When you head out on the road, the last thing you expect is to end up in a car crash. You shouldn't have to worry about negligent drivers making your ride dangerous, but you're always at risk when traveling in a car. Help yourself, and other Alaskans, stay safe this summer by being aware and cautious while driving. Car Accidents In Alaska Summer accidents are on the rise on Glenn … [Read more...]
The Discovery Rule
A statute of limitations (SOL) for lawsuits is a law setting a time in which parties must initiate a lawsuit. It is important to understand that limitation periods exist no matter what type of claim you intend to file. The SOL is different between states and types of cases, so knowing when claims must be made is important to not miss deadlines. Wrongful Death Claims When making a … [Read more...]
Statute Of Limitations In Alaska For Children
If your child is in an accident leaving them with severe injuries, a disability, or other issues, you want to hold the person responsible accountable. Recovering from a major accident takes time, but it is important to remember there is a time limit to file a claim. Like most states, Alaska has a Statute of Limitations that differs between children and adults. What is a Statute of … [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...]
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...]
Looking Beyond Workers’ Compensation: Alaska Workplace Injuries
Employees who suffer injuries while on the job may find workers’ compensation is usually the only method of recovery. In limited circumstances, the injured person may have a claim outside of workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is an adequate method of recovery most of the time, but employees should also be aware of the following: Uninsured Employer: When an … [Read more...]
