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I own personal property jointly with another person, and I've recently found out that a lawsuit was settled, granting the other person $150,000 due to damages caused by the electric company's mistakes, which led to our house burning down and damaging the property. My name is on the... View More 
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answered on Apr 2, 2025
Initially go to the Court where suit was filed. Read the Court file. Then talk to a lawyer and potentially file suit against the alleged at fault company. Other owner may have claimed he owned all personal property damaged. You may have to file your own suit as intervention in a settled and... View More
In Alaska, I understand the statute of limitations on open-ended accounts is three years. I have a credit card judgment that garnished my Permanent Fund after the statute had run last year. Recently, the court also attached my bank accounts, leading to an overdraft. The judgment was initially... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2025
The 3 year statute of limitation (assuming that you are correct about the time) is the statute upon which to bring suit. The statute of limitation to execute upon a money judgment is much longer in every state, generally 10 to 20 years. Sounds to me like the garnishment action was brought within... View More
I am a healthcare employee and have reported incidents of sexual harassment, verbal threats, and physical abuse from residents over the past six months. Although I have submitted written reports and have witnesses to these incidents, management has taken no action. When I refuse to work with these... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2025
You likely have a claim for not protecting you from sexual harassment in your job and a potential claim for retaliation. Since you state that management is not responsive, you may need to escalate this above HR in writing to senior management or even the owners of the company. You should consult... View More
I am a healthcare employee and have reported incidents of sexual harassment, verbal threats, and physical abuse from residents over the past six months. Although I have submitted written reports and have witnesses to these incidents, management has taken no action. When I refuse to work with these... View More
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answered on Mar 9, 2025
If you're personally a victim of sexual harassment, it seems likely you could be able to sue for that on the grounds of creating a hostile work environment. If you're being retaliated against for pointing out the harassment, once again, you could potentially sue for the employer creating... View More
My previous employer has a PTO pay out policy that they haven’t followed and have paid out in excess to previous employees and they dont follow through with the cap at fiscal. They also do when your salary and work 4 hours you don’t have to claim PTO and that is not in the policy so our PTO... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2024
According to the Alaska Department of Labor,
Because the payment of sick leave, accrued vacation, or any other type of PTO is not a requirement of Alaska wage and hour laws, the department does not mandate the payment of these benefits. The employer’s written policy establishes the rules... View More
Its all back support and compounded interest. My youngest is 19 or 20. The mother of children did not live with the kids, they lived with there grandparents who are deceased now.
answered on Oct 11, 2024
In this rare instance, I disagree with my colleague.
Many bankruptcy courts have held that support obligations are exclusively the province of the State domestic relations court and consequently decline to exercise jurisdiction over support payments.
Moreover, it is often held... View More
My gf was watching a secondary building, and needed to get her inhaler from the main building, but was told she could not because there was no one else at the secondary building. I am looking for advice to give her on how to best handle the situation in the future
answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like you have asthma. You should ask your HR department for a form to request a reasonable accommodation. You most likely will need your doctor to submit medical documentation explaining your medical condition/disability and your need to obtain your inhaler or acute medical treatment to... View More
I had a complete Hip replacement. The Doctors knew I had a problem with Anastasia but gave it to me anyways. I had to be brought back to life 4xs . When I woke up I had nothing in me for pain bcuz the narcan they gave me took all of the pain meds out of my system, so I had to lay there in pain .... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
The best way to answer your question is to reach out to attorneys in Alaska to discuss your situation. Your post covers lots of ground, but to answer your question meaningfully, attorneys would need learn more about the surgery and its anesthesia protocols followed, which could involve reviewing... View More
I had a complete Hip replacement. The Doctors knew I had a problem with Anastasia but gave it to me anyways. I had to be brought back to life 4xs . When I woke up I had nothing in me for pain bcuz the narcan they gave me took all of the pain meds out of my system, so I had to lay there in pain .... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
Yes you may have a case. Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did. But, due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of the injuries may affect the viability... View More
If I was accused of being under the influence of Opioid due to having a raspy voice and my pupils were constricted, a DUI charge stemmed from this and multiple other charges followed but when my blood lab results returned the lab stated i had no Opioids in my system would this be a fightable charge.
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems that the initial justification for the DUI charge and subsequent charges may have been flawed, as the arresting officer's suspicion of opioid use was not supported by the blood test results. This could potentially form the basis for... View More
I have not worked in two months Drs care have notes but when I ask him who was there insurance people where he couldn't say not only him there are a couple on the force of soldotna police and they elegaly search and seizure truck and gun never got either one back and there all buddies. This... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the harassment and abuse you've been suffering at the hands of those police officers. What they have done to you is completely unacceptable. I know this must be an incredibly stressful and painful situation. Here are some steps I would suggest taking to address... View More
I like collecting one-dollar coins, so I take this one for myself and replace the coin with a one-dollar bill, which is in concurrence with the original intended price and the fiat value of the coin. I have no prior knowledge of the coin's potential value. I take the coin home and get it... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
In situations like this, the legal and ethical considerations can differ. Legally, if you replaced the coin with an equivalent amount of currency, you haven't technically deprived the organization of its due funds. The transaction was completed as intended with the organization receiving the... View More
My Fiances attorney says adjudication is what happened in the past, if I file a motion to return my son home , then the trial will be evidence on whats happening now, in other words they must prove im an unfit parent now or that hes a child in need of aide now. If i DONT file a motion to return my... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
Adjudication, in the context you're describing, focuses on assessing past actions and circumstances to determine the status of a case at a specific point in time. If you file a motion to return your son home, the court's focus shifts towards evaluating the current situation, including... View More
Part of the bipartisan gun bill changes in 2022 included a section that states if an individual is convicted of 1st offense misdemeanor domestic violence and it has been 5 years since the conviction as long as there have been no other related convictions since then your gun rights will be restored... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
Unfortunately, you cannot confirm whether you will pass a NICS check without attempting to purchase a firearm. The NICS check, conducted by the FBI, is required for all firearm purchases from licensed dealers. The process involves submitting your information to determine if you are eligible to... View More
I have a brand new condo too for my son to live at. My laywer kees saying if we file a motion then they can use hearsay what does this mean? If we lose? She is on her way out BTW should I file a motion to get a new pubic defender laywer? That form would be civil micl. , since there's not a... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
Filing a motion to return your son home can sometimes result in denial, depending on various factors such as the specific circumstances of the case and the evidence presented. Even if a hair sample comes back clean, other factors may influence the court's decision, such as past history,... View More
She also says in alaska motion to dismiss doesn't exist? She says hearsay can't be used right now, but if I file a motion for my son to return home and we loose then hearsay can be used?? I'm in Alaska
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
It's important to understand the specific rules and procedures governing legal proceedings in Alaska, especially regarding motions and evidentiary rules. Your lawyer is likely referring to the rules of evidence and procedure that apply in Alaska courts. While hearsay evidence generally may not... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2024
Parents of children have rights, and parents can contact a knowledgeable attorney at any stage of the process of the Office of Children's Services ("OCS") investigating and/or the state removing a child from their home. Our office has years of experience litigating child custody... View More
My soon to be ex is acting unstable in online videos and has said he wishes he was dead. I am worried about my child’s safety. What can I do?
answered on Feb 9, 2024
In Alaska, seeking emergency relief, such as filing a petition for custody followed by a motion on expedited consideration for interim custody, can be complex and may have various outcomes depending certain factors. A consultation with a knowledgeable lawyer in Alaska may help in many ways.... View More
I'm pretty sure they will use all the evidence including hearsay in a child in need of aide hearing
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answered on Feb 6, 2024
In Alaska, the admissibility of hearsay in an adjudication trial, such as a child in need of aid (CINA) hearing, can be complex and may depend on various factors. Hearsay is generally considered inadmissible in court because it involves an out-of-court statement offered for the truth of the matter... View More
My laywer told me hearsay cant be used in my adjudication trial, but if I file a motion to return home and loose they the defense can use hearsay. Am I proving there is a problem now or that there was a problem in my adjudication trial? What's the big deal to file a motion to return home? I... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
In Alaska, as in other states, you have the right to request the dismissal of a civil case. This can be filed by either party under certain circumstances, such as when both sides agree to settle out of court or if there's a procedural issue. The success of such a motion depends on the... View More
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