The key to getting the most from a lawyer is knowing when you need one and what type of attorney you need. For many people, choosing an attorney can be a daunting task. Choosing the right attorney is incredibly important.
Losing a loved one in an accident is a horrifying experience. The last thing a person 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 want to “make sure this never happens to another family.”
Understanding Wrongful Death
“Wrongful death” is an accident which takes the life of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence. In Alaska, the most common situations involve a careless drivers on slick roads. If a family member is killed in these circumstances, it is smart to speak with a wrongful death lawyer. When other drivers carelessly put people in danger’s way, they are legally responsible for the outcome and must be held accountable for this misconduct. If bad drivers are not held accountable, they will continue endangering others.
What Does Alaskan Law Say?
Even in the worst driving conditions, Alaska requires all drivers to exercise “due care” to avoid injuring others. Drivers who fail to drive reasonably – or who violate the “Rules of the Road” – are legally responsible for the injury or death they cause. This is particularly true when bad driving includes:
Combining bad driving habits with rough and/or slick Alaskan roads results in situations that are not only dangerous, but potentially deadly. Modern cars are big, heavy, fast, and dangerous. They require skill and constant attention. Bad drivers who needlessly endanger others must be held accountable, or they will continue to drive badly.
f you have lost a loved one due to a driver’s carelessness, please contact an experienced wrongful death attorney in Alaska. A good wrongful death attorney provides advice and will help hold the bad driver accountable. The attorney will investigate potential ways to secure financial relief for grieving families.
Today’s blog is part four of a four part series. Visit us here each Wednesday in May for examples of what to expect from and how to get the most from a lawyer. See: One, Two, and Three.
The Merdes Law Firm has been helping injured Alaskans for more than 25 years. It’s who we are. And while we hope you never need us … We’re here if you do. ~ Ward Merdes
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