When parents are teaching their new teenage driver about the risks of driving, they often focus on factors such as inclement weather, recklessness and distraction. One of the most dangerous behaviors to participate in while driving is texting. Parents who wish to educate their children about this extreme hazard may sometimes be conflicted about the right way to bring it…Read More
As you enter the operating room to have a procedure performed, you are putting your health and wellbeing in the hands of experienced and talented surgeons and operating room staff. The last thing on your mind is whether or not you will leave the OR with a surgical instrument sutured up inside of you. The very thought of something like…Read More
If you are involved in a crash in Montana, then you should know about the car accident settlement process and the time it takes to settle the claim. Understanding this can help you better plan for your own financial issues during the time it takes to resolve the claim and get the care you need. In Montana, you have to…Read More
When you drive alongside a massive tractor trailer on the Montana roadway, you may take for granted that the truck driver operating the large vehicle is fully trained and licensed to do so. You may be surprised to find out, however, that the truck driver may have former violations and should not be allowed to operate a truck at all…Read More
Truck drivers fill a vital role, transporting essential goods across Montana and throughout the country. Well trained and qualified truck drivers are crucial to ensure these products are delivered safely. The American Truck Associations report a shortage of 50,000 truck drivers in the U.S., and that there are not enough truck drivers on the road to keep up with the…Read More
We’ve all heard commercials advertising how much you can save on car insurance. However, carrying only the minimum coverages may put you and your finances at risk if you are in a motor vehicle accident, whether it was your fault or not. Knowing the different types of insurance and what they cover can help you determine your coverage needs. We’ve…Read More
A number of elderly drivers in the nation put other motorists at risk while on the road. Motorists who are over the age of 65 were involved in over 6,700 deadly car accidents in 2016 alone, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. The District of Columbia and 33 states have regulations in place, requiring elderly drivers to go through…Read More
When you enter the operating room for a surgical procedure, you entrust your health and life to the hands of medical professionals who are licensed and trained to perform. Although you may feel like you are in good hands, there are a number of things that may go wrong once you enter the OR. One potential issue involves retained surgical…Read More
Although driving requires the full attention of the person operating the vehicle, the number of people who apply their full concentration on the road while driving is dwindling. It isn’t uncommon to see motorists engaged in many distractive activities while behind the wheel. These activities include texting and/or talking on a cellphone, checking email, posting status updates, and even attempting…Read More
Truckers on Montana highways have a weighty responsibility. They are not just carrying our food supply and commercial products across the state. They are also shouldering the duty to do so safely, taking care to watch out for the motorists in much smaller vehicles traveling the roads beside them. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has some suggestions for commercial…Read More