Whether it’s an automobile or plane crash, a boating disaster, or a slip and fall, suffering from injuries is expensive. Medical bills quickly add up and become overwhelming. Lost wages only make matters worse by creating stress and complications. Compensation for pain and suffering may be helpful but can be difficult to understand. PAIN AND SUFFERING Economic damages, such as … [Read more...]
Accidents with Uninsured or Underinsured Motorists in Alaska
Like most states, Alaska requires drivers to buy car insurance before operating a vehicle. Alaska requires coverage amounts of $50,000 per person for bodily injury or death, and $100,000 per accident. Alaska also requires $25,000 property damage insurance coverage. Unfortunately, not all drivers comply with these requirements. Too many drivers on Alaskan roads have no insurance at all. … [Read more...]
Alaska Tourist Injuries
Alaska is a popular tourist destination, with breathtaking landscapes and endless outdoor attractions. During the 2014-2015 tourism season alone, Alaska hosted over 2 million visitors. However, Alaska’s rustic terrain is not without its dangers. Hiking, mountain climbing, biking, rafting, the use of all-terrain vehicles, small plane excursions, and a multitude of other outdoor activities … [Read more...]
Turn Left Safely
Making a left-hand turn is one of the most dangerous maneuvers drivers make. Failure to turn left properly may result in a crash. Crashes cause injuries. Meanwhile, these injuries may require the assistance of a personal injury attorney to ensure the injured person’s right are protected. Merdes Law Office, P.C., wants you to avoid car crashes all together. PREPARE TO DRIVE … [Read more...]
Aviation And Small Airplane Accidents In Alaska
Small aircraft are a popular mode of travel in Alaska. Compared to automobile accidents, aircraft accidents pose a heightened risk of serious injury or death when they occur. Aviation accidents occur for a variety of reasons. Common causes range from pilot error, to airline negligence, equipment malfunction, and/or unexpected weather conditions. When you or someone you know has been … [Read more...]
Burn Victims Deserve Restitution
Nearly half a million people were treated for burn injuries in 2016. Burns are some of the most painful injuries a person can endure. The suffering that accompanies burn injuries is extreme, and the damage can be lasting. If you suffer burn injuries due to someone else’s negligence, contact a qualified injury attorney in Alaska immediately to discuss your legal … [Read more...]
