A car crash can leave you in a state of shock, making clear thinking difficult. Your adrenaline spikes, your heart races and you struggle to process what just happened. What you do immediately and in the days after matters tremendously. Properly documenting your...
Missoula Personal Injury Blog
Can you still claim if you were partially at fault?
Experiencing a car accident can be frightening and stressful. You may worry about your injuries, medical bills and whether you can recover when you share some blame. You can still file a claim in Montana even if you are partly responsible. The state uses a modified...
Montana drivers are not adhering to the move-over law
In Montana, road safety is a priority. This is particularly true for law enforcement, emergency services, and roadside workers doing their jobs. Part of that is the “move-over” law. Under this law, drivers are required to switch lanes or reduce their speed when they...
How logbook violations affect Montana truck accident claims
Truck crashes in western Montana often involve more than bad weather or narrow highways. In many cases, the driver’s logbook plays a quiet but critical role. When a logbook does not match reality, it can change how fault gets assigned and how a claim moves forward. If...
Wrongful death versus survival claims in Montana
When someone dies because of another person’s actions, Montana law may allow more than one type of legal claim: wrongful death claims and survival claims. While they sound similar, they serve different purposes and benefit different people. Understanding the...
4 ways to strengthen your premises liability claim
Safety standards must protect the well-being of every person who visits a public or private space. When an accident happens, building a strong premises liability claim depends on the evidence gathered immediately after an injury. If you have been injured in a premises...
When Montana road conditions complicate personal injury claims
If you were involved in a motor vehicle crash on a Montana road, questions may begin to surface soon after. You may start looking into a personal injury claim while still sorting through medical visits and vehicle damage. In Montana, road conditions often add context...
Proving fault in a Montana car accident claim
A car crash is only the beginning of your recovery journey. The immediate legal challenge is establishing who was at fault. Because Montana is an at-fault state, you must legally prove the other driver's liability to receive compensation. A successful outcome depends...
Who can file wrongful death claims in Montana?
Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience. On top of the emotional pain, families often face sudden financial stress from medical bills, funeral costs and the loss of income. When someone else’s negligence caused the incident, a wrongful death claim...
3 signs an insurance settlement offer is too low
You might feel relief when an insurance check arrives shortly after a car crash. Immediate funds help with mounting bills and vehicle repairs that need attention. However, accepting an initial proposal usually requires you to sign a release that prevents you from...

