There is a dirt road in Alaska that is home to numerous people whose desire to live “off the grid” led them there. One man, in particular, will now have an opportunity to present a criminal defense after police arrested him in response to a call they recently received...
Month: August 2017
Prenup challenged in Valerie Bertinelli’s divorce
Rock and roll enthusiasts in Alaska may remember when former TV sitcom star Valerie Bertinelli was married to Van Halen’s lead guitarist Eddie Van Halen. The two divorced, however, and, sadly, the iconic musician died of a stroke in 2020. Since 2011, Bertinelli has...
Different factors can affect your BAC levels in different ways
After pulling an Alaska driver over for suspected drunk driving, law enforcement will do specific things in order to determine whether additional steps are necessary. This includes the administration of field sobriety tests and possibly the administration of a...
Work injury rate skyrockets for Amazon drivers
Amazon says that worker safety is one of its top priorities. Many workers and worker advocates, perhaps including some in Alaska, reportedly disagree with that assertion. They say the company enforces abusive delivery production demands that place Amazon drivers at...
401(k) protection in an Alaska divorce
Many Alaska married couples sign prenuptial agreements before their wedding day. Unless a pair of spouses has such a contract in place, funds either of them may have contributed to a 401(k) program during marriage are likely subject to division during property...
Warrants executed by Alaska police in Juneau
On a recent Thursday and Friday, police in Juneau arrested several people and transported them to the Lemon Creek Correctional Center. The men range in age from 38 to 43. Police say a warrant was out for each man’s arrest, although they are wanted for unrelated...
Police appeal to public to locate DUI defendant
Alaska police arrested a woman some time ago after she was involved in a motor vehicle collision that resulted in fatal injuries to a motorcyclist. Following the incident, the woman was indicted for manslaughter and drunk driving. Criminal charges were said to be...
3 injuries placing Alaska factory workers at risk
Many people in Alaska and throughout the country spend decades of their lives working in the manufacturing industry. If you’re a factory worker, your job might include long hours that put a strain on your body. There are several types of injuries, in fact, that often...
Protect your children’s best interests in divorce
If you’re one of many Alaska parents who have decided that it’s better to go separate ways than remain in an unhappy marriage, you’re not alone in your struggle. Many spouses have come to similar conclusions in their own relationships. Getting a divorce doesn’t...
Alaska fishermen are always at risk for injury
Commercial fishing is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. Here in Alaska, many workers come from other states during fishing and crabbing seasons to earn as much money as they can. Several issues make the work high-risk for injuries, which, unfortunately, are...
