Articles Posted in Alaska Personal Injury

Fall Into Winter – Alaska Road Safety: Changing weather conditions in Alaska make driving more dangerous than in most states, especially at this time of year. Alaskan roads may be dry, debris-covered, wet, snowy, icy or any combination of these on any given day. In addition, certain conditions make roads even more dangerous. For example,…

Child Kitchen Safety – Spending quality time in the kitchen is a past time for many families. Teaching children how to make traditional meals and how to prepare family recipes is something all heritages have in common. Be extra cautious this holiday season while cooking with children in the kitchen. Teach children about kitchen safety.…

Alaska Seatbelt Safety – Seatbelts and car seats are non-optional for Alaskan drivers and vehicle passengers. Alaska Law requires everyone occupying a vehicle to be appropriately restrained while in motion. Always buckle up, and confirm all passengers are buckled, before driving. Seatbelts Saves Lives As technology progresses, seatbelts are even more effective at saving lives.…

Child Vehicle Safety – Parents who drive with their children regularly should know what they can do to keep their kids safer. In a car crash, one of the most horrible things to witness is an injury to a child. Children have their whole lives in front of them, and seeing them with broken bones,…

Child Safety Month – Every November, communities across the country come together raising awareness for this very important cause. This initiative encourages parents, teachers, and caregivers to focus on child safety and well-being, ensuring they grow up in secure environments. Child Safety Month not only raises awareness of the potential hazards many children face in…

Sterling Highway – A Ninilchik woman died last week in a single-vehicle rollover on the Sterling Highway, according to the Alaska State Troopers. Cheryl Komakhuk, 67, was driving a Jeep southbound. She lost control on the icy roadway and rolled the vehicle into the ditch. Although troopers and first responders dispatched immediately, Ms. Komakhuk, the…

Post-Concussion Syndrome – After an accident, there are many types of injuries an injured person might face. Some injuries are evident immediately after the accident. But some injuries take more time to surface. This is true of post-concussion syndrome. Most people experience symptoms within 7 to 10 days from the injury. Post-concussion syndrome is typically associated…

Alaska Auto Insurance – In Alaska, state law requires people to carry insurance coverage on their vehicles. A crash involving a driver without proper coverage can leave the driver personally liable for injuries or damages caused. According to state law, vehicle owners and drivers are responsible. If someone is driving a vehicle and another person…

Insurance Settlements – When dealing with the insurance companies, it is good to be skeptical about signing away your claims. Alaskans buy insurance to be there when we need it most, right? In contrast, insurance companies are there to make a profit. Accordingly, their main concern is not offering an appropriate insurance settlement for your…

Winter Auto Prep Time – October ushers in Alaska’s winter months and although most of our great state has yet to see real winter weather, it’s time for your winter auto prep. Thus, when winter arrives Alaskans are ready. Johnson Law hopes these reminders help you prepare for winter driving conditions. Basic Groundwork Review and…