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Alaska construction zone accidents often create complicated injury claims. Namely, drivers, construction companies, contractors, and government agencies may all dispute responsibility after a crash. Because of this, strong evidence becomes critical after an Alaska construction zone accident. The evidence collected after a collision can directly impact an injured victim’s ability to recover compensation. Preserving important…

Alaska Construction Season – as Alaska heads toward the Memorial Day holiday, Alaskans are seeing spring and summer days bringing endless daylight, heavy tourist activity, and busy construction zones. Drivers should stay alert for seasonal road hazards throughout the summer months. Slow down and use extra caution when approaching road construction areas, changing traffic patterns,…

Personal Injury Auto Claims – When filing Personal Injury Auto Claims or PI Claims, claimants face the full resources of multi-national insurance companies. Insurance is a business. As a business, insurance companies do not like to hand out money. Insurance Adjusters Insurance adjusters are sometimes helpful, but their role is complex. Be very clear, insurance…

Alaska Auto Coverage – Those suffering injuries from a car crash are entitled to recovery. This is true whether you are in a car crash involving multiple cars or a single vehicle. Crashes with a single vehicle may include drivers who are friends, an acquaintance, or even a family member. The bottom line is that auto…

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…

Holding drivers accountable for accidents is a key step to a better Alaska. Accidents caused by motorists who are not insured or do not have enough insurance is a problem faced by too many Alaskan victims. Consequently, the injured party must turn to their own insurance for coverage or to sue the at-fault party. As…

Safe Driving In Alaska – There is no fool-proof way for your family to completely avoid car accidents. In fact, reckless drivers sharing the road make it challenging. At Johnson Law, we encourage our clients and all Alaskans, to practice safe driving in Alaska, both during the daily drive and when undertaking a road trip, exploring…

Motor Vehicle Crash Form – A car accident can be overwhelming and confusing. After an accident, obtain as much information as possible. Abide by all state and local laws. Learn how to respond after an accident. When To Submit An Alaska Motor Vehicle Crash Form Alaska Statute 28.35.080 states: (a) that The driver of a…

After a car accident – what do you do? According to Alaska Law, after a motor vehicle crash, the operator(s) of the vehicle(s) must immediately stop and remain at the scene of the accident. This is mandatory after an accident resulting in injury to a person, the death of a person, or in damage to…

Avoid car crashes – In the United States, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death, and kill over 120 people every day. The largest number of motor vehicle crash deaths occurs among occupants of passenger vehicles, including cars, minivans, pickups, SUVs, and cargo/large passenger vans. Passenger vehicle occupants are the most likely to be involved…