Employees who suffer injuries while on the job may find workers’ compensation is usually the only method of recovery. In limited circumstances, the injured person may have a claim outside of workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is an adequate method of recovery most of the time, but employees should also be aware of the following: Uninsured Employer: When an … [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...]
Common Dangers Encountered By Tourists In Alaska
Glacier Bay National Park, Katmai National Park, Lake Clark National Park, and Denali draw tourists to Alaska each year. While safety precautions are in play for tourists, not all injuries that occur while visiting Alaska are avoidable. The Alaska Department of Transportation reports that in 2010, there were 58 fatalities due to roadside injuries in the state of Alaska. However, roadside … [Read more...]
Construction Site Injuries And Accidents
Roughly 10% of all workplace injuries occur on construction sites. Due to the nature of the work, accidents are going to happen. It is important to be aware of common accidents, and alert while in a construction site. Typical Work Site Injuries Some injuries are more common than others. The most common work site injuries include: Fractures;Burns, cuts, and … [Read more...]
Understanding Personal Injury Claims
Lawyers bring individual expertise and focus to his or her practice of law. For example, personal injury lawyers ensure you are properly made whole for negligence that results in an injury. WHAT CAN A PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER DO FOR ME ? A board-certified personal injury attorney is well educated and experienced in resolving and litigating cases when a person suffers … [Read more...]
Pedestrian Safety and Personal Injury Suits
According to data from the National Safety Council, nearly 6,000 pedestrians die each year in vehicle-related accidents. Additionally, almost 85,000 pedestrians sustain some sort of injury due to the same type of accident. Pedestrians and Personal Injury Suits While many laws exist to protect the rights of pedestrians, drivers routinely ignore these laws for the sake of … [Read more...]
