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Have Questions?

  • Does Ben accept every medical injury case?
    No. Medical injury cases are complex, expensive, and time-intensive. Ben carefully evaluates each potential claim and works with medical experts to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to move forward. Not every case qualifies, but every inquiry is treated with care and respect.
  • What types of compensation may be available in a medical injury case?

    Depending on the circumstances, compensation may include:

    • Medical expenses and future care costs
    • Lost income or reduced earning capacity
    • Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
    • Damages related to wrongful death

    Every case is different, and available compensation depends on the facts and Alaska law.

  • How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim in Alaska?
    Generally, medical injury claims, like other forms of negligence in Alaska, must be filed in court within two years of the date of injury.  However, if the potential claim was not reasonably discovered until some time after the breach/injury, the two-year time clock starts with either the date of discovery or the date it reasonably should have been discovered.
  • Is expert medical input required in Alaska medical injury cases?

    A medical injury claim must be supported by a qualified medical expert who has reviewed the care that was provided and determined that the care fell below the accepted standard of practice and that this error led to the harm suffered. The degree of medical certainty required for the expert's opinion is 'more likely than not’.

    This expert review is a key part of deciding whether a case can be responsibly pursued.