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Back to School Prep Day is observed annually on August 15, not only in Alaska, but throughout the U.S. This day is set aside for school shopping and to start adjusting your schedule for the new academic year. Back to School Prep In Alaska Back-to-school preparations in Alaska include typical tasks like getting supplies and clothes,…

PTSD After A Car Accident – In addition to physical injuries, some may suffer psychologically injuries after experiencing a car accident. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD, is a mental health condition initiated by a terrifying event, may result following a car accident. It’s common to think about an accident and feel emotions such as fear,…

Concussions often occur after a car crash in Alaska. While it is the most common type of brain injury, concussion often happen without losing consciousness or immediately showing symptoms. In car crashes, victims may experience trauma without knowing and become more susceptible to future brain injuries. Concussions occur when the brain hits the inside of…

Alaska Car Accident Injuries cause more than broken bones. Connective tissue injuries after a car crash also affect many Alaskans. Connective tissue injuries or soft tissue damage involve damage to the ligaments, tendons, muscles, and other tissues that support and connect the body’s structures. These injuries range from mild sprains and strains to severe tears and…

Alaska Negligence Cases – Most claims arising from car accidents in Alaska are based on a theory of negligence. That means one of the drivers breached their duty to drive reasonably. The failure to drive reasonably was a substantial factor in the accident, resulting in bodily injury or damages. Injury victims will not receive a…

Alaska Tourists – Glacier Bay National Park, Katmai National Park, Lake Clark National Park, and Denali draw tourists to Alaska each year. While safety precautions are in place to protect Alaskans and Alaska’s Tourists, injuries sometimes occur while visiting Alaska. The Alaska Department of Transportation reports that in 2023, there were 67 fatalities in 59 fatal crashes…

Alaska Liability Law goes beyond identifying the driver responsible for an auto accident. Negligent Entrustment, Respondeat Superior, and Vicarious Liability lawsuits hold individuals and organizations accountable for the action of a family member, friend or employee when the the family member, friend or employee causes harm to another person. Under these legal theories, the court…

Alaska Responsibility Rules go beyond identifying the driver responsible for an auto accident. Negligent Entrustment, Respondeat Superior, and Vicarious Liability lawsuits hold individuals and organizations accountable for the action of a family member, friend or employee when the the family member, friend or employee causes harm to another person. Under these legal theories, the court…

Alaska Dram Shop Law – When an accident occurs involving a drunk driver, the driver who broke the law by driving while intoxicated will likely face criminal charges. This includes accountability for injuries and damage caused by the accident. However, even though the drunk driver made the choice to consume the alcohol, the alcohol had…

Alaska Commercial Trucking – When a passenger vehicle and a commercial truck collide, the results are often catastrophic. A small passenger vehicle is no match for large, heavy, commercial truck. Unfortunately, spinal injuries, paralysis, and death are far too common in these accidents. Commercial Trucking Accident Statistics Federal and state regulators realize the risk that large commercial…