Although car safety features are better than they have ever been, car accidents remain one of the most common ways for a person to suffer a serious injury. Often, the impact of an accident leaves victims with injuries that do not cause any immediate pain or visible...
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Was that truck driver who hit you tested for sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea is considered such a potential threat to driving safety that professional truck drivers who are found to have a moderate to severe form of the condition will lose their commercial driver's license (CDL) if they don't undergo treatment. It's no wonder that...
Supreme Court lets lawsuit against Remington move forward
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal by Remington Arms Co. LLC to a lower court's finding that families impacted by the Sandy Hook massacre can sue the gun manufacturer. Advocates for gun reform say that the high court's decision, which lets the...
Why ‘hungover’ driving can be as dangerous as drunk driving
If you're on the road late in the evening or in the middle of the night, it's only natural to worry that some of your fellow drivers might be under the influence of alcohol. However, "morning after" or "hungover" driving can be just as dangerous. People who stay out...
Man pleads not guilty to vehicular homicide in head-on crash
A 23-year-old man who's facing multiple charges for a fatal crash that killed a Kalispell mother and daughter has pleaded not guilty. The Minnesota man, who is currently in jail in Flathead County on $500,000 bond, appeared in court earlier this month. He is accused...
Tips for safely sharing the road with large trucks
It's only natural to be a little nervous when you're driving near a large commercial truck on one of Montana's highways -- particularly in the winter months when the roads can be slick. Many of the over 250,000 annual crashes involving a car and a large truck can be...
Gun safety tips to keep your children safe
Many people consider the legal right to own a gun a big part of their life. While there's nothing wrong with owning a gun and storing it in your home, it's critical to do so with the well-being of your loved ones in mind. For example, if you keep guns in the same...
Some of Montana’s most beautiful roads are the most dangerous
Montana is home to some of the most beautiful natural sights in the country -- and maybe the world. However, many of the stretches of road you need to drive to see these sights up close are also the most dangerous. What one driver considers dangerous, another may find...
Semitruck crash causes massive talcum powder spill
One reason why commercial truck accidents can be so serious is that many times the contents of the truck spill onto the road. Everything from large, heavy objects to toxic chemicals can create a road hazard for vehicles that weren't even near the site of the crash....
Give snowplows plenty of room on the road
Snowplows are a common sight on Montana roads and highways throughout the winter and a welcome one -- unless you get stuck behind one. That can be frustrating. However, it's essential for drivers to exercise caution whenever they encounter a snowplow. Remember that...