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...]
Augmented Reality Game Risks
In the summer of 2016, the mobile game Pokémon Go launched where players "catch" Pokémon by walking around outside on their phone. This summer, the creators of Pokémon Go released a similar augmented reality game where players have tasks to complete themed in a Harry Potter environment. The game developers made significant changes since the first release of Pokémon Go, but the games … [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...]
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...]
Z – Justice in Alaskan Car Accident Cases
Criminal law uses tools such as prison, jail, fines, probation, community service and other penalties to punish a person guilty of a crime. Justice is shaped differently in civil law because negligence is not the same as a crime. Negligence is not a Crime What determines if an injury is a crime or negligence? An injured person is described as a victim. Justice for the victim … [Read more...]
Children and Water Safety
Water Safety year-round is important. Drowning is the leading cause of preventable death for children 1 to 4 years old. One in five people who die from drowning are children 14 or younger. For every child who dies from drowning, another five need emergency care for non-fatal water injuries.* Drowning accidents are preventable. The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Pool … [Read more...]
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