The Grim Truth About Motorcycles and ATVs

The Grim Truth About Motorcycles and ATVs

Here in Alaska, we love our outdoor sports and activities.  As summer rolls around, one of the favorite pastimes for many Alaskans is to take to the hills riding motorcycles and ATVs. For many people, there is no better way to experience the scenery and beauty of our state.  In many cases, however, these trips can lead to a hospital emergency room—or worse.

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What To Do After an Auto Accident

What To Do After an Auto Accident

If you are involved in an auto accident, there are certain steps you should take to ensure that your rights are protected.  Do you know the proper steps and who to call on if you need help?  If not, this list may help. Remember, you are the only person at the scene of an auto accident who is concerned with preserving your rights!

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What Should I Do To Find Out If Someone Has Insurance?

What Should I Do To Find Out If Someone Has Insurance?

When you are involved in an automobile accident, the first thing you usually want to know is whether the other party has liability insurance.  This is one of the most important features of a personal injury accident because insurance companies are largely responsible for paying the damages incurred in a car crash.

Most individuals simply do not have the capital to pay the high costs associated with a car accident, including medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other expenses.  Therefore, when someone has insurance, the victim often turns to the insurance company to pay these costs.

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The Reality of Motorcycle Accidents

The Reality of Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents are among the most dangerous and devastating of all motor vehicle accidents. Here are a few statistics about motorcycle crashes and how they impact victims. According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2018, there were 4,985 motorcycle riders or drivers who were killed in crashes. This is a decrease of about five percent … Read more

Most Common Injuries From a Car Accident

Most Common Injuries From a Car Accident

Almost every driver in Alaska has gotten into at least one fender bender in their lives. Luckily, many of these mishaps don’t require a car accident lawyer or a personal injury attorney. But if your accident is more serious, you may have been quite hurt.

As experienced personal injury lawyers, we’ve seen numerous injuries occur from car accidents. Below are a few of the topmost common injuries you may experience in a car crash.

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Should You Get a Dashboard Camera?

Should You Get a Dashboard Camera?

A dashboard camera also referred to as a dashcam, is a tool that more and more drivers are choosing to install in their vehicles. This piece of equipment is placed inside the car, usually under your rearview mirror, and records the road ahead of you. New, more sleek-looking dash cams can be quite small, as not to impact your visibility. Some drivers also install dash cams on the back of their vehicles to keep an eye on those behind them.

If you’re on the fence about purchasing a dashcam, here are a few factors to consider and potentially make the decision a bit easier.

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Top Causes of Car Accidents

Top Causes of Car Accidents

CRASH. The boom and crunch of a car accident is a sound no one ever wants to hear. It’s jarring and unsettling, but most of us will hear it at least once in our lifetimes. Car accidents are quite common due to distractions, car troubles, and human error. With all these various factors to consider, it’s almost inevitable that you’ll get into a car accident eventually. But by reviewing these top causes of car accidents, perhaps you’ll be able to cut down on your likelihood of getting into an accident.

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5 Tips to Avoid Car Accidents

5 Tips to Avoid Car Accidents

We call them car accidents because they’re just that: accidents. Millions of people are on the roads each day, and many of them don’t drive responsibly. With so many risk factors out there when you hit the road, car accidents can feel unavoidable. While some are completely out of your control, there are ways to prevent yourself from causing them.

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4 Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health After a Car Accident

4 Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health

Physical recovery isn’t the only thing you’ll have to focus on after a serious car accident. Once the dust has settled, the bruises are fading, the car’s fixed, and the abrasions have healed…the mental and emotional impact of the accident may linger.

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