Being involved in a car crash is bad enough, but it is worse when involving another member of your family. Maybe your spouse wrecked into you or your child hit your vehicle; whatever the case, this is a difficult position. How does insurance coverage apply in such instances? What are the steps to take following an accident involving you and a family member? File An Insurance … [Read more...]
Valuing A Human Life In Alaska Courts
Losing a loved one is difficult, and when it happens, it can cause your whole world to come undone. Besides the loss you are facing, you may have concerns about finances and the impact of the loss on your children or other members of your family. Fortunately, families of victims of wrongful deaths may pursue compensation for losing a loved one. It is not easy to place value on a human … [Read more...]
Practice Safe Driving In Alaska
There is not a fool-proof way for your family to completely avoid car accidents. Reckless drivers sharing the road make it challenging to avoid car crashes. At Merdes Law Office, we encourage our clients to practice safe driving techniques. Practice Safe Driving Techniques A responsible driver pays close attention to the roadway, reports dangerous drivers, and regularly … [Read more...]
Pedestrian Safety
Alaska has beautiful summer weather and long summer days to enjoy but these benefits include additional risks. If you are out walking, especially at dusk, dawn or in inclement weather, practice good pedestrian safety by following a few basic tips to protect yourself from injuries. Know Your Surroundings Knowing your surroundings is important and can be accomplished by keeping your … [Read more...]
Alaska Negligence Claims
Negligence claims occur when a person does not act reasonably to prevent other parties from suffering injuries or damages. If negligence is a substantial factor in causing injuries or damages, the negligent person, business or organization will be financially liable. Under Alaskan state law, parties may pursue negligence claims for injuries against at-fault parties. These kind of … [Read more...]
Uninsured Drivers
Car accidents are stressful situations, uninsured drivers make already stressful situations even worse. Auto insurance is mandatory in every state in the U.S. Each state has minimum coverage requirements to legally drive. Despite insurance requirements, approximately one in seven drivers do not have car insurance at all. People may not carry insurance for different reasons, such as … [Read more...]
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