For example, a driver may be held liable for negligence in Alaska when they drive too fast and crash into another vehicle. Even though the driver in the example may violate the speed limit, negligence is not a crime. In some situations, the at-fault driver is charged with a crime. However, proceedings for negligence are civil cases, not criminal. The key difference between negligence and criminal activity is state of mind. Car accident cases usually arise because of a mistake by one of the drivers rather than an intent to hurt another person.

Alaska Negligence Law

In Alaska, an at-fault driver is accountable for damages resulting from their negligence. Justice is a matter of monetary compensation in negligence actions. If you suffer injuries in an automobile accident, you may be entitled to recovery for lost wages, pain and suffering, medical expenses, and other damages.

Alaska negligence claims also sometimes settle without a law suit when parties reach an agreement. However, contested cases proceed to trial where a jury resolves the dispute. In either case, knowledge of the law and the legal process are important to achieving a fair result.

Johnson Law has been helping Alaska negligence victims for nearly 30 years. It’s who we are. Call Johnson Law at  (907)277-3090 or use our Contact Form to discuss your serious injury case. We are here to serve you.

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