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You may wonder why most offers in magazines refer to special terms for Alaskans. One of the reasons may be that Alaska law offers its residents protections not found in many other states. For example, in 1969 a law was created which provides that "a person may not offer merchandise for sale in any manner when the offer includes the voluntary and unsolicited sending of merchandise not actually ordered or requested by the recipient, either orally or in writing." As a result of this law, book and record clubs won't automatically send Alaskans this month's featured selection unless it is formally requested. The law also provides that "unsolicited merchandise received shall be considered an unconditional gift to the recipient who may use or dispose of it in any manner the recipient sees fit without obligation to the sender." This means that, unless you specifically request the merchandise, it is a gift to you to do with as you wish. You don't have to pay for the shipping costs to return the unwanted goods. Keep them, throw them away, or give them to friends or to charity. It's your choice.

The law office of Pradell and Associates provides low cost legal consultations regarding many issues involving divorce, dissolution, personal injury, adoption and criminal law. Steven Pradell is the author of The Alaska Family Law Handbook, which is available locally in bookstores or by calling the law office. Attorneys can recommend a course of action which can assist you in resolving your case. A helpful staff provides prompt, courteous services to meet your legal needs. Give Pradell and Associates a call today, at (907) 279-4529. Articles on Alaska law topics and the firm's newsletter are accessible on the Internet at: Http://www.alaska.net/~pradell. This article is not intended to provide legal advice and should not be relied on for that purpose.