If you or a loved one was in a serious car, truck or bicycling accident that resulted in a TBI diagnosis, you may wonder what that means for you and your future. A traumatic brain injury sounds serious, but is it really as bad as the name implies? Unfortunately, traumatic brain injuries — especially those medical professionals classify as “severe”…Read More
As a driver, it is important to understand which driving behaviors may put you at risk. Distracted driving covers a lot of the most dangerous driving behaviors. It includes drowsy driving, which creates an increasing and prevalent risk for all drivers on the road. What is it about drowsy driving that poses such a risk? Is there anything you can…Read More
Some parts of Southwest Montana have extended 2020 deer hunting licenses through February 15, 2021. During this time, the number of auto accidents associated with deer collisions tends to rise. Insurance Information Institute data indicates an average of 200 fatalities a year in this type of incident. Review these steps to prevent a wildlife-related motor vehicle incident if you live…Read More
Riding your bicycle can provide hours of entertainment and serve as a reliable form of transportation. However, sharing the road with motorists can put your safety at risk, especially if you do not make an effort to protect yourself. While you cannot control the actions of those around you, there are things you can do to increase your visibility and…Read More
If you suffered from a spinal cord injury, treatment can be extensive and life-long. In the U.S., the most common cause of a spinal cord injury or an SCI is a motor vehicle accident, explains the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. An SCI can cause the loss of all motor and sensory function below the injury or cause the loss…Read More
Whether you were recently involved in an alcohol-related traffic accident or you regularly drive and are worried about the risk of a DUI crash, it is important to understand the scope of this problem in the state of Montana. Every year, many lives are lost due to drunk drivers across Montana and even more people are injured in these collisions.…Read More
Most people in Montana understand that whenever they choose to travel as a passenger in a vehicle, they may accept (to a certain degree) the risks potentially posed by the actions of their drivers. Given that most people traveling as passengers in vehicles have an existing relationship with the drivers transporting (and thus trust in their judgment and abilities), few…Read More
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