Successfully Helping Injured People in Montana for More Than 40 Years
You pay insurance premiums with the expectation that your insurance company will compensate you after an accident, such as a car crash. However, insurance companies need to make a profit. They profit when you pay premiums for protection but do not file claims. They...
You might think that your account of your car accident will be enough to win a personal injury case. While your testimony can be powerful, it likely won’t be enough. After all, your testimony may be considered somewhat biased, since you have an interest in winning the...
When an accident scars a vehicle’s history, buyers often pay less, even after flawless repairs. That gap, called crash depreciation or diminished value, raises a thorny question in Montana: Who pays for it? Even perfect bodywork cannot erase accident records on...
Legal action is often necessary to recover compensation after a serious Montana car accident. When you file one of these claims, you’re bound to deal with the other driver’s insurance company. Although you might hope they realize the errors their insured made and will...
Distracted driving continues to be a top cause of car accidents in Montana and across the country. Distracted driving is any behavior that takes a driver’s attention away from the primary task of driving. While you probably associate distracted driving with smartphone...
Anyone who has dealt directly with an insurance company will very likely testify to the inherently frustrating nature of the process. Insurers in Montana are justifiably infamous for denying claims without factual justification, making unreasonably low offers when...
Even if you take care of your guns, there’s a chance that your efforts are doing little to keep you safe. This is because your rifle or handgun may have a defect that poses a threat. And these defects aren’t minor, either. If you use a defective firearm, there’s a...
When a homeowner in Belgrade files a claim with their insurance company, they reasonably expect a timely response. While some delays are understandable, completely ignoring a valid claim may violate Montana’s insurance laws. The state has strong consumer protection...
The majority of car accident personal injury cases settle through negotiations. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to resolve your case before taking it to trial. In fact, settling your claim may not be your best option. Therefore, before taking any final...
There are many common causes of truck accidents on busy Montana roads. When you are involved in an accident with a truck, you may be in shock, injured and unsure of what to do next. Keep the following tips in mind. Contact emergency services and the police Seek...