Do federal trucking regulations address distracted truck drivers?

Large trucks such as semi-trucks and tractor-trailer trucks are seen traveling on various roadways throughout the nation. In fact, most motorists in Montana share the road with these massive trucks each time they travel on major and minor roads. While commercial trucks are commonplace on all types of roads, truck drivers do not share the… read more

Different types of car accident injuries suffered by victims

Unfortunately, motor vehicle accidents are a common occurrence on major and minor roadways throughout Montana and other states across the nation. Whether it is a minor fender bender during rush hour traffic, a head-on collision involving a drunk driver or an intersection crash caused by a distracted motorist, automobile collisions can come in different sizes… read more

Fatal car crashes in Montana up this year

The reliance on automobiles is only increasing in Montana and other states across the nation, and as a result there remains a growing concern for traffic safety and accident prevention on roadways across the state and country. While motorists have means to increase their safety by using safety technology in their vehicles and following the… read more

Are telemedicine patients at a higher risk of misdiagnosis?

While going to the doctor is not the most enjoyable task, some Montana residents find it difficult to find a reputable specialist in their area, making it an important appointment to make and attend. In some cases, seeing a doctor face to face is not easily accomplished. Because of this, the growing trend of telemetry… read more

The growing concern of U.S. medical errors

When individuals in Montana and elsewhere are ill or injured, they often rely on medical experts to determine what is wrong with them and initiate a treatment plan. While it is not uncommon to place much trust in doctors, surgeons and nurses, medical professionals unfortunately do not always make decisions or take actions that benefit… read more

Helping victims recover from injuries suffered in a car accident

When a driver gets behind the wheel of a vehicle, he or she has many critical choices to make and important duties to uphold. If a driver fails to uphold their duty to drive safely while operating a vehicle, he or she is likely to cause a collision. Whether it is due to recklessness, negligence,… read more

What economic recovery is available for car accident victims?

Automobiles present many dangers on the roadways across the nation. The dangers stemming from automobiles are often related to the negligence and recklessness of a driver. A distracted, negligent or intoxicated driver could easily cause a collision, resulting in serious harm to others on the roadway. What economic recovery is available for car accident victims?… read more

The recall process for FDA-regulated products

As a previous post highlighted, when it is discovered that a product could pose dangers to consumers, a recall is issued. When a defective product could cause consumers in Montana and elsewhere in the US harm, the product needs to be removed from the market. In order to do this properly and effectively, a product… read more

Frozen vegetables recalled in 35 states

Whether it is on a weekly, bi-monthly or monthly basis, residents in Montana and elsewhere will purchase food and consumer goods at local and chain grocery stores. While consumers are likely to look over their perishable goods to ensure they look good and are safe to eat, most consumers do not think to consider the… read more

How can patients prove fault in medical malpractice cases?

As a previous post highlighted, the negligence of a medical professional could be detrimental on the health and wellbeing of patients in Montana and elsewhere. When a nurse, doctor or a surgeon fails to uphold their duties to a patient, this could result in worsened medical conditions or new medical complication. However, when a patient… read more