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Alaska Truck Accident Attorney
State-specific legal information for truck accident cases in Alaska. Find attorneys who understand Alaska law, statute of limitations, and fault rules.
How Alaska Compares: Truck Accident Statistics & Legal Impact
Alaska vs. National Average
Comparing truck accident statistics
Source: FMCSA Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts 2022
Fault System Impact
Example: If you're 30% at fault
Under Alaska's System:
You can recover 70% of damages. Your 30% fault reduces award proportionally.
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Personal injury claims
Wrongful death: 2 years
Fault System
Alaska follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, th...
Damage Caps
Yes
Greater of $400,000 or $8,000 per year of life expectancy
Alaska caps non-economic damages (pain and suffering) at the greater of $400,000...
Settlement Calculator
Estimate your potential case value for Alaska
Past and future medical costs
Lost income and earning capacity
Based on injury severity (1 = minor, 5 = catastrophic)
Alaska uses pure comparative negligence system, your 0% fault may prevent recovery. Consult an attorney immediately to review your options.
$135,000 - $225,000
Actual settlements vary based on evidence, defendant conduct, and case-specific factors
Note: Your state has damage caps that may limit non-economic damages
Alaska Statute of Limitations
Personal Injury Claims
2 years
From the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline bars your claim permanently.
Wrongful Death Claims
2 years
From the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Family members must act quickly.
Legal citation: Alaska Stat. § 09.10.070
Don't Wait Until the Deadline
Even though you have 2 years, trucking companies can legally destroy ELD data and logs after 6 months. Contact an attorney immediately to preserve evidence. Read more about statute of limitations exceptions.
Alaska Fault System
Alaska follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. This is one of the most plaintiff-friendly systems in the nation.
What This Means for Your Case
Alaska's pure comparative negligence system is plaintiff-friendly. Even if you were partially at fault, you can still recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. This makes it possible to pursue cases that might be barred in other states.
Legal citation: Alaska Stat. § 09.17.060
Alaska Damage Caps
Alaska caps non-economic damages (pain and suffering) at the greater of $400,000 or $8,000 multiplied by the injured person's life expectancy. There is no cap on economic damages like medical bills and lost wages.
Non-Economic Damages Cap
Greater of $400,000 or $8,000 per year of life expectancy
Pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment
Legal citation: Alaska Stat. § 09.17.010
High-Risk Truck Routes in Alaska
Major highways with elevated truck accident rates
Dalton Highway
Remote 414-mile highway to Prudhoe Bay oil fields, featured on 'Ice Road Truckers' with extreme conditions.
Alaska Highway
Major route connecting Alaska to the lower 48 states through Canada with heavy commercial traffic.
Seward Highway
Scenic but dangerous route between Anchorage and Seward with high truck traffic and avalanche risks.
Safety Tip: If you were injured on one of these high-risk routes, evidence preservation is critical. Dashboard cameras, witness statements, and electronic logging device (ELD) data can prove negligence.
Frequently Asked Questions: Alaska Truck Accident Law
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Primary Sources:
- •FMCSA
- •NHTSA
- •CVSA
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