Category Archives: Auto Accident
I Was in a Car Accident – When Should I Hire an Attorney?
After a car accident, you may feel scared and overwhelmed. You may be in the hospital or undergoing extensive rehabilitation. You may not get to return to work anytime soon. This can complicate your life and create financial hardships. Insurance companies know this. That’s why they often pressure accident victims to sign a quick… Read More »
Is Insurance Coverage Important in a Personal Injury Case?
Insurance works in two basic ways: First, when you have your own personal injury insurance, i.e. car insurance, it protects you from being held financially responsible for damages or injuries you may cause to others in an accident. This provides you with peace of mind and financial security for your and your family. If… Read More »
Winter in Montana Starts Off with 440 Collisions in Two Days!
Portions of Montana saw several inches of snow, resulting in more than 440 collisions on the state’s roadways in two days following a snowfall in November. According to the Montana Highway Control, four of those 440 crashes were fatal—two in Yellowstone County and two in Flathead County. Several counties in Montana throughout the western… Read More »
Are Distracted Driving Laws Different for Truckers?
Distracted driving is quickly becoming the top cause of automobile accidents. According to the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration, in 2020 there were 3,142 deaths due to distracted driving, that accounts for 8.7% of all crash fatalities. While many states have enacted laws that put penalties into place for drivers who drive distracted,… Read More »
Pedestrian Accidents Still Cause for Concern in Montana
Across the United States, pedestrian deaths averaged 20 deaths a day in 2021, the highest in four decades. In Montana, however, pedestrian accidents decreased that same year. Yet, while pedestrian accidents are down a bit, there is still cause for concern. The Governors Highway Safety Association showed 17 pedestrian fatalities in the state of… Read More »
Do Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Make Driving Safer?
In the last decade, Google and Apple have both launched systems designed to make driving with your smartphone safer. Apple’s CarPlay and Android Auto both allow users to interact with their smartphones even while driving. Now, drivers can make hands-free calls, dictate texts, and even access Spotify without taking their hands off the wheel…. Read More »
Road Fatalities are Up in Montana
After the pandemic, more and more drivers are hitting the road attempting to bring back some normalcy to their lives. Workplaces are opening back up and travel is on the upswing despite heavy gas prices. This has led to an increase in fatalities across the country and in Montana in the last year. The… Read More »
How to Preserve Evidence After a Truck Accident in Montana
Truck accidents are often serious and life-changing. Victims who get into an accident with a large semi-truck or big rig rarely walk away unharmed. They may face a lifetime of pain and suffering, as well as disability. If you suffered an injury in a truck accident in Montana, it is important to know where… Read More »
What do you do when you are involved in a car crash?
After a car accident, having the right legal representation can make all the difference in your financial recovery. Receiving compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other losses can significantly relieve financial stress as you focus on recovering from your injuries. The attorneys at Doubek, Pyfer & Storrar will: Help you get proper… Read More »
What kind of car insurance do I need?
Montana law requires all drivers to have auto insurance. The law also requires minimum insurance amounts. For instance, you are required to carry a minimum of $25,000 liability coverage; $25,000 uninsured motorist coverage (“UM”) and $20,000 property damage coverage. (Montana Code Annotated § 61-6-103). These are the bare minimum requirements that Montana drivers must… Read More »