Alaskan teenagers know that texting while driving is dangerous. Not all teens are aware that other distractions can be just as dangerous as texting. Awareness campaigns are relatively successful, with some surveys showing fewer teens are engaging in distracted driving. The results of one study show teenagers do a number of things while driving that are as distracting as … [Read more...]
What Are The Most Dangerous Types Of Car Crashes?
As someone who has been in a car crash, one thought you may have had is how serious your crash could have been. Not all crashes are the same. After all, there are so many factors involved. Things like wearing a seat belt, getting hit in the front instead of the back, and speed all play a role in how serious a collision is. A few types of crashes are more dangerous and likely to cause … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Or Malpractice Case: Which Should You File
Wrongful deaths and deaths related to medical malpractice aren't the same, and the difference is important to your case. A person's death as a result of another person's intentional act or negligence is a wrongful death case. A wrongful death lawsuit can be filed for deaths related to car crashes, intentional killings, police killings and other accidents. Key Differences Between … [Read more...]
Ice Roads In Alaska: Are They As Dangerous As They Appear
Alaska is a beautiful state. It has variable temperatures, beautiful icy winters and plenty of things to do for winter-lovers. One thing that has been spread around America through the media is the potential for extremely dangerous trucking across the state. Yes, the roads are sometimes challenging in Alaska, and one cable TV show, Ice Road Truckers, made that obvious. How realistic … [Read more...]
Z – Mitigate the Risks of Winter Driving
Winter is a hazard in most U.S. states, but it's one that almost never leaves Alaska. Winter driving conditions, which include freezing rain, snow and ice all stay present in Alaska year-round. Depending on the conditions and where you're headed, these hazards could affect you on any drive you take. The good news is that you can prepare for winter conditions. Knowing what to do to … [Read more...]
What is Negligence?
Car crashes often occur due to one or more person's negligence. In a crash, the person who primarily causes the accident may attempt to blame the other party too. In other words, the defendant may try to place some or all liability on the plaintiff. This is a legal theory called "contributory negligence." Contributory Negligence Contributory negligence is when a person's … [Read more...]
