A personal injury lawsuit against your business can cost you plenty. You are at risk of both financial and non-financial losses, such as damage to your reputation, which could affect your business growth and profitability for years to come. You might believe that it...
Personal Injury
How can poor lighting at work lead to injuries?
More than comfort, having a well-lit workspace is a matter of safety. Insufficient or poor lighting can increase the risk of accidents, injuries and even death. Employers are duty-bound to provide a safe workspace. Poor lighting can be a significant liability. Risks...
Passenger details injuries in lawsuit against Alaska Airlines, Boeing
In many ways, aviation accident lawsuits follow the same patterns as other motor vehicle accidents, but there are some special considerations. One unusual issue involves the parties that may be held liable for damages. A newly filed lawsuit illustrates some of these...
How to get what you need out of a personal injury settlement
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...
Is your insurance company acting in bad faith?
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...
3 times a business could be liable for someone’s injuries
Usually, injuries are the fault of a person, not a business. Some people cause their own injuries by engaging in reckless conduct, such as horseplay by an unsupervised swimming pool. Other times, an individual can clearly show that another person is to blame for their...
How much does it cost to live with a spinal cord injury?
Those who have been seriously injured and have suffered spinal cord injuries need to remember that the costs from that injury are going to far exceed the immediate treatment costs related to their harm. For instance, they could be an individual who was injured in a...
Common causes of aviation accidents
The fear of flying is considered one of the most common fears experienced. While this fear might stem from their fear of heights or the fear of small spaces, it is most often due to a person’s fear that the airplane will crash. Although plane crashes are statistically...
Comparative fault may reduce damages awarded
When a car accident involving multiple parties occurs, involved parties may want to blame the accident on anyone but themselves. However, it is not uncommon for multiple parties to be at fault for an Alaskan accident. In Alaska and other states with “pure comparative...
Four ways to defend your business in a personal injury lawsuit
A personal injury lawsuit can threaten the reputation and financial viability of your business. With so much on the line, you need to find a way to aggressively defend yourself. That’s easier said than done, especially when the evidence is unfavorable to your...