Alcohol-impaired driving is a major concern on Alaskan roads making awareness an important topic of discussion. On average, 30 Americans die every day as a result of alcohol-impaired driving. The positive is that alcohol-impaired driving is preventable with planning and consideration. Authorities on the subject estimate $44 billion is lost to accidents relating to alcohol every … [Read more...]
Drinking And Driving
Summer months are a great time to barbecue with the family and friends while enjoying the nice weather. Sadly, extended daylight hours and warmer weather is often accompanied with the risk of people drinking and driving. This means it is up to you to drive safer and avoid other drivers that may be driving while intoxicated. In the U.S., 29 people die daily in motor vehicle … [Read more...]
Increased Risks Associated with Holiday Travel
The American Auto Association reports that more than 27,900 Americans will be injured in car accidents during holiday travel. The National Safety Council reports that more than 250 people will die in a car crash during the Christmas and New Year seasons. A major cause of holiday travel deaths is alcohol. Bad weather also causes accidents. When you add drinking, driving and bad … [Read more...]
Is A Wrongful Death Attorney Necessary?
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 … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Claims in Alaska Involving Alcohol
Losing a loved one because of another person’s mistake – or negligence – is addressed through the civil justice system. Many people rightfully feel that when a friend or loved one dies because of someone else’s negligence, no amount of money will replace the lose. It is important to remember that financial compensation is the remedy in civil courts. At the same time, holding a negligent … [Read more...]
Automobile Accidents Involving Teenage Drivers
It is common knowledge that teenage drivers are one of the most likely groups to be in automobile accidents and fatalities. Nationwide efforts to correct this issue steadily decrease the number of deaths involving teenage drivers. However, for the first time in a decade, the number of fatalities involving teenage drivers is increasing. Increase in Auto Accidents The Governors’ … [Read more...]
