Alaska businesses face many obstacles as they try to keep operating each day. This struggle is often viewed in the context of smaller businesses, but large corporations are also confronted with overwhelming debt and a series of challenges that lead to them considering...
Most car accident personal injury cases settle before going to trial. While this means you might be able to save the time and stress associated with litigation, rushing the process can put you at risk of an outcome that falls short of what you need to stabilize your...
Alaska businesses need to pay careful attention to two new rules that different federal agencies issued last month. These rules have the force of law, meaning employers that fall under the umbrella of these federal regulations will have to follow these rules once they...
Labor and employment law can be a tricky area for employers. First, they have so many different laws to comply with – FMLA, ADA and wage and hour laws, for example, just to name a few. And then there are conceptual legal constructs that employers must be familiar...
No matter the size of the business, the employees are pivotal to the day-to-day operations. The success of a business is reliant on the employees carrying out their duties; thus, if an employee is not afforded their rights or treated properly, this could greatly...
Businesses don't always thrive despite the best intentions of those who own and operate companies. Even when someone has a history of business success or a great idea, factors outside of their control could affect an organization. Entrepreneurs and business owners...
Alaska employers large and small, have many federal, state and local laws that they must make sure they comply with. Compliance with these laws, or lack thereof, can have a material impact on an organization’s day-to-day productivity. For example, one major federal...
Alaska residents and businesses count on their insurance companies to protect them after an accident. When you file a claim, you expect your insurance company to treat you fairly and do what they are supposed to do, which is provide compensation for your losses. An...
For employers and employees alike, issues regarding overtime are common. One question that often comes up involves whether an employee is entitled to overtime pay. The answer is not always straightforward. Mandatory overtime pay In Alaska, overtime pay is mandatory...
Filing for a Chapter 11 bankruptcy might be your best option to save your Anchorage, Alaska, based company. Chapter 11 bankruptcy allows you to restructure your debt while keeping your company running. Although you may need to sell some assets, Chapter 11 bankruptcy...