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Suffering an injury due to someone’s neglect can be a traumatizing experience. You get injured out of nowhere, and the disregard of another person or entity causes you injuries, trauma, and financial losses. If you have suffered like this, our experienced Anchorage personal injury attorneys are open now, top-rated, and here 24/7 to help you fight for the money you deserve.
For over 30+ years, Goldberg & Loren has fought personal injury claims for clients just like you and has recovered $500+ million in damages through verdicts and settlements. We are here to support you and fight for you in this difficult time.
Together, we will pursue compensation and justice for you. Call us at (907) 560-0426 and book a free consultation with our Anchorage personal injury lawyers.
Settlement
Our client was severely injured when a vehicle struck her while walking. Pedestrian accident.
May 2025
Verdict
Worker suffered significant injuries due to a forklift accident.
March 2024
Did you know that from 2007 until 2016, around 3,426 cases of personal injuries were recorded in Anchorage? Out of those, 1,279 were due to falls, and 549 were due to motor vehicle accidents. [1]
Important Personal Injury Laws in Anchorage
Personal injury claims can arise from varying types of incidents. To regulate the process of legal action, Alaska has a specific set of laws and rules, just like any other state.
These rules dictate various factors, such as liability, negligence, and the grounds for a lawsuit.
The most important of which include the following:
- Comparative Negligence: This is one of the most common rules that is usually invoked in personal injury lawsuits. Alaska’s pure comparative negligence rules mean that if you are partially at fault for the injury, you can still get compensation, albeit with a cut according to your role in the incident. For instance, you will get $80,000 out of $100,000 awarded compensation, if your role in the accident was 20%. AS 09.17.060
- Damage Caps (Limits on Non-Economic Damages): Each case is fought for economic damages, which are usually determined by the losses and future impact of the injury. However, Alaska has a cap on non-economic damages, which is $400,000 or your life expectancy multiplied by $8,000— whichever is greater. AS 09.17.010
- Medical Malpractice Liability: Medical malpractice cases can be challenging to prove in any state, and Alaska is no different. The state puts the burden of proof on you, and you must portray the medical professionals’ negligence and prove their malpractice was the reason behind your injury or illness. AS 09.55.544
- Suing the State of Alaska: In cases where local government or municipalities are responsible, suing the state of Alaska might be on the cards. In this case, specific protocols and laws apply. AS 09.50.250
These personal injury laws can be challenging, but you do not have to worry about this. Our civil injury lawyers will fight for you, and simplify the understanding of each law for you.
Insurance Companies and Your Injury Claim
Notifying insurance should be one of the first steps you take, but that does not always go smoothly. One of the most common problems many people face after an injury is their insurer either offering low settlements or denying their owed amount entirely.
In such cases, a lawsuit can be filed against the insurance providers, and the court can oblige them to pay medical expenses and other damages you are owed. That is why you should let our experienced insurance attorneys handle insurance.
Types of Personal Injury Claims We Handle in Anchorage
Personal injury claims can be of various types and severities. For 30+ years, we have represented clients in various types of personal injury cases. Some of these are focused on specific accident types, while others are focused on the severity/nature of the injury.
These are some examples of the cases that our Anchorage personal injury lawyers handle:
- Car Accident Cases
- Catastrophic Injury Claims
- Crush Injuries
- Dog Bite Cases
- Head Injury Claims
- Knee Injuries
- Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
- Premises Liability Claims
- PTSD Injury Claims
- Shoulder Injury Claims
- Spinal Cord Injury Cases
- Traumatic Brain Injury Claims
- Whiplash Injury Claims
Each of these case types requires a specific type of process. While they can be challenging, our civil injury attorneys have fought them for three decades, and we know how to represent you in such personal injury claims.
What Are The Common Causes of Personal Injury Claims?
Our personal injury law firm at Goldberg & Loren has handled different types of personal injury claims. Each case usually arises from specific types of accidents, which usually occur due to human error or neglect. The specific cause of an injury can help determine the party at fault and establish liability.
Therefore, the most common cases that our accident lawyers have handled include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Dog Bites and Animal Attacks: Dog or animal attacks are some of the most common causes/accidents that lead to personal injury claims. These accidents usually occur due to the mishandling of dangerous animals or improper management.
Around 6.1 per 100,000 people in Alaska are hospitalized every year due to dog bite incidents. [2]
- Falls: Fall accidents are some of the most common in the United States, including Anchorage. These accidents usually occur due to slipping or tripping, or due to hazardous conditions.
Did you know that from 2016 until 2021, 44% of TBI-related hospital admissions were due to fall accidents, while motor vehicle crashes were the second-most common cause of TBI. [3] - Medical Malpractice: Negligence from doctors, hospitals, or other medical staff can result in serious injuries, and even fatalities. Such instances usually lead to personal injury claims by the victims of medical malpractice.
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: One of the most common causes of personal injury, motor vehicle accidents result in many injuries and deaths every year. These accidents usually occur due to speeding, distracted or drunk driving, or reckless behavior.
- Pedestrian Accidents: When pedestrians are hit by moving vehicles, they suffer serious injuries. Such incidents can lead to personal injury claims, as they usually cause severe injuries and trauma to the victim.
In 2024, around 13 fatal pedestrian crashes occurred in Anchorage. [4] - Product Liability: When defective products cause injuries to people, they can lead to personal injury claims. These can include faulty machinery, contaminated food, or unsafe consumer goods.
Getting injured due to any of these accidents entitles you to pursue justice and recompense for your suffering. The process may seem challenging to you, but do not worry, as our personal injury attorneys will staunchly defend your rights.
Common Injuries in a Personal Injury Claim in Anchorage
The aforementioned accidents, and various other acts of neglect, can lead to various types of injuries. The seriousness and nature of injuries that you suffered can be key in pursuing the compensation you deserve.
That being said, the most common types of injuries in personal injury claims include the following:
- Amputations
- Burn Injuries
- Broken Bones/Fractures
- Lacerations
- Neck Injuries
- PTSD Injury
- Puncture Wounds
- Shoulder Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)
- Whiplash
- Death
Do not worry if you do not see your injuries on this list. Our bodily injury lawyer will fight for you, regardless of the type of accident or injury you suffered. Rest assured that our Anchorage personal injury lawyers will fight hard to recover damages for your injuries.
Table of Contents
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Anchorage Personal Injury Attorney
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Important Personal Injury Laws in Anchorage
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Insurance Companies and Your Injury Claim
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Common Types of Personal Injury Claims We Handle in Anchorage
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What Are The Common Causes of Personal Injury Claims?
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Common Injuries in a Personal Injury Claim in Anchorage
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Recoverable Damages For Personal Injury In Anchorage
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Who is Liable In My Personal Injury Claim In Anchorage?
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How To Prove Liability In Anchorage Personal Injury Claims?
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What Should You Do After A Personal Injury?
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Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Alaska
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Anchorage Resources
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Get A Free Consultation from Our Anchorage Personal Injury Lawyers
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FAQs
Anchorage Practice Areas
Recoverable Damages For Personal Injury In Anchorage
Personal injuries can entitle you to various types of compensation. These are determined by the economic and non-economic impact of the injuries on your life. Factors like medical bills, lost wages, inability to work, and emotional distress are usually considered.
Therefore, you might be able to recover the following compensation types:
Economic Compensation:
- Cost of current, past, and future medical care
- Cost of rehab and therapy, if it was needed after your injury
- Loss of wages, or lost potential income due to the inability to work
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Non-Economic Compensation:
- Disfigurement or disability
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Mental anguish
- Pain and suffering caused by the injury
Be it against liable parties or insurers, our insurance lawyers will fight for you. We know the importance of recovering damages you are owed. Therefore, we will pursue maximum compensation in your civil injury lawsuit.
Who is Liable In My Personal Injury Claim In Anchorage?
The liability of a personal injury claim can fall upon various parties. In such cases, insurance providers or the party at fault for the accident are usually the ones responsible. However, other factors like vicarious liability and indirect negligence are also taken into account.
In most personal injury lawsuits, the parties liable include but are not limited to the following:
- Businesses
- Dog owners
- Defective product manufacturers or sellers
- Landlords or property owners
- Medical professionals (in cases of malpractice)
- Motor vehicle drivers
- Government entities (for unsafe roads or public property)
- Property owners or operators
- Retailers or commercial establishments
- Vehicle owners (if different from drivers)
- Vendors or distributors of defective products
If you have a hard time figuring out who might be liable for your injury, then do not worry. Determining liability requires review of the evidence. Our accident attorneys thoroughly examine your case and establish facts like this.
How To Prove Liability In Anchorage Personal Injury Claims?
Proving negligence in personal injury claims requires us to show the duty of care, and how that duty was breached. As a result of this, the injuries occurred and you suffered damages. Showing this requires evidence, including photos, videos, medical records, and accident reports.
Once the necessary evidence is gathered, here is how our injury attorneys prove negligence:
- Duty of Care: The first thing we do is show the duty of care owed to you by the liable party. This depends on the accident or neglect that caused your personal injury. One example is showing the property owner’s duty of care in premises liability claims.
- Breach of Duty/Negligence: We will show that the negligence of the liable party breached their duty of care, which was the reason behind the accident. This also depends on the specific case. For instance, in a motor vehicle collision, a breach of duty of a driver is being reckless, driving drunk, or driving recklessly.
- Causation: This requires demonstrating the connection between your injuries and the incident. We will use medical records, incident reports, witness statements, and expert testimonies to establish this link.
- Damages: We will demonstrate the damages you incurred due to the personal injury. This includes economic losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, etc. Moreover, we will also show the non-economic impact of injury on your life.
What Should You Do After A Personal Injury?
Before our injury lawyers fight for you, you must take necessary actions to ensure your safety. This includes taking the right actions to get proper treatment, and securing key evidence to back up your claim.
In the aftermath of an injury, here is what you should do:
- Call 911 and Get Medical Attention: The first thing you should do is call 911 and ensure your safety. Even if you feel fine initially, injuries may become apparent later. Therefore, you should get medical attention and generate an injury report.
- Report the Accident: You should report the incident to the local authorities right away. In motor vehicle accidents or most other claims, you would report it to the police. Then, request a copy of their report for legal purposes.
- Document the Accident: Begin documenting your accident right away and take pictures or videos of the accident scene. Also, document the symptoms, injury diagnosis, treatment, surgery, medication, rehab, etc. Also document every expense or loss that you bear.
- Notify Your Insurer: Notify your insurance provider within the first couple of days. While this is important, make sure you do not deal with any insurance adjusters or agents on your own. Let your insurance lawyer handle all this.
- Consult with Our Personal Injury Law Firm: Consult our Anchorage personal injury lawyers as soon as you can. We will manage your claim and help you through this trying time.
Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Alaska
The Statutes of Limitations give you a limited time to begin a legal action after a personal injury. The general stipulation in Alaska is to file a claim within two years from the day of your accident, or discovery of your injury. Alaska Stat. § 09.10.070
If your personal injury was due to medical negligence, then medical malpractice laws may apply. In this case, the stipulation will be to file a claim within two years from the day you discover the injury, or the alleged malpractice. Alaska Stat. § 09.55.580 (c) (1)
Similarly, if the personal injury occurs to a minor, then a specific stipulation applies. This gives the minor two years from the day they turn 18 to file a personal injury claim. However, this only applies if their legal guardian or parents did not file a claim at the time/the discovery of injury. Alaska Stat. § 09.10.140(a)
If a personal injury is severe and leads to someone’s death, then the wrongful death Statute of Limitations will apply. In this case, the family of the deceased can file a claim within two years from the person’s passing. Alaska Stat. § 09.55.580
Anchorage Resources
Local Hospitals & Emergency Rooms:
Personal injuries can be serious and require immediate medical intervention. Our clients in Anchorage recommend the following hospitals and emergency rooms:
Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) (Level II Trauma Center)
Phone: (907) 563-2662
Address: 4315 Diplomacy Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508
Providence Alaska Medical Center (Level II Trauma Center)
Phone: (907) 562-2211
Address: 3200 Providence Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508
*Note: We do not endorse any of these hospitals or other local resources. These are suggestions made by our clients in Anchorage.
Get A Free Consultation from Our Anchorage Personal Injury Lawyers & Goldberg & Loren Today!
An injury does not only mean pain due to the physical hurt, but also emotional trauma. On top of it, your work life takes a hit, and the things you once enjoyed are no longer an option. Suffering like this entitles you to pursue maximum compensation, and our local Anchorage personal injury attorneys are here to help you with it.
Here is what we will do for you:
- Complete investigation of the incident to establish facts
- Enlist experts and gather their testimonies to strengthen your case
- Gather additional evidence to connect injuries with the incident
- Pursue maximum compensation, be it trial or negotiations
- Provide compassionate and kind support through the case
Let us begin today, as our services are just a call away. We can discuss details during a phone call or an online appointment. Call our Anchorage personal injury attorneys at (907) 560-0426 for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The first thing you should do immediately after an accident is to get medical attention. Remember that injury records and accident reports will be key in proving your claim.
You should also take photos and videos of the accident scene, signs of neglect, or any potential hazards. If you can, gather contact information of those who witnessed the accident.
You should preserve all physical evidence of the accident, such as torn clothes, damaged property, photos, and videos of a damaged car (vehicle collision cases), etc. You should also secure copies of accident reports and medical records. Other than that, keep a detailed journal of the injury’s impact on your life.
The most important documents that attorneys require are police reports, medical records, photos of injuries, and witness statements. Other than that, they can also enlist experts and gather their testimony to back up your claim.
Focus on the pain levels and limitations that you face after the injuries. You should also document the economic impact of the injury, such as medical bills, lost wages, etc. Then, you should document non-economic impact such as pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, or emotional distress.
This will depend on the complexity of the case and the incident that caused your injury. Most personal injury cases are settled during negotiations, which are mostly resolved within the first six months. If the case goes to trial, then it might take considerably longer, usually around a year or so.
Sources:
[1] Alaska Trauma Registry. (2016). ALASKA NATIVE INJURY ATLAS. In ALASKA NATIVE INJURY ATLAS [Report]. http://anthctoday.org/epicenter/publications/InjuryAtlas2020/5_AlaskaNative_InjuryAtlas_RegionalInjuryProfiles.pdf
[2] Bjork, A., Holman, R. C., Callinan, L. S., Hennessy, T. W., Cheek, J. E., & McQuiston, J. H. (2013). Dog Bite Injuries among American Indian and Alaska Native Children. The Journal of Pediatrics, 162(6), 1270–1275. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpeds.2012.11.087
[3] Berman, A. (2023, May 14). Alaska has the nation’s highest rate of deaths by traumatic brain injury. Anchorage Daily News. https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/2023/05/14/alaska-has-the-nations-highest-rate-of-deaths-by-traumatic-brain-injury/
[4] Early, W. (2024, December 17). This September is the deadliest month for pedestrians in Anchorage in over a decade. Alaska Public Media. https://alaskapublic.org/news/2024-09-23/this-september-is-the-deadliest-month-for-pedestrians-in-anchorage-in-over-a-decade
Goldberg & Loren
Address: 4300 B St #215b, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: (907) 560-0426
Our personal injury lawyers have over 30+ years of experience successfully representing injury victims in Anchorage. Our legal team wants to support you as you move forward following your injuries. Call us today.
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