Grieving a lost loved one is never easy, especially when their life was suddenly taken due to the negligence of another person. No words, actions or money can make the situation better because nothing can bring back their loved one wrongfully taken from them. While it...
Missoula Personal Injury Blog
Should I seek medical help following a minor slip-and-fall?
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen in a retail store, an apartment building, or even your own home. However, if you are on someone else’s property when the accident occurs, you may file a lawsuit to recover damages from property owners, store owners, landlords, and...
What are my options if a drunk driver kills my loved one?
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...
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...
What does “wrongful death” mean in Montana?
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, you may wonder if you have a legal claim for compensation. In our state, the law allows certain family members or personal representatives of the deceased person to file a wrongful death...
Should I be worried about a medical misdiagnosis?
In Montana, when people go to a physician or to a hospital in need of medical care, they do so under the expectation that they will get an accurate diagnosis and be treated according to their symptoms. Still, medical professionals can make mistakes. In some instances,...
If I’m hurt at a business, can they just waive me away?
If you are injured at a business in Missoula, Montana, you may wonder if the business can simply dismiss your claim and deny any responsibility for your damages. The answer depends on the circumstances of your injury and the legal duty of care that the business owes...
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...
Railroad industry implements new safety measures
Montana railroad workers who suffer an injury while on the job face many challenges. If you work on a railroad in Montana, injuries from a railroad accident can be serious and cause a major disruption to your life. This may be devastating to you, since like many...