Articles Posted in Severe Injury and Wrongful Death

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 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…

Negligence in Alaska – often, negligence is confused for criminal activity. Criminal negligence involves behavior so reckless or careless that it shows a significant disregard for others and creates a high risk of serious harm or death. It goes beyond simple mistake or carelessness. In Alaska, as in other states, ordinary or civil negligence occurs…

Alaska Cell Phone Distractions – Along with the warm weather summer brings, Alaska also sees an uptick in pedestrian activity as the winter’s inhospitable temperatures no longer banish people to the indoors or the warmth of motor vehicles. However, along with more foot traffic comes the greater likelihood of distracted walking. Cell Phone Distractions: The…

Every year in Alaska, dozens of people die in fatal car accidents. Statistics from 2023 show 67 Alaskans died on Alaskan roadways that year in relation to 59 fatal car accidents. In other words, someone died on an Alaskan road every 5.4 days in a fatal car accident. Understanding Negligence In Fatal Car Accidents Sadly,…

Traumatic Brain Injury – There are two types of brain injuries: non-traumatic brain injury and traumatic brain injury (TBI). The injury results in a change to the brain’s neuronal activity, which affects the physical integrity, metabolic activity, or functional ability of nerve cells in the brain. Acquired Brain Injury An acquired brain injury (ABI) is…

Automobile Accident – Numerous types of injuries may result from a car accident. Drivers should be aware of one of the most serious injuries: head injury caused by severe impact. Consequently, hitting one’s head in an automobile collision is one of the most common causes. A head injury such as a fractured skull can result…

Spring Weather Hazards – Safe driving in Alaska is a priority, especially as driving in Spring conditions begin. With break-up approaching and the sun returning, Alaskan drivers experience a lot of unique driving conditions. Through each season Johnson Law reminds everyone to take care and drive intelligently. Tips For A Safer Spring Weather Driving Driving…

Choosing a PI attorney – For many people, choosing a personal injury attorney can be a daunting task but choosing the right personal injury attorney is incredibly important. How do you know when you should choose to hire a personal injury attorney? Do I Really Need A PI Attorney?  Some injured people don’t need a…

Personal Injury Lawyers – when can they help? You have nothing to lose by asking a good Personal Injury attorney to investigate an injury or death claim. Nothing. What is the worst that might happen? You spend 30 minutes or so explaining the situation and the attorney sees no merit, declining further involvement. A PI…