Category Archives: Auto Accident
Spinal Cord & TBI from Big Rig Accidents: What Are Your Legal Options?
A collision with a commercial truck is unlike any other vehicle accident. When you’re involved in a crash with a big rig, the injuries are often severe, even catastrophic. If that crash left you or someone you care about with a spinal cord injury or a traumatic brain injury, your world likely feels shattered…. Read More »
Why Are Underride Crashes So Catastrophic?
When most people think about car-versus-truck collisions, they imagine the obvious danger: size and weight. But there’s an even more lethal risk that few know about—underride crashes. These accidents are some of the deadliest on the road. They’re violent, often fatal, and tragically, they’re almost always preventable. If you’ve found yourself here, chances are… Read More »
How To Safely Share The Road With Trucks in Montana
Montana’s wide-open highways and rugged terrain make for some of the most scenic drives in the country. But they also mean sharing the road with large commercial trucks—vehicles that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and take much longer to stop than a passenger car. Whether you’re cruising through Billings, tackling the steep mountain… Read More »
Deadly Truck Accidents on I-15 & I-90. What Drivers Need to Know
Montana’s highways are long, open, and often breathtaking. But they can also be dangerous, especially when large trucks are involved. If you’ve ever driven on Interstate 15 (I-15) or Interstate 90 (I-90), you’ve probably shared the road with massive commercial trucks. These highways are critical routes for transporting goods across the state and the… Read More »
Montana Car Accident Statistics – A Deep Dive
Every year, thousands of car accidents happen in Montana, resulting in injuries, property damage, and far too many fatalities. After a car accident in Montana, how can you handle insurance claims, pay medical bills, and plan for potential legal battles? How can you be sure you’re getting the compensation you deserve? And how do… Read More »
How to Prove Fault in a Montana Truck Accident Case
When you’ve been in a truck accident, especially in Montana, your world can feel like it’s been turned upside down. Between dealing with injuries, figuring out insurance claims, and trying to piece your life back together, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Here’s where the Montana truck accident attorneys at Doubek, Pyfer & Storrar, PLLP.,… Read More »
Truck Accident Nerve Damage: What You Need to Know
Truck accidents are an unfortunate reality here in Montana because our state has some of the most popular truck routes in the nation. In fact, Bozeman to Big Sky in Montana is a very iconic and popular truck route. When a truck crash does occur, victims are often left dealing with serious and debilitating… Read More »
Montana Troopers Rank Up Patrols During 100 Deadliest Days Of Summer
Summer in Montana brings long days, warm weather, and, unfortunately, a spike in fatal car crashes. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day has earned a grim nickname: the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer.” This stretch sees a troubling uptick in traffic fatalities, particularly among teen drivers. If you’re a Montana resident, especially… Read More »
Are Commercial Trucks More Accident Prone?
When sharing the road with massive 18-wheelers and other large commercial trucks, many drivers of passenger vehicles wonder – are trucks more likely to get into accidents than cars? And if a crash does occur between a truck and a smaller vehicle, how serious are the consequences? According to the most recent data from… Read More »
What Insurance Protects You and Your Passengers From Bodily Injury?
If you’ve been in a car accident in Billings, Montana, insurance coverage will affect your claim. If you and your passengers suffered bodily injury, do you know what insurance protects you? Do you know if you should turn to your own insurance policy or file a claim with the “at-fault” driver’s insurer? Are you… Read More »