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Category: Auto Accidents

Dangerous Plants in the Amazon Rainforest

Brazil’s Amazon Rainforest is as beautiful as it is dangerous. Its biodiversity is vast. As many as 80,000 different Amazonian plant species exist, with more than 40,000 of those species playing crucial roles in regulating the global climate and maintaining the local water cycle. With such diverse ecosystems, there will obviously be some poisonous plants. […]

July 14, 2025

The Advocates Good Samaritan November 2023: Inge Buchholz

Each month, The Montana Advocates team up with NonStop Local News to recognize an individual or group that makes our state a wonderful place to live. This month, our honoree is Inge Buchholz, the owner of Inge’s Fashions in downtown Great Falls. Inge has been living and working in the area for 41 years and […]

December 18, 2023

A distracted driver reaches for her cell phone
What Is the Definition of Distracted Driving?

Distracted driving is one of the most serious problems on US roadways, especially since the proliferation of cell phones. When a driver’s attention is taken off the task of driving, the risk of a car accident increases substantially. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 3,000 Americans die in distracted driving […]

November 27, 2023

2022: The Deadliest Year on Nebraska Roads Since ’07

254 people were killed in car accidents in Nebraska last year, the highest number of accident fatalities in a single year since 2007. This statistic represents a nearly 15% increase over 2021’s traffic fatality count, which was 221. During the pandemic, the number of motor vehicle accidents in the United States fell considerably as fewer […]

January 27, 2023

Light blue sedan rear-ends a grey SUV
Most Common Personal Injury Claims

Personal injury cases can range from minor accidents with few damages, like a fender bender, to multi-million-dollar cases with hundreds of parties, such as product liability claims. Regardless of how large or small a claim is, it is important that accident victims receive the compensation they are owed for their losses, including medical expenses, property […]

July 26, 2022

Do I Need a Lawyer After a Minor Car Crash?

Car accidents can be upsetting and dangerous for everyone involved. Serious accidents can cause life-threatening injuries and devastating damage to your vehicle. Minor collisions, where the associated injuries and property damages aren’t severe, may seem like no big deal in comparison. It may be tempting to just walk away. It is important, however, to take […]

July 26, 2022

Tips For Driving Safely on Rural Roads

More than half of all accidents occur on rural roads while only 13 percent of the country’s population lives in rural areas. Here are some tips to avoid accidents on these potentially dangerous roads. 1. Slow Down While rural roads may give you the impression that you are all alone on the open road, you […]

July 26, 2022

Statements To Avoid After an Accident

After an accident, you may be feeling shaken and confused. This is a common reaction for most people. The scene of a collision can be a very hectic place. Many factors come into play and emotions are usually running high. Despite your efforts to do everything right behind the wheel, some accidents are simply out […]

July 26, 2022

Common Airbag Safety Issues You Should Know

Did you know that more than 41 vehicles in the US have been recalled due to faulty airbags? Airbags are designed to help protect you from a serious injury during a collision, but what if they don’t? Over the last 30 years, car manufacturers have worked tirelessly to make motor vehicles safer to driver. It’s […]

July 26, 2022

Tips to Prevent Road Rage Accidents

How to Handle Road Rage and Potential Dangers 1. Leave in plenty of time. The best tip for avoiding road rage is to avoid stressful situations, which lead to an annoyed, angry, easily tipped off driver. If it is in your control, leave in enough time to get your destination on time with plenty of […]

July 26, 2022