A statute of limitations (SOL) for lawsuits is a law setting a time in which parties must initiate a lawsuit. It is important to understand that limitation periods exist no matter what type of claim you intend to file. The SOL is different between states and types of cases, so knowing when claims must be made is important to not miss deadlines. Wrongful Death Claims When making a … [Read more...]
Z – Prepare For Winter Driving
Winter is quickly approaching and in some areas of Alaska snow is already on the ground. It's time to prepare yourself and your vehicle for cold temperatures and streets covered in ice and snow. Prepare Your Vehicle Aside from annual maintenance, there are many ways to enhance the safety of your vehicle during winter. As the temperature drops so does battery power; test your … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Claims
When someone dies due to another person's negligence, the passing is considered wrongful. A wrongful death lawsuit focuses on laying liability on the person who caused the incident. Unlike a criminal case, a wrongful death lawsuit requires a lower standard of proof. It is possible for someone not to face criminal charges while still being found liable for a wrongful death. There is a … [Read more...]
Life Insurance
September is life insurance awareness month to make people aware of the importance of insurance needs. Protecting your loved ones if you pass away is important but life insurance can be difficult to understand if you are not familiar with the terminology. Why do people purchase life insurance? People purchase life insurance for different reasons but there are several common … [Read more...]
Dealing With Grief
Grief describes the way a person responds to loss from different life experiences. Dealing with grief is unique for every individual. There is no "normal" way to deal with grief but understanding what grief is can help people cope. Grief does not always arise from death of a loved one although this is a common trigger. It arises from other loss too including health, relationships, or … [Read more...]
Valuing A Human Life In Alaska Courts
Losing a loved one is difficult, and when it happens, it can cause your whole world to come undone. Besides the loss you are facing, you may have concerns about finances and the impact of the loss on your children or other members of your family. Fortunately, families of victims of wrongful deaths may pursue compensation for losing a loved one. It is not easy to place value on a human … [Read more...]
