction, and/or unexpected weather conditions. When you or someone you know has been … [Read more...]
