The circumstances surrounding the death of a person may seem to be the fault of another. However, there is rarely a situation where the case is completely straightforward. Alaska state laws recognize this fact in the statutes regarding offenses against the person...
Facing white collar criminal charges in Alaska is a serious matter. In some cases, in addition to state charges, white-collar defendants may also face federal charges, which tend to have harsher penalties.Because white-collar allegations can have severe consequences,...
Here in Anchorage, Alaska, tourism is one of the top industries. As someone who cleans and organizes hotel rooms, you play a vital role in our economy. Your job is a factor in ensuring visitors have a pleasant time while staying here. But while your work is...
While parties usually enter a marriage with the best hopes and intentions, in some cases, the couples are better off separate. Depending on their situations, it may be possible for parties to seek spousal support.Whether you are looking to receive or may have to pay...
You may never imagine a situation in which the police arrest you, but many people find themselves in the back of a patrol car because an officer suspected they were driving while intoxicated.It can be helpful to know what to do and what not to do if police do...
When the family unit breaks up and the parents go their separate ways, a top priority is helping the children adjust to a new chapter in their lives.Living in two homes is often a strange, new experience for children, but you can help them adapt and ensure that...
When police officers in Alaska make a DUI stop, they may ask the driver to perform a field sobriety test. If the driver fails, they may then use these results as probable cause for a DUI arrest.The first thing you need to know is that the law does not require you...
Alaska courts will include a child support order in the final divorce judgment. The court determines support amounts and schedules based on official guidelines as well as its own assessment of the child's best interests.Sometimes, circumstances change and the terms of...
Each year, more and more states legalize marijuana medicinally, recreationally or both. In Alaska, both are legal. However, the state still has laws regarding its proper use. Only those who are at least 21 years old can possess or use the substance, but they...
Beginning the divorce process means thinking about property division as well. While some spouses may come to an agreement about who gets what, others may need to fight it out in court.In Alaska, the law adopts an equitable distribution approach. This means that...
