Alaska law requires vehicle owners to have auto insurance policies. Unfortunately, many drivers do not have enough coverage or worse, fail to have any insurance at all. A study by the Insurance Research Council found 13 percent of U.S. drivers in 2015 had no car insurance – in Alaska, the rate was 15.4 percent. An at-fault driver's insurer typically pays for damages in … [Read more...]
Safely Biking In Alaska
When biking in Alaska you'll see a variety of plants, wildlife, and natural landscapes along bike paths, sidewalks, public trails, and roadways. Alaska is full of beautiful scenery which is easy to enjoy regardless of which route you take. Stay safe and have fun when biking by being aware of your surroundings and abiding by all rules of the road. Riding Along Sidewalks And … [Read more...]
Trailer Safety: Understanding The Trailer
This week is Trailer Safety Week, utilized nationwide to raise awareness and educate individuals, businesses and manufacturers on trailer safety. Trailer safety starts long before getting on the road with a trailer attached. It is important to properly prepare and secure the trailer before towing on a roadway. Hooking Up A Trailer The first few times hooking up a trailer can be … [Read more...]
National Electrical Safety Month
May is National Electrical Safety Month to raise awareness on avoiding electrical hazards. As summer months approach with warmer weather, many people will head outside for maintenance and repairs. It is important to practice electrical safety when handling or coming into contact with electrical items outside. Power Cords Check power cords that have been stored all winter before … [Read more...]
Social Distance Barbecues
More people will be cooking out as Alaska continues to experience warmer weather. With the pandemic and related health mandates, there are limits on which outdoor activities can be enjoyed. Luckily, we can still safely enjoy the outdoors as long as we are not too close to others. Since May is National Barbecue Month, it is a great time to discuss barbecue safety. Grill … [Read more...]
Children’s Personal Injury Claims In Alaska
When a child suffers injuries, a different set of legal standards applies to personal injury claims. Mainly, the differences lie in the level of care the at-fault parties owe children injured in the accident. The increase in level of care is a legal obligation and relates to the way a "reasonable" adult would act in order to ensure the safety of the child. Adults who fail to act … [Read more...]
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