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Montana Car Accident Lawyers & Attorneys

Many people know Montana as  Big Sky Country , but few realize that it is also one of the most important generators of agricultural and tourist revenue in the United States. There are also several important thoroughfares that run through Montana. Because Canada is one of our major trading partners, it is critically important to maintain adequate means of shipping and transport across the longest undefended border in the world. Important roads include Intestate 15, Interstate 90, Interstate 94, U.S. Highway 2, U.S. Highway 212, and U.S. Highway 93.

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Bottomly & Ellingson, PLLP
Handling cases in Billings, Butte, Great Falls and surrounding areas

Driving through Montana can be dangerous, however. Due to the rural nature of much of the state, many people choose to drive light trucks and SUVs, both of which normally have less than safe vehicle ratings. This unfortunate reality is reflected in the 104 light truck fatalities in Montana, which represents 45.4% of all vehicle deaths. Furthermore, roadway departure failures claimed 167 people, representing 72.9% of the total deaths in Montana.

Unfortunately, as traffic congestion from outdoor enthusiasts and other tourists mushrooms unendingly on Montana roads and highways each year, an increasing number of people have their lives put at stake. If you or someone close to you has been harmed in a vehicle accident of any level of intensity in the state, the knowledgeable guidance of Montana car accident lawyers and attorneys can be critical.

A significant victory or financial settlement can be one of the few ways to repair the damage caused by extensive medical bills and to prepare for future expenses as well. Don't let Montana s restrictive statute of limitation laws keep you from getting the closure that you deserve. Call a team of experienced Montana car accident lawyers and attorneys today.

State History and Information about Montana:

Admitted into the Union as the 41 st state on November 8, 1889, Montana was, and still remains, a vital part of American culture. With just under one million people scattered over almost 150,000 square miles, Montana ranks as the fifth largest state in terms of size but the 48 th in terms of population density. What it lacks in population it makes up for with virtually unspoiled natural beauty, and the frontier spirit of the state s founders is alive and well in each citizen of Montana.

As expected, there are a large number of national parks that take advantage of the rugged features of Montana. Parts of world famous Yellowstone Park fall within its borders, as does Glacier National Park, Lewis and Clark Caverns, and Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area.

Also, due to the role Montana played during the taming of the Wild West, there are a number of historic battle sites in the state. The Little Bighorn National Monument and Big Hole National Battlefield stand as testaments to those who fell to help our nation grow and expand. All in all, the Federal Government maintains 36 million acres of Montana, 275,000 of which are state parks and forests.

Some of the most incredible skiing in the country is found in Montana, and the slopes in the state attract millions of visitors each year. Some of the more popular locations include Big Mountain, Great Divide, Moonlight Basin, Showdown Ski Arena, and Turner.

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Statute of Limitations

A statute of limitations is a law setting deadlines for filing lawsuits within a certain time after events occur that can vary by state and by cause of action. Normally, after this time limit ends, the person who has been wronged loses the chance to file the claim. Once a claim has been barred by the statute of limitations, it can't be restored. Statutes of limitations were established in order to protect against such issues as indeterminable lengths of time for litigation and lost evidence.

Statutes of limitations cut-off point in the state of Montana expressed in Mont. Code Ann. § 27-2-2021 et. seq.:

PERSONAL INJURY
Montana requires the victim to file a personal injury claim within three years of the injury date. This time constriction includes claims for the types of injuries caused by such concerns as products liability.

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
Suits against negligent healthcare providers in Montana must be filed within three years of the date that the injury occurred or three years after the injured party detects the injury, but never can more than five years expire.

WRONGFUL DEATH
In nearly all cases in Montana, a wrongful death case must be filed within three years of death.

SPECIAL RULES FOR MINORS AND OTHER ISSUES
Except in suits regarding medical malpractice or wrongful death, the time limit in Montana lapses on the minor s 18th birthday.

The information contained within this section of the site has been developed for informational purposes only and should not be substituted for professional legal advice on any specific instance. This information does not equal legal guidance and may change without prior warning.

If you've been the unlucky victim of an accident on Montana streets and roadways or in any state waterway, you deserve to be given reparations for your profound physical and emotional scars. Don't let varying statute of limitation laws frustrate or terminate your case before your voice is heard. Call an experienced, knowledgeable accident lawyer today. Don't let this chance slip away.

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