Find answers to your questions about Alaska's laws concerning criminal defense and personal injury claims from an Alaska personal injury and criminal lawyer with 30 years of experience in the courtroom. Attorney Eric Derleth was born and raised in Soldotna, Alaska. He has helped thousands of legal clients get the justice they deserve, either in criminal or civil court, throughout our State.  Eric has devoted his life to fighting the big insurance companies and government overreach. He has law firm offices near you representing those charged with crimes and those hurt by the negligence of others in Anchorage and Soldotna. Your Friend-in-Law® Eric Derleth represents clients statewide throughout Alaska in Anchorage, Soldotna, and the Kenai Pamer/Wasilla areas.

When Can You Sue for Medical Malpractice in Alaska?

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ATTORNEY IN ALASKA Whenever you are facing the below mentioned medical malpractice, that time you need a medical malpractice attorney in Soldotna, Kenai, and Anchorage, Alaska which handles your case legally and fights for your le… Read More
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What Are the Penalties for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Alaska?

According to the Alaska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), the average cost of a first-time DUI conviction is $24,265. As noted by the DMV, this does not include the cost of being unable to drive (for a minimum of 90 days) or having a DUI conviction… Read More
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What Are My Rights in I was Injured by a Distracted Driver in Alaska?

Distracted drivers are a constant source of danger on the roads around Anchorage and throughout Alaska. From tourists attempting to follow GPS directions to local drivers talking on the phone and texting behind the wheel, distracted drivers are every… Read More
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What are Potential Defenses to Criminal Charges in Anchorage, Alaska?

Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, if you are facing criminal charges in Alaska, you are facing the potential for life-changing consequences. In Alaska, all crimes carry the potential for jail or prison time and having a co… Read More
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Doctors discussing options with a patient after an Alaska car accident.

What Compensation Can I Obtain for an Alaska Car Accident?

The aftermath of an Alaska car accident can be a devastating experience — physically, emotionally, and financially. You may be facing severe injuries that will require significant medical treatment and cause you to lose time from work. You might al… Read More
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What is the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and a Felony in Alaska?

If you have been charged with a crime in Alaska, among other information you need to know, it is important to understand whether you are being charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. Misdemeanors and felonies carry different penalties, and a felony c… Read More
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What is the Definition of Domestic Violence (or Abuse) in Alaska?

What is domestic violence in general? “Domestic violence” (Alaska’s term for domestic abuse) has been defined by some as a pattern of coercive, controlling behavior that is pervasive and potentially life-threatening. Domestic abuse affects… Read More
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Is There a Marijuana Breathalyzer in Alaska?

As legalization of recreational and medical marijuana expands across the country, police and communities they cover are worried about “stoned” drivers taking to the highways and byways. While we all know about the common instrument usually referr… Read More
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How Can I Do an Arrest Warrant Search in Alaska?

So you’ve heard there’s a bench warrant out for your arrest. Simply put, a bench warrant is a general term for a written order issued by a judge authorizing the arrest of a person charged with a crime (or occasionally contempt of court).… Read More
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Statute of Limitations for Lawsuits in Alaska

Over the 25 years I have been helping others with lawsuits, I am frequently asked: “What is the statute of limitations for X ?” Consider this article a primer on Alaska’s law concerning statute of limitations, which usually would cost you a… Read More
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