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...
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Car Accidents
Insurance tactics that could threaten your personal injury claim
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 laws in Montana
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...
What to consider before settling your car accident case
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...
Key issues to be aware of when talking to an insurance company
As you navigate your injury claim after a car accident, you’re bound to come face-to-face with one or more insurance companies. At first glance, these entities might seem friendly enough. And they may even appear like they have your best interests at heart. But...
How much can you get out of your car accident case?
A car, truck or motorcycle accident can leave you with extensive damages that affect everything from your ability to live a normal life to your capability to work and earn a wage. There’s a good chance that you’ll face significant financial hardship in the aftermath...
Study: Vehicle size a key factor in pedestrian injuries
Montana roads can be dangerous for everyone. This is true for drivers, passengers, motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians. Of course, those who are not protected by a vehicle are at greater risk. When there is an auto-pedestrian collision, there is a significant...
Improper passing may have caused recent fatal accident
Most Montana residents have by now heard multiple times from multiple sources that it is very dangerous to drive under the influence of alcohol and is also very dangerous to speed or ignore basic traffic laws. Unfortunately, as a recent motor vehicle tragedy in the...
Can airbags hurt me?
Airbags are designed to save lives in car accidents, but they can sometimes cause injuries themselves. This is why it is important to understand both the benefits and potential risks associated with airbags to keep yourself and your passengers safe. Possible injuries...
How can I increase my chances of winning my car accident case?
To win a personal injury lawsuit, you have to prove your claim by a preponderance of the evidence. This is a lower threshold than clear and convincing evidence and proof beyond a reasonable doubt, but the burden is still on you to prove your case by more than 51%. So,...