A recent crash involving an Anchorage School District bus and a truck shut down part of Northern Lights Boulevard. The collision sparked a fire that engulfed both vehicles, forcing students to evacuate quickly. Thankfully, officials reported that all 31 students and one school district employee were able to get out safely, and an alternate bus...
Car Accidents
Winter driving in Anchorage presents unique and dangerous challenges. Snowfall, ice accumulation, and limited daylight combine to create hazardous road conditions for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Each winter season, motor vehicle accidents increase across Anchorage as drivers struggle to maintain control on slick roads. Understanding the top causes of winter car accidents can help drivers...
Winter driving in Alaska is part of everyday life. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can turn even familiar roads into dangerous conditions. If you are involved in a car accident on an icy road, what you do next can affect your health, your finances, and any insurance or injury claim. Taking the right steps can...
Winter driving in Anchorage brings challenges that even experienced Alaskans cannot avoid. One of the biggest threats is black ice, which can cause serious accidents when cars lose traction without warning. Here is what you need to know about how black ice causes dangerous winter crashes in Anchorage. What Is Black Ice? Black ice on...
If you’re like most people, driving is part of your daily routine. Getting behind the wheel might not seem any more consequential than brushing your teeth, but it’s important to remember that each time you get on the road, there’s a chance you could be involved in an accident. Car accidents happen all year round,...
Alaska is a fault-based state, which means the driver who caused the crash is usually responsible for the damage. However, here’s the part most people don’t realize: fault isn’t always clear. Insurance companies look at everything — the police report, photos, witness statements, skid marks, road conditions, and even weather. Under Alaska’s pure comparative negligence...
Every year, auto manufacturers introduce new technologies to make driving easier and keep motorists safe on the road. Over time, these technologies have become commonplace on both luxury and economy vehicles. One great example is adaptive cruise control. Unlike traditional cruise control, this technology automatically adjusts a vehicle’s speed to match that of the car...
A “minor” car accident in Anchorage, AK, might seem like something you can handle on your own. Maybe the other driver apologized, an insurance adjuster contacted you, and you think you’re fine. But even “minor” crashes can carry hidden costs – medical issues that arise later, repair bills that escalate, insurance denials, or disputes over...
