The calendar may insist it is still fall, but there is no doubt that wintry weather has descended upon Belgrade. With such a long season of cold, ice and snow ahead, it is important to always drive safely when you are behind the wheel. Research studies by AAA's...
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Car Accidents
Should you keep your car or buy a new one after a crash?
If your car has been damaged in a crash, one of the decisions you'll need to make -- unless it's been totaled -- is whether it's better to have it repaired or to buy a new one. There are a number of factors to consider. Some are financial. Others are more emotional....
Making car travel safe for you and your dog
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. Montana, like most...
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...
Tips for staying safe during your work commute
Many car crashes occur during the morning and evening rush hours. That's when many roads are at their busiest, with people driving to and from work. During their commute to work and back home, drivers are often running late and in a hurry. Their minds are at the...
Avoid these post-car accident mistakes
The first moments after a car accident can often seem like a blur of activity and fast decisions. From the moment of impact until the rush of adrenaline fades, things tend to happen very quickly. You may even have to make some major decisions in the immediate...
Dealing with your child’s first car crash
Your child has been driving on their own for a few months -- or maybe just a few weeks. The moment you've dreaded arrives. You find out they've been involved in a crash. The odds of this are higher than most parents would like to contemplate. According to the...
Who can you sue if you’ve been hurt during a police chase?
When police officers receive a call summoning them to a crime or crash scene, their adrenaline often kicks into overdrive. This is often why you see them speeding down the road with their blue lights flashing. Time is critical. Someone's life may be in danger if they...
How parents can minimize teen distracted driving
Summer brings many newly licensed teen drivers out on the roads. Some are driving to and from summer jobs, running errands for their parents and chauffeuring younger siblings. Still others are driving to the lakes, mountains and other destinations to hang out with...
A motor vehicle accident can cause a concussion
A motor vehicle accident has the potential to cause a variety of injuries, with a concussion at the top of the list. If an object, such as the windshield, strikes your head with enough force, a concussion or more serious brain injury is possible. If you suspect a...
