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You’ve been involved in an accident on the road or on the job. You’ve suffered a serious injury. Now what? It’s likely you have a lot of questions, and you aren’t sure where to find the answers you need. Browse our collection of articles to stay informed about a wide variety of topics related to injury law and your rights in Montana.
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How Do I Keep My Child’s Money Safe?If your child has been in a serious automobile crash or other incident and receives payment for damage that was done, it is vital that you make every effort to protect their funds.
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Insurers Must Follow the LawMontana's Unfair Trade Practices Act (UTPA) governs the conduct of insurance carriers in the state and binds them to act in good faith when handling claims.
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Adjusters Trained to Encourage SettlementAllstate and the other “big four” insurance carriers encourage adjusters to attempt to settle claims before even conducting any significant investigation.
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Three Criteria Determine When an Insurer Must Pay Your Medical BillsInsurance companies in Montana may have to pay medical bills before you settle with them.
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Insurance Companies Assume the Risk, Not YouInsurance companies are happy to accept your premium. They are less excited about the possibility of paying out on your claim. But they know the risk.
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NO Better, No WorseInsurance companies are no different, no better, and no worse than casinos. The odds are always in their favor.
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Insurance for Lost Wages, Not Only Medical BillsAutomobile insurance companies in Montana may have to pay lost wages before you settle with them.
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Physicians "Opinions" Often a ShamInsurance companies in Montana keep a stable of "doctors" who will say whatever they want them to say.
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Insurance Companies Cut Their Own Attorney's BillsIt is an industry standard for insurance companies to cut or decrease the bills their own attorneys submit.
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Not Your Fault, No Premium IncreaseIn Montana , your insurance premiums cannot be increased for filing a claim when the crash is not your fault.