Alaska Dram Shop & Liquor Liability Expert Witnesses

When litigating under Alaska’s dram shop statute, securing experienced Alaska dram shop expert witnesses is essential. Alaska law, AS 04.21.020, places an unusually high burden on plaintiffs, requiring proof that a vendor served a “drunken person” with criminal negligence. With extensive collective experience in these complex claims, we deliver the comprehensive analysis necessary to meet this demanding legal threshold.

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Alaska’s High Standard of Proof: Criminal Negligence

Pursuing a dram shop claim in Alaska means facing a legal requirement well above ordinary negligence. Understanding this distinction is central to building a viable case.

Jury Communication & Venue Experience

Explaining Alaska’s high threshold to juries requires experts who can translate a technical legal principle into persuasive, fact-based testimony. We have the ability to deliver clear, compelling explanations in Alaska’s courts, including the Anchorage Superior Court.

Defining Criminal Negligence

Unlike simple carelessness, criminal negligence requires showing that a server disregarded a substantial and unjustifiable risk in a way that represents a gross departure from the conduct of a reasonable person. This is a very challenging standard to establish.

Knowledge of Local Standards of Care

Alaska mandates alcohol service training through TAPS (Training for Alcohol Professionals). Our team has in-depth knowledge of this curriculum. Demonstrating a server’s gross deviation from their TAPS training often becomes critical evidence in proving criminal negligence.

Services

Our Alaska Dram Shop Consulting Services

We provide litigation support designed to address the state’s unique evidentiary requirements.

Case Merit Evaluation & Initial Analysis

Confidential assessment of whether the “criminal negligence” threshold can realistically be met.

Detailed Review of Evidence

Examination of receipts, surveillance, TAPS credentials, and witness statements to create a strong evidentiary foundation.

Expert Witness Reports

Structured documentation crafted to highlight how the evidence demonstrates criminal negligence.

Deposition & Trial Testimony

Concise, professional testimony prepared to withstand aggressive cross-examination.

Specialization

Specialized Knowledge for Alaska Liability Cases

Our focus is dedicated: providing the expert knowledge needed to litigate under Alaska’s unique dram shop statute.

DUI-Related Accidents & Wrongful Death

We analyze evidence to connect a tragic accident or fatality to a vendor’s criminally negligent decision to serve a visibly drunken patron.

Proving Criminal Negligence

The cornerstone of Alaska dram shop law is showing more than a mistake. We demonstrate that the server’s conduct was a gross deviation from the training and standards expected of a TAPS-certified professional.

Service to Minors

We investigate failures in ID verification policies and practices that allow illegal sales of alcohol to underage individuals.

Services Area

Service Areas Across Alaska

Our expert witness services are available statewide, including:

Anchorage

Fairbanks

Juneau

The Mat-Su Valley

Kenai

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is “criminal negligence” in Alaska dram shop law?

It is a stringent burden requiring proof that a server’s disregard of a substantial risk was a “gross deviation” from the standard of care expected of a reasonable person. This is a far tougher requirement than simple negligence.

Is TAPS certification required in Alaska?

Yes. All servers, license holders, and security personnel involved in alcohol service must maintain a current TAPS (Training for Alcohol Professionals) card to legally work in Alaska.

What are your expert witness fees for Alaska cases?

We provide a transparent, detailed fee schedule upon request to ensure predictable budgeting for case planning.

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Contact Alaska Dram Shop Expert Witnesses

If you are building a liquor liability case in Alaska, you need a team that understands the state’s exceptionally high burden of proof from the outset. Contact us today to discuss your case.

Preston Rideout

CEO and Founder