You may make every effort to make sure you are safe on the road. You wear your seat belt, and make sure your family does too. Your vehicle is equipped with working air bags and you follow all the rules of the road. Unfortunately, even the safest of drivers in the...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Don’t jump to settle a case because it avoids conflict
If you’ve been injured in a car accident caused by the negligence of another, then you need to brace yourself. If you haven’t already, then pretty soon you might be inundated with settlement offers from insurance companies, negligent driver, and/or truck companies,...
The process of determining fault in multi-car crashes
Residents of Montana probably know about the legal concept of negligence, which comes into play in motor vehicle crashes. It can be hard to determine who was negligent in a crash, especially when it involves three or more vehicles. Below is a brief outline of what the...
When it comes to driving, one distraction can lead to another
Drivers in Montana might believe that using hands-free cellphones while driving cuts down in distracted driving behavior, but data analyzed and released by Lytx, a company specializing in analyzing data and providing safety solutions for driving fleets in the...
AAA study highlights the limitations of hi-tech safety systems
Dealer showrooms in Montana and around the country are filled with cars that boast an impressive array of safety features, but some of the most advanced automobile technology could actually be contributing to accidents according to a study conducted recently by the...
Fewer crash fatalities, but pedestrians face higher risk
For many drivers in Montana, the reported decline in roadway deaths in 2018 is relieving news pointing to greater safety on the roads. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that 35,560 people were killed in motor vehicle collisions last...
Montana among worst states for teen drunk driving
Researchers at CheapCarInsuranceQuotes.com have come out with a list of the 15 worst states when it comes to teen drinking and driving. The study shows that there may be a connection between the number of high school students who drink and drive and the rate of drunk...
What to be aware of when driving this fall
Drivers in Montana and throughout the United States need to be aware of the potential dangers that they face while driving during the fall season. For instance, roads can become slick when they are covered by rain or leaves that are falling off trees. In addition to...
Study reveals how effective automatic car safety systems can be
The vast majority of car accidents in Montana and around the country involve some kind of human error. Car manufacturers have introduced a range of features in recent years that are designed to monitor road conditions and step in when drivers become distracted or make...
Drowsy driving, an underreported trend
Up to 9.5% of all auto accidents are due to drowsy driving according to a 2018 AAA study. This is a startling departure from government reports in the past, which estimated that between 1% and 2% of crashes are caused by drowsiness. The figure 9.5% is high when...
