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 Death
“Wrongful death” is an accident which takes the life of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence. Many situations contain the potential for wrongful death. In Alaska, the most common situations involve a careless drivers on slick roads. If a family member dies 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:
- Intoxication and/or drugs
- Texting
- Talking on a cell phone while driving is also really stupid. It is not illegal, but makes drivers far more dangerous.
Combining bad driving 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 to avoid those in the vicinity. Bad drivers who needlessly endanger others must be held accountable, or they will continue to drive badly.
If you have lost a loved one due to a driver’s carelessness, please contact an experienced and reputable wrongful death lawyer in Alaska. The professionals at Merdes Law Office, P.C will thoroughly discuss, review and determine if you have a case. Merdes Law Office will provide free advice and may be able to provide your family with financial relief and the knowledge that the bad driver will be held accountable. For further information or to schedule a free evaluation please contact the Merdes Law Office at 866.452.3741. 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.
