Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation

When you are hurt because of someone else's negligence, or injured on the job, life can change in an instant. Medical bills pile up, work may become impossible, and dealing with an insurance company can feel overwhelming. My job is to take that weight off you so you can focus on getting better.

A medical background on your side

Before becoming an attorney, I worked for years as a trauma and emergency nurse. I read medical records, treatment plans, and injury reports with a clinician's eye, which helps me understand the full effect of your injuries and explain them clearly to insurers, and to a jury if needed.

Personal injury cases I handle

  • Car, truck, and motorcycle crashes

  • Pedestrian and bicycle injuries

  • Slip and fall and other injuries on someone else's property

  • Dog bites

  • Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims against your own insurer

  • Wrongful death

Workers' compensation

If you are hurt at work, Montana's workers' compensation system may cover your medical care, part of your lost wages, and compensation for a permanent impairment. But the insurer may delay treatment, question your injury, or undervalue your claim. I help injured workers protect their claims and get the benefits the law provides.

Deadlines matter. Report your injury to your employer right away, and in writing if you can. Montana law sets short deadlines for notifying your employer and for filing a claim, and missing them can put your benefits at risk. If someone other than your employer caused your injury, you may also have a separate personal injury claim, and I can evaluate both.

Fees

I handle injury and workers' compensation cases on a contingency fee basis, explained in a clear written agreement. You pay nothing up front, and if there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. We'll go over how case costs are handled before you sign.

Common questions

The insurance adjuster wants a recorded statement. Should I give one? It's best to talk with an attorney first. Statements given early, while you are still in pain or unsure about your treatment, can be used to minimize your claim.

How long do I have to bring a claim? It depends on the type of claim, and some deadlines are much shorter than people expect. Contact me as soon as possible so no deadline is missed.

What is my case worth? That depends on your injuries, treatment, lost income, and the available insurance. I'll give you an honest assessment once I understand the full picture.

Call (406) 609-2499 or use the contact form for a free consultation.

Two cars involved in a head-on collision on a road, with significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
A construction worker wearing a yellow hard hat and safety vest sitting on the ground, holding and inspecting his injured knee with a pained expression, while a pair of work gloves rests nearby at a construction site.