Many Montana residents wouldn't consider going on a weekend camping trip without their dogs. Many of us also drive our dogs to all sorts of places around town -- the dog park, the groomer, the kids' softball games, and of course, the dreaded vet.
When can you sue for negligence with firearms?
If you're injured or a loved one gets killed by a gun, you may be able to file a civil lawsuit for negligence under certain circumstances. One of these involves negligent or dangerous use of the weapon. For example, maybe someone was loading their weapon near you without putting the safety on and you were struck by a bullet.
2 killed by semitruck driven by a 17-year-old Hardin man
Two people were killed and another one was injured last month on Highway 313 when a teen driving a semitruck veered into their lane, according to the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP). The fatal crash occurred on Sunday, Aug. 25 between Hardin and St. Xavier in Big Horn County.
Serious accident trends in Montana
If you're interested in the risks of driving and the odds of getting seriously injured in a crash, it is important to look at the statistics for the specific area where you drive. National statistics can help to paint a broad picture, but you should never assume that the driving conditions in California or New York are all that similar to the conditions in Montana. There are stark differences that you must take into account.
Some all-too-common dangerous driving behaviors to avoid
Most people don't consider themselves bad drivers. However, many of us slip into bad driving habits. This is particularly true when we're on our daily commute to and from work, running errands around town or driving other familiar routes. We feel safe because we drive these roads all the time. Often, our minds are on other things besides what's going on around us. This complacency can be a recipe for tragedy.
