No one in the Anchorage area or who is just visiting Alaska to see the sites should be aware that getting a drunk driving charge, called a DUI in this state, is a serious affair even for a first-time offender. In Alaska, a first-time offender must spend at least 3...
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Alaska fishers, agriculture workers prone to fatal injuries
One of the biggest takeaways from the federal government’s most current statistics about workplace fatalities in Alaska. According to these statistics, 32 workers in this state lost their lives in work-related accidents in 2018. Looking over the last 10 or so years,...
What is considered domestic violence?
Domestic violence charges can be serious for families and individuals. Because domestic violence impacts individuals, families, communities and society as a whole, the family law system provides resources to help. As a result, those dealing with domestic violence in...
Are RSIs covered under workers’ comp?
Repetitive stress injuries are injuries that occur from performing the same movements over and over again. A few examples of RSIs include back injuries from frequent heavy lifting or sitting too long in a chair that offers poor back support and damage to wrists from...
Consider this when breaking the news of divorce to your kids
Are you thinking about getting a divorce? If so, then there’s probably a lot on your might. You might be emotional about the idea of ending a relationship that you have struggled to maintain for years, or you might have serious reservations about how the process will...
What factors are used to determine child custody?
Parents in Alaska can have a very difficult job in raising their children. They want to make sure they receive what they need day to day as well as what they need to grow into productive, responsible adults. So, as they are raising their children, they are required to...
Was your workers’ compensation claim denied? Appeal
You work hard for the good of yourself, your family and your employer. Unfortunately, something recently happened that you did not expect — you suffered injuries on the job. You, like many Alaska residents, have worker’s compensation benefits available to you. So, you...
How does Alaska family law protect a child’s best interests?
In Anchorage and throughout Alaska, many marriages do not work out. These unions end in divorce. While this is unfortunate, there are times when it is necessary and the parties will benefit from moving on. Still, there are inevitable issues that will arise and be in...
What are the consequences for DUI charges in Alaska?
Alaska has some of the strictest DUI penalties in the nation. Even first-time offenders face the prospect of a short sentence. And repeat offenders may receive felony charges depending on the circumstances of their arrest. If you've received a DUI, understanding the...
Man arrested for sex offenses investigated for other incidents
When arrested for sex offenses in Anchorage and across Alaska, the potential ramifications go beyond jail time and fines. It can negatively impact a person’s family life, professional life and cause untold problems that are difficult if not outright impossible to...
