A 23-year-old Montana man died while traveling on a rural road in another part of the state. Authorities who responded to the accident, which happened at the junction of a state and federal highway, said that the young man died because of blunt force trauma. The...
How to help your teen driver stay safe behind the wheel
Driving, like many life skills, takes time and practice to improve. In fact, you probably sat beside your teen child as they first learned the rules of the road and gained necessary experience to pass their driver’s test. Now that they are taking their newly received...
How do you put a fair price on a family-owned ranch in divorce?
Marrying into a ranching family can be like moving to another country. Montana ranchers have their own culture that puts a lot of priority on family, land and hard work. Working on a family-owned ranch might mean that your spouse and you get to enjoy a much higher...
The fall season can pose problems for Montana drivers
As a Montana resident, there's a good chance you enjoy the fall season. The leaves begin to change, the weather cools off and it's a joy to spend long hours outdoors. However, the fall months can also pose problems for drivers. When you find yourself behind the wheel...
Dividing the value of a home during a divorce
For many families in Montana, a large portion of assets is tied up in their home and land. This can be problematic in a divorce because it means that the property assets will likely need to be divided between spouses. This often means that the home and any additional...
Giving away assets is a common tactic to hide them
You're worried that your spouse is going to hide assets during the divorce. You've been trying to put together a mental list of all of the way that they may do so. Maybe they'll open up offshore accounts. Maybe they have a safety deposit box stuffed with cash. Maybe...
Keep yourself calm during child custody disagreements
Child custody matters are difficult to handle when you have a lot of other things going on. Yet, you know that your children must be a priority. Sometimes, the situation is made even more challenging because you and your ex don't agree. Finding ways to minimize...
Insurance claim tips to follow after a car accident
If you're part of a car accident in Billings, it's important to focus your immediate attention on receiving treatment for your injuries. The sooner you receive treatment, the sooner you'll understand what you need to do to make a full recovery. As time allows,...
Building a claim after a truck accident in Montana
Driving through Montana is a beautiful experience, but sharing the highways with large trucks is often dangerous, and we have our fair share of truck accidents. When a truck accident occurs, it can cause enormous damage, especially if the accident involves consumer...
Asset division and your ranch in a divorce
If you are deciding whether to file for a divorce in Montana, the financial implications of the divorce process may be a significant factor in your decision. The process of asset division needs to be completed before a divorce can become finalized, and this often...