A report published by the BMJ medical journal reveals the risks associated with toy guns, especially Nerf guns. These popular toys shoot soft projectiles. Upon examining the projectiles, one might assume that they're safe because of how soft they are. However, when a...
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Will the hospital report my gunshot wound to the police?
If you or a loved one suffered a gunshot wound, you should report the incident to the police as soon as possible. However, your priority should be to get medical care. By calling 911, both emergency medical responders and law enforcement will likely be dispatched to...
Flying with a rifle? Here’s what you need to know.
Many people are surprised to find out what hunters already know: you can fly with your rifle. But there are certain regulations you must follow. With the hunting opener just around the corner, here are some things to keep in mind if you are going to fly with your...
How can I avoid a semitruck collision?
Every Montana driver has encountered a giant semitruck on the highway. Facing these behemoths is probably a normal occurrence for you if you drive on a regular basis. Although 18-wheelers and other large commercial vehicles are common, it does not mean they're safe....
What was the Remington settlement offer?
Remington has been embattled in a lawsuit accusing the company of producing guns that could allegedly fire on their own, even if no one pulled the trigger. Moreover, it's been alleged that they knew this problem existed and actively worked to cover it up. It's...
Know your rights after a semitruck crash
All motor vehicle accidents are serious matters that must be treated as such. When the accident pits a large semitruck against a smaller passenger vehicle, the results can be absolutely devastating. It is imperative that everyone who is involved in a crash with a big...
A Missoula man pleads not guilty to killing 2 in drunken crash
A Missoula man stands accused of having ousted the driver of one of the Testicle Festival's guest shuttles in a drunken fit at the beginning of August. On Tuesday, Aug. 22, he had his first day in court. It's during those proceedings at the Missoula District...
Why do hunters wear orange?
It has been called Day Glo orange, blaze orange, fluorescent orange, hunter orange and neon orange. Regardless of the name, many people wonder why hunters are required to wear it? While the law varies by state- for example in Idaho blaze is not required (but it...
Why do we call it a rifle?
The rifle has been a staple in the US military and for hunting for over a century. Many of us cannot imagine a life without our beloved rifle. But the rifle is actually a newcomer to the world of weaponry. And it has an interesting history. Borrowed from the...
The many faces of distracted driving
When you think distracted driving, you think of a teen driver trying to take a selfie while speeding along at 70 mph. Or you think of a person trying to send a text message to his or her boss, glancing down every other second to write it out on the way to work. You...
