Anxiety affects many people in Montana and across the nation as the end of the year approaches. In some cases, this anxiety can result in problems on the road. While aggressive driving is present throughout the year, it can become more noticeable around the holidays. People who become enraged while behind the wheel often display hazardous driving behaviors, which can…Read More
Montana has had a bad reputation for drunk driving. While the state has vast roadways and a much smaller population than many other states, it seems drinking and driving is a problem it could not avoid. The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility explains in 2018 that per 100,000 population, Montana had an average of 7.4 fatal drunk driving accidents, whereas…Read More
While Montana residents cherish the quality of life they enjoy, they unfortunately cannot fully escape the risk of being hit by vehicles when walking or running on area roads. According to records from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, overall vehicular deaths in Montana declined significantly between 2009 and 2018 yet pedestrian deaths remained consistent. Data Reveals Pedestrian Death Count…Read More
While any medical professional would tell a motorcycle rider to put on a helmet, bicycle helmets have a fuzzier mandate. When it comes to wearing a helmet on a bicycle, a lot has to do with your own perceived perceptions of risk. According to Bicycling.com, it is true that the odds of a fatal accident go down when cyclists wear…Read More
Montana residents like you might suffer from a head injury after a crash. Brain injuries – especially traumatic ones – often have lasting impacts on the victim. If you suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you might handle the aftermath for years to come. The cognitive effects are often most prominent. In particular, TBI sufferers often experience memory impairment…Read More
After a recent truck crash, you may begin to feel aches and pains along your spine or even in your lower back. These sensations may indicate that you are dealing with spinal cord injuries resulting from the accident. Physical Problems According to the Mayo Clinic, a sudden jolt or blow to your spine often results in long-lasting injuries to your…Read More
Auto accidents leave plenty of pieces to pick up, but when they involve multiple vehicles with drivers that are on the clock, things like insurance or fault get sticky. The head-on crash the Daily Voice reported shows that many moving parts raise several questions when determining fault or future compensation. Head-on Hits Between Two Heavy Vehicles A tree service truck…Read More
Residents in Montana often feel proud of their state and its beauty. However, the state has received notoriety for something not quite worthy of typical Montanan pride as it seems to have become a hot spot for drunk drivers. According to a report by KULR8.com, Montana led the nation for the number of drunk driving deaths in 2018. Montana’s Ranking…Read More
Under Montana unfair settlement law, your automobile insurance company owes you a duty to act fairly and in good faith. If your insurer handles your claim with deceptive, unfair or unreasonable practices, you have the right to seek justice. In Montana, you may bring a complaint before the Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, and you may take your dispute to…Read More
When you are on a bicycle and get struck by a vehicle, you are likely to receive serious injuries that include broken bones and head trauma. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that more than 800 people died as a result of these types of accidents in 2018. While a bicycling accident can happen at any time of day,…Read More