Electronic health records may cause emergency room negligence

Going to the emergency room can be an overwhelming experience. For some patients in Montana, it can be a very chaotic experience, making the patient feel uneasy and unsure. And while the medical professionals in the emergency department are trained to help patients, the design and flow of the department could also generate medical mistakes… read more

Helping patients protect their rights after a medical error

When we become ill, we are most likely to visit a doctor or medical professional to determine what is wrong and what the best course of treatment is. Although patients in Montana and elsewhere are likely to receive proper medical care, unfortunately human errors enter the medical profession, causing sometimes serious injuries to patients. When… read more

Can a product liability claim be based on a manufacturing defect?

When a Montana consumer purchases a product, he or she expects the product to be reasonably safe when used as intended. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Defective products injure many people every year. A dangerous product can enter the stream of commerce when a manufacturer is negligent and fails to meet their duty… read more

The harms associated with unsafe toys and baby products

Safety is often a top concern for Montana parents when they buy toys and other items for their infants and small children. Even when these products are designed with safety in mind, defects can occur, resulting in unsafe toys or defective baby equipment. This could result in serious injury to the baby or child using… read more

Medical errors involved with diabetes testing

Having medical exams and blood tests is likely an unpleasant and undesirable experience for residents in Montana and elsewhere; however, these are often considered extremely vital steps in gaining a better understanding of the health of a patient. Nonetheless, the failure to conduct the proper test or misreading a test could mean even more harm… read more

How common is medical malpractice in the U.S.?

In today’s busy world, one cannot help but rely on experienced professionals for help. When individuals in Montana and elsewhere are sick, a doctor or medical specialist is relied on to diagnose and treat them. There remains an expectation that these medical professionals will do their best, utilizing his or her knowledge and expertise; however,… read more

Understanding the common causes of truck accidents

For most motorists in Montana, it is not uncommon to share major highways and interstates with large commercial vehicles such as semi-trucks and tractor-trailer trucks. And while some drivers might feel uneasy driving next to these massive vehicles, when trucking companies hire adequately trained drivers, maintain the rigs and follow federal trucking regulations, sharing the… read more

Holding a negligent truck driver liable following a truck crash

Motorists in Montana share the road with a variety of vehicles, and in most cases, no matter the time of day or night, drivers will encounter a large truck while traveling on interstates and highways throughout the state. While these large vehicles serve an important role in intrastate and interstate commerce, these massive vehicles do… read more

How are medical professional held liable for a misdiagnosis?

Whether you are completely unsure what is wrong or have a generally idea what is affecting your health and wellbeing, you likely will trust and rely on a doctor to determine what is plaguing you. And while doctor visits frequently result in successful diagnoses and treatment plans, this unfortunately doesn’t always occur. In fact, some… read more

Misdiagnosis of Alzheimer’s is, Unfortunately, Common

Being told that people are suffering from Alzheimer’s is not easy to hear; however, what if the doctor got it wrong? What if someone is exhibiting symptoms similar to Alzheimer’s disease but in fact do not have Alzheimer’s? Such a situation is not only confusing but also emotional. It is clear that some ailment is… read more