How to Get a Diminished Value Appraisal for Your Vehicle in Alaska
Step-by-step: Getting an Appraisal to Prove Your Vehicle’s Diminished Value in Alaska Short answer: Gather documentation, hire a qualified diminished-value appraiser, deliver the appraisal to the insurer with a written demand, and pursue negotiation or dispute resolution (insurance appraisal clause, complaint to the Alaska Division of Insurance, small-claims court, or an attorney) if the insurer […]
Read article →Finalizing Probate and Selling Property in Alaska When the Will Is Outdated
Finalizing Probate and Getting Authority to Sell Real Property in Alaska This FAQ-style guide explains how to finish probate administration when a will is outdated and how to obtain legal authority to sell estate property under Alaska law. This is general information only and is not legal advice. Short Answer If the decedent left an […]
Read article →Alaska: How to Set Up an Annuity for Settlement Funds Held for a Child
How to set up an annuity for settlement funds held for a child (Alaska) Short answer: In Alaska you usually need a court-approved plan that protects the child’s money before an annuity can be purchased with settlement funds. Common approaches include a court‑approved structured settlement annuity, a court‑supervised guardianship/conservatorship account, or a court‑approved trust (including […]
Read article →Including an Out-of-State House in an Alaska Will
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed Alaska attorney and, if the property is in another state, counsel licensed in that state. Detailed Answer If you live in Alaska and you want your will to dispose of a house you own […]
Read article →How to Claim Medical Payments (MedPay) on an Alaska Auto Insurance Policy
How to Claim Medical Payments (MedPay) on an Alaska Auto Insurance Policy Short answer: Medical payments coverage (often called MedPay) is a first‑party benefit in many auto policies that can pay for reasonable medical and funeral expenses for you, passengers, and sometimes household members injured in an auto accident—regardless of who was at fault. To […]
Read article →What to Do When an Alaska Insurance Company Refuses to Increase a Final Offer
Short answer If an insurance company in Alaska refuses to increase what it calls its final settlement offer, you have several practical and legal options. Common next steps include documenting the insurer's position, sending a firm demand letter, using any contract remedies (for example, an appraisal clause in property policies), filing a complaint with the […]
Read article →Missing a Doctor’s Note After an ER Visit: Practical Steps and Rights in Alaska
How to handle a missed-work absence without a doctor’s note after an ER visit (Alaska) Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. If you need legal advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed attorney. Detailed Answer — steps to take and how Alaska law and federal law may apply If you missed work […]
Read article →Alaska: How to Bridge a Big Gap Between Your Settlement Demand and the Initial Offer
How to bridge a large gap between your settlement demand and the initial offer Short answer: Don’t accept the first lowball offer. Use a disciplined negotiation plan: verify your damages and evidence, calculate a realistic demand range and walk-away point, use objective support (medical bills, repair estimates, wage records), respond with a reasoned counteroffer and […]
Read article →Alaska: How You Receive Settlement Funds After an Insurance Company Issues a Check
How you receive settlement funds after the insurance company issues the check (Alaska) Short answer: How you actually receive settlement money depends on who the insurer makes the check payable to, whether you have an attorney, and whether there are liens, minors or competency issues. Typical paths are: the insurer mails a check payable to […]
Read article →How to Challenge a Suspected Forged Will in Alaska
Can I get a forged will thrown out in Alaska? Short answer: Yes—you can challenge a will you reasonably suspect is forged. In Alaska that challenge happens in probate court. To succeed you must act quickly, gather evidence, and follow Alaska probate rules and procedures. This article explains the common legal grounds, practical steps to […]
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