Posted in News on May 10, 2017
Lane splitting is controversial in the United States, but recent bills proposed by state legislatures are trying to make it legal. Montana is among the states with current lane splitting bills. If the bill is passed, it could change things on the road for motorcycle and automobile operators. Learn more about lane splitting in Montana… read more
Know Montana’s Biking Laws to Stay Safe on the RoadPosted in News on May 2, 2017
Whether you are a cyclist, a pedestrian or a driver, it is important to be familiar with the rules of the road. When everyone using the road is aware of the laws and abides by them, it creates a safer transportation experience. Stay up to date on Montana’s biking laws to prevent injury and liability… read more
FMCSA rules address distracted truck driving caused by cell usePosted in News on March 1, 2017
Drivers in Montana frequently share the road with large commercial trucks. While semi-truck and tractor-trailer truck drivers have to follow the same rules of the road other motorists are required to do so, these drivers are also required to go through specific training and follow additional rules. Because a truck accident can have horrendous effects,… read more
Economic damages recoverable after a car accidentPosted in News on February 23, 2017
The suddenness of a car accident is not only shocking to the victims that it impacts, but it is also the likely cause of many hardships for the victim. In addition to the pain and suffering due to the resulting serious injuries of the accident, victims in Montana and elsewhere are also likely to suffer… read more
Wrong-way driver causes 3-car crash in MontanaPosted in News on February 17, 2017
For motorists in Montana, it is not uncommon to share the road with a variety of other vehicles. It is, however, uncommon to encounter a vehicle traveling in the wrong direction. Due to distractions, carelessness or intoxication, some negligent drivers may enter a roadway in the wrong direction. This could lead to a serious and… read more
How often do diagnostic errors occur and what harm can result?Posted in News on February 8, 2017
The person most Billings, Montana, residents turn to when they are not well or something is wrong with his or her health is a medical professional. These people are considered medical experts, and patients rely on these experts to use their training and knowledge to determine what is wrong and what the best course of… read more
The failure to diagnose appendicitisPosted in News on February 2, 2017
Suffering a common ailment does not always mean that a medical professional will timely and properly diagnose the issue and successfully treat the patient. Unfortunately, various errors could happen in the process of coming to a diagnosis, leading to some unfortunate events for some patients. The failure to diagnose even a minor or common medical… read more
Helping car accident victims protect their rightsPosted in News on January 27, 2017
In the fast-paced momentum of life, residents of Montana often have much to accomplish and get done throughout the day. While this makes for a busy lifestyle for some, this does not mean that completing these daily tasks while behind the wheel of a vehicle. Distractions come in many forms, but motorists are frequently distracted… read more
How serious is distracted driving?Posted in News on January 19, 2017
Owning an operating a motor vehicle is important to many Montana residents. And while much thought goes into the vehicle type and where a motorist will drive it, much thought should go into what a motorist does behind the wheel of a vehicle. Because we live in a fast-paced world, our days are filled with… read more
Your rights if a defective medical device has impacted youPosted in News on January 12, 2017
Everyday, patients in Montana are diagnosed and treated by medical professionals. While most patients are prescribed treatment plans that include medications, others include procedures that involve a medical device or the placement of a medical device in the patient. While these devices are designed to help and treat patients, it is possible that they could… read more