A DUI is a very serious offense that can cause a number of negative repercussions in your life. Not only will a DUI conviction increase your insurance rates and hurt your social and professional reputation, … Read More
Secrets Jurors in Montana Never Find Out
Jury duty is an important civic duty. Just like paying your taxes or voting, jury duty is essential to maintaining our civic infrastructure. However, though an estimated 8 million people report for jury duty every … Read More
11 Common Montana DUI Myths Debunked
You may have heard that you can avoid a DUI with a few simple tricks, but do any of them actually work? Here are some of the most common DUI myths in Montana. Portable … Read More
It’s [Not] the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Co-Parenting through the Holidays
It’s [Not] the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Co-Parenting through the Holidays: For many, the thought of the upcoming holidays brings dread, rather than glee. If you are stuck in an unhappy marriage, … Read More
What the Heck Is Aggravated DUI in Montana?
Most people have heard of a DUI or DWI, but there is a newer law called an Aggravated DUI that is being frequently charged in Montana. So, what the heck is it? Aggravated DUI is … Read More
What to Do If You’re a Victim of Misrepresented Insurance Practices
Note: This is Part 2 in our ongoing series examining Universal Life insurance. Read Part 1 here. Have you been paying for a Universal Life, Indexed Universal Life or Variable Life insurance policy? Has the … Read More
The Do’s and Do-Not’s of Searches and Search Warrants
When you are arrested and accused of a serious crime, panic sets in. It’s easy to make poor decisions in the heat of the moment. Many people think they know what to do when confronted … Read More
What Law Enforcement Doesn’t Want You to Know About DUI Investigations
Photo: ODT on Flickr Most people believe that pretty much everyone who gets arrested for DUI is obviously guilty, and that law enforcement has done a good thing by getting them off the road. … Read More
What Happens to My Driver’s License if I’m Arrested for DUI in Montana?
Photo: Dennis Yang on Flickr As a lawyer in Montana, I’m frequently asked questions about how a DUI arrest or conviction can affect a person’s driver’s license. Not only is this question very common, but … Read More
10 Tips to Avoid Driving Drunk
Lights flash in your rear-view mirror. Busted. You start to feel sick. You don’t relish a run-in with the cops even on an average day, but the thing is, you aren’t totally sure you will blow … Read More