Posted in News on April 30, 2015
Few situations compare to the chaos, despair and confusion that usually ensue in the wake of a car accident, especially one severe enough to cause injury to those unfortunate enough to be involved in it. The physical and emotional trauma not only affect the victim but their family and loved ones as well. In many… read more
Son of daredevil Evel Knievel causes multi-car crashPosted in News on April 24, 2015
Fans of daredevil Evel Kneivel will find it interesting to learn that recently his son, Robbie Kneivel, was arrested by local law enforcement in Butte, MT for driving under the influence and causing a multi-car crash. According to local authorities, the 52-year-old Kneivel was reportedly driving his 2005 GMC Yukon at excessive speeds when he… read more
Heart attacks in women more likely to be misdiagnosedPosted in News on April 16, 2015
Montana residents should be interested to know that according to a medical study, women tend to wait much longer than men before seeking medical treatment after experiencing a heart attack. Also, once they do get to the ER, more often than not, their symptoms are routinely misdiagnosed. The study used the medical data of 30… read more
Harmed by a defective product? We can helpPosted in News on April 10, 2015
Have you been harmed or injured by a dangerous or defective product? If yes, regardless of the type of defective product that was involved in the incident, staff at the Heenan Law Firm can help sort through the facts, evaluate the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine legal options for those injured. Our experienced Montana-based… read more
Graco fined millions for defective child car seatsPosted in News on April 2, 2015
Montana residents should be interested to know that Graco Children’s Products, a company that manufactures, among other things, baby car seats has been fined $10 million by the federal government. The announcement was made by the U.S. Transportation Secretary who indicated that the fine was levied against the company because of the company’s failure to… read more
One driver killed and another injured in car accidentPosted in News on March 25, 2015
Montana residents should be interested to know that a recent car accident has claimed the life of one of the drivers involved in the car crash. An 18-year-old high school student died when her mid-sized sedan collided with a pick-up truck. The 18-year-old, who was a senior finishing up her final year at Fairfield High… read more
What are some things pedestrians can do to stay safe?Posted in News on March 20, 2015
When walking in Billings, it is important to be aware of your surroundings in order to avoid being involved a car accident. Although the actions of motorists can sometimes be impossible to predict, taking simple precautions can help keep you safe and, in the unfortunate of an accident, can help maintain your position of being… read more
What agency regulates Montana defective products and drugs?Posted in News on March 12, 2015
It is not surprising that many Montana residents are under the misapprehension that the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is the single agency that oversees defective products regulations and liability. Many believe this because CPSC has jurisdiction over a diverse array of consumer products, ranging from everyday items, such as coffee makers, to obscure products,… read more
Do you have a medical malpractice claim?Posted in News on March 5, 2015
Medical malpractice and negligence has become more prevalent than ever before. When you suffer from an ailment and visit a health professional you expect to receive quality, competent care that targets the malady that has afflicted you. Oftentimes when a doctor, nurse or health provider makes an error, the consequences can be disastrous for the… read more
What is a diagnostic error?Posted in News on February 27, 2015
Diagnostic errors are a significant contributing factor to the mortality rate in hospitalized patients. In the United States alone there are an estimated 40 to 80 thousand deaths that occur annually due to diagnostic errors. Though any patient can suffer a diagnostic error, according to a recent scholarly article in a medical journal, intensive care… read more