Business Details
Your Trusted Anchorage Personal Injury Law Firm
Robert Stone Law Office has been dedicated to advocating for injured individuals in Alaska since our founding. Our practice focuses on personal injury, aviation accidents, maritime incidents, and wrongful death cases, with a commitment to navigating complex legal systems on behalf of our clients. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize client well-being by offering free consultations and operating under contingent fee agreements to ensure accessible justice.Our team combines deep local knowledge with national legal expertise to maximize recoveries through negotiations or litigation. We emphasize transparency, ethical representation, and personalized support throughout the recovery process.
Services
Personal Injury
Aviation Accidents
Maritime Accidents
Wrongful Death
Construction Accidents
Highlights and features
- We have over 19 years of experience in Alaska personal injury law
- Our team combines technical aviation/maritime expertise with local legal knowledge
- We operate under contingent fee agreements with no upfront costs
- Our attorneys have held leadership roles in state bar associations
- We provide 24/7 client support during critical recovery periods
Associations and certifications
- Alaska Academy of Trial Lawyers
- Alaska Bar Association
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured through no fault of their own in various incidents. Our practice covers medical expense recovery, lost wage compensation, and pain and suffering damages. With deep understanding of Alaska's legal landscape, we negotiate with insurance companies and litigate when necessary to ensure fair settlements for clients.
Aviation Accidents
Specializing in complex aviation incident cases, we handle passenger injuries and family claims following plane crashes. Our expertise includes federal aviation regulations, manufacturer liability, and international treaty applications. We work with technical experts to build strong cases against airlines and equipment manufacturers for maximum client recovery.
Maritime Accidents
Our maritime law practice addresses injuries on commercial vessels, charter boats, and personal watercraft. We navigate both state and federal maritime laws to pursue claims for unseaworthy vessels, crew negligence, and regulatory violations. We help clients recover damages for medical costs and lost income resulting from boating accidents.
Wrongful Death
We assist families seeking justice for loved ones lost to negligence. Our representation includes calculating pecuniary losses, pursuing pain and suffering damages, and recovering funeral expenses. We handle claims against various defendants while providing compassionate support throughout the legal process for grieving families.
Construction Accidents
We represent workers injured on construction sites through third-party lawsuits. Our focus includes equipment manufacturer liability, premises safety violations, and contractor negligence claims. We help clients recover beyond workers' compensation by pursuing full damages for medical expenses and long-term disability impacts from construction site accidents.
People
Robert Stone
Attorney
Alaska-based personal injury attorney with 20+ years of trial experience. Former Alaska Bar Association president and aviation accident survivor. Specializes in complex litigation across personal injury, maritime, and wrongful death cases while maintaining active involvement in legal professional organizations.
Heather Scheeringa
Paralegal and Office Administrator
Manages daily office operations and case management since 2000. Holds pre-law bachelor's degree and paralegal certification. Provides client support through case development and trial preparation while maintaining strong organizational systems for efficient case handling.
Courtney Lorenzo
Legal Assistant
Supports legal operations with medical provider coordination and office management. Joined full-time after internship experience. Combines organizational skills with client-focused approach to assist in case documentation and communication needs across personal injury matters.
Mary Summers
Legal Assistant
Brings 30+ years of Alaskan legal experience with focus on client support. Provides compassionate assistance through organizational expertise, managing logistical needs while maintaining personalized attention to clients during challenging recovery periods.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury cases including auto accidents, aviation incidents, maritime accidents, construction site injuries, and wrongful death claims across Alaska.
How are attorney fees structured?
Most cases operate under contingent fee agreements where payment occurs only after successful recovery, typically at one-third of the settlement amount.
What compensation can accident victims claim?
Victims may recover medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and punitive damages depending on case specifics.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Alaska's statute of limitations generally allows two years from the accident date, though exceptions exist for minors and specific government cases.
Can I still recover damages if partially at fault?
Yes, Alaska follows comparative negligence rules allowing recovery reduced by your percentage of fault in the incident.
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