In one sense, medical malpractice is a deeply personal subject, involving a patient's health and the care they receive from medical professionals. In another sense, it's a politically and legally charged subject that attracts a great deal of attention of state...
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Year: 2022
What does Alaska require when it comes to meal and rest breaks?
As an employer, there are a lot of laws and regulations that you have to abide by. If you don’t, then you could end up facing fines and lawsuits filed by your employees and former employees. You certainly want to avoid those outcomes, which is why it’s imperative that...
Defending against claims of attorney-client privilege violations
In Alaska, attorneys work hard to get their law degree. Part of becoming an attorney and maintaining good standing to retain a law license is understanding ethical concepts like attorney-client privilege. People who hire an attorney might think they know the law...
Ethics complaints for real estate professionals
There's a lot of money on the line with any real estate transaction in Alaska. When anything goes wrong with a real estate deal, various parties will start looking for someone to blame, and hopefully to win back some of the money they lost. Sometimes this means one...
Tips for preparing for mediation in your malpractice case
If you’ve been accused of professional malpractice, you’re probably worried about what the allegations mean for your future and your career. The outcome of your case can also have a tremendous impact on your and your business’s financial stability. With all of that in...
Should you settle the medical malpractice claim against you?
Nobody wants to be sued. And if you’re a medical professional, you know that mere allegations of wrongdoing can negatively impact your reputation and your practice. That means a medical malpractice claim made against you can have long-lasting implications for your...
Creating an equitable workplace can help you avoid lawsuits
The word equity is heard a lot in today’s world. As an employer, you have probably heard about the importance of having an equitable working environment. Equity in your workplace is important for many different reasons. It not only results in happier and more...
Defending your company against wrongful termination suits
As an employer in Alaska, you want to make sure that you have the best staff possible to meet your company’s goals. Terminating employees that do not meet these criteria may be essential to ensuring the success of your business. Getting fired from a job can be...
Take medical board complaints seriously
Medical malpractice is a constant worry for physicians. But a complaint submitted to their licensing board may pose a more serious risk to a practitioner’s career. Consequences Physicians should immediately seek legal assistance and begin considering a license defense...
Facing a medical complaint investigation? Dos and don’ts
As a medical professional, learning that your license could be in danger because of a complaint is often devastating. In these situations, the things you do or do not do can have a tremendous impact on the outcome of an investigation, so it can be crucial to consider...