One would think that by now, people would know better than to drink and drive on Montana’s roads. Police and prosecutors take Montana’s drunk driving laws seriously, and there is plenty of information out there about the dangers of driving under the influence of drugs...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Montana now the only state with no ban on texting and driving
Distracted driving is a problem in Montana and throughout the United States. While there are many ways in which drivers’ attention can be diverted from the road, texting is among the worst. States are increasingly seeking solutions to the problem by crafting laws...
Are truck accidents handled differently than car accidents here?
If you drive in Montana, then you know that we share the roads with both other vehicle drivers and commercial vehicles, like 18 wheelers. And, you may wonder how an accident with a semi differs from a car accident. While both types of accidents are governed by the...
Local car accident flips vehicle
When you live in Montana, you may be here for work, family, the state’s natural beauty or all of the above. But, when you live here, you know the importance of a car to make everyday life possible. Unfortunately, a recent car accident in Missoula shows how an everyday...
Unique factors in truck accident cases
The sheer size of trucks, that is, large commercial vehicles used mainly to transport property, creates extreme risk for all other roadway users. The data shows this. Fatalities in truck accidents are in an 80-90% way borne by the other vehicles on the road. Experts...
Its summer and road safety again comes to the forefront
With the end of the school year in sight and families preparing to take vacations, Montana is a tourist destination for people from within the state and across the nation. Annually, legislators and law enforcement emphasize the need for road safety. Unfortunately, the...
Speeding can be a dangerous form of aggressive driving
Montana’s vast, open spaces and highways can make driving quite an enjoyable experience. However, this can make it easier to speed, which is a form of aggressive driving that can cause serious or deadly injuries. While there are several other factors involved in motor...
More truckers are going beyond legal limits for time on the road
Given the number of trucks going to and through Montana, it is natural for people who are sharing the road with these large vehicles to have safety concerns. A collision between a passenger vehicle and a large truck can easily cause injuries and death to those in the...
Signs of a traumatic brain injury after a car accident
Car accidents on Montana’s many open roads and highways can happen in an instant, leaving you with severe injuries and changing your life forever. Some injuries after a car accident are obvious, such as broken bones, scrapes or bruises. However, some injuries may not...
Bill hopes to lower crash risk for road workers, first responders
For first responders and road workers, being stationed on Montana roadways has always held significant risk of an auto accident. Drivers speed past; they are distracted; some are under the influence; and many simply do not account for the safety of those simply trying...