The trucking industry is an essential service to the American economy, and so truck operators have a stressful job that requires long hours driving thousands of miles to haul goods across the country. Truck drivers must have special skills that allow them to maneuver...
Missoula Personal Injury Blog
Crash involved several cars? Consider accident reconstruction
When it comes to determining fault, many car accidents are straightforward. A car runs a stop sign and t-boned another vehicle, or a driver swerves over the center line into oncoming traffic thereby causing a head-on collision. But in some instances, multiple vehicles...
What are the consequences of distracted driving?
Motor vehicle accidents in Montana and elsewhere are occurring frequently these days, and the reports of wrong-way crashes, rear-end collisions and lane-changing sideswipes more often seem to be the causes. But why are drivers inclined to drive in a hazardous way that...
Who can file and receive wrongful death damages in Montana?
The death of a family member or loved one due to a catastrophic injury caused by someone else’s intentional, reckless or negligent actions is something many people never get over. Aside from the severe emotional and mental distress, the victim’s loved ones may be left...
Is a wrongful death lawsuit an option?
When the sudden or unexpected death of a loved one rocks the lives of Montana residents, they usually have more questions than answers. How could this have happened? Who is at fault? How will I make up for my deceased loved one’s lost income? Who will pay the medical...
Montana accident stats reveal safety issues on roads
As is the case in other states, Montana’s government tracks the details of the collisions in this state. These statistics show some areas where this state could improve with respect to traffic safety. In 2019, the last year for which a report was available, there were...
Truck stopping distance may be longer than you think
The sheer size of a semi-truck poses a danger to other motorists on the road. This is because a seemingly minor mistake while driving one of these big rigs can result in a serious truck accident that leaves an individual with severe physical, emotional, and financial...
Three common defenses in truck accident cases
Are you dealing with the aftermath of a serious truck accident? If so, then you’re probably looking for a way to obtain accountability and secure the compensation that you need to spur your recovery forward. It’s not an easy endeavor, and it can be complicated by the...
So far, 2021 sees an uptick in fatal motor vehicle accidents
News reports state that traffic is on the upswing this holiday season. Taking a long-distance road trip at any time in Montana can be risky because you cannot control the actions of other drivers no matter how careful you are. This may be especially true in 2021 now...
Are you prepared to address these truck accident defenses?
A truck accident can cause extensive damage. Victims are often left with serious injuries that are painful and difficult to recover from, and sometimes those injuries are permanent. This harm can be costly to treat, too, and it can negatively impact the way that you...

