September is Pain Awareness Month which aims to shed light on the truths about pain and pain management. Understanding pain can be difficult for individuals who haven't experienced pain or required pain management. Different types of pain require different treatments, and some pain can be lifelong. It's important to understand the complexities of pain. Understanding Pain Pain is … [Read more...]
Overdose Awareness
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is a global event held August 31 each year. IOAD's purpose is to raise general awareness of overdose and to break the negative stigma around drug-related deaths. It also acknowledges the grief of families and friends suffering loss, or individuals with a permanent injury due to drug overdose. Thousands of people die every year from drug … [Read more...]
Z – Increasing Risk Of Car Accidents
When you head out on the road, the last thing you expect is to end up in a car crash. You shouldn't have to worry about negligent drivers making your ride dangerous, but you're always at risk when traveling in a car. Help yourself, and other Alaskans, stay safe this summer by being aware and cautious while driving. Car Accidents In Alaska Summer accidents are on the rise on Glenn … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Claims For Children
The loss of a child is an incredibly heartbreaking event to experience, especially as a parent. When anyone, adult or child, dies due to the negligence of another person, it is called wrongful death. When children are the victims of wrongful death cases, factors change in comparison to when adults are victims. Wrongful Death Factors The factor that weighs heaviest in a wrongful … [Read more...]
Criminal Versus Civil Law In A Wrongful Death Case
When a death occurs, it is important to consider how the person died. If someone dies because of another person's negligence or unlawful behavior, the family of the deceased person may need to file a wrongful death case. In some cases, there can be a criminal law case relating to a death. If someone dies due to another's unlawful behavior, the state may pursue criminal charges. … [Read more...]
Use Turn Signals In Alaska
Signaling before every turn while driving is not only courteous to drivers around you, it's also the law in Alaska. Many drivers in Alaska have experienced the frustrating, and dangerous, moment another driver has changed direction of their vehicle without using a signal. A large amount of accidents could have been avoided if the driver at fault had indicated what their intentions … [Read more...]
