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When people in Billings or Bozeman are wrongfully accused of drunk driving, it’s important that they speak with skilled attorneys about their legal options. Our team of DUI lawyers have years of experience crafting defense strategies that reduce charges or help get them dropped. Some of the defense strategies in drunk driving cases involve pointing out errors by police officers. They can happen during a stop, a sobriety test, or even back at the station. Let’s consider how law enforcement errors can lead to false or mistaken DUI charges. Law Enforcement Isn’t Infallible Even though many of us put our trust in law enforcement each day, the fact of the matter is

Robbery is one of the leading property crimes across the nation. Although robbery is illegal, there are laws in this country to protect those who have been charged with this crime. Our justice system works under the assumption that every individual is innocent until proven guilty. Still people may be quick to make judgements when someone has been charged with a crime. This is why it is so important that individuals who have been arrested for robbery work with experienced property crimes attorneys who will provide a strong defense to reduce or clear any criminal charges. At Tipp Coburn Schandelson PC, our property crimes attorneys have over 55 years of experience. Our

The loss of a loved one is always difficult. When that person’s death was caused by another person’s negligence, it’s important to seek legal help. Holding that negligent party accountable for their actions can help you seek justice for your loved one. The lawyers of Tipp Coburn Schandelson PC have helped countless clients in the Missoula area with personal injury and wrongful death litigation. We’d like to focus on eligibility for filing a wrongful death lawsuit and what other considerations need to be made. Wrongful Death Lawsuits Defined In basic terms, wrongful death refers to an incident in which a person is injured/harmed and subsequently killed as a result of another person’s

Any auto accident has the potential to cause serious injuries resulting in significant financial losses. However, certain types of accidents are known to be more dangerous than others. Auto accidents caused by wrong way driving are some of the most hazardous accidents. That’s because, in most cases, wrong way driving accidents involve head-on collisions. These types of car accidents can set someone back physically, emotionally, and financially. It may seem easy to prove fault in an accident caused by wrong way driving, but that doesn’t mean the liable party’s insurance company will provide accident victims with the full extent of compensation they deserve. At the law offices of Tipp Coburn Schandelson

A car accident can take place at any location and any time. However, accident statistics do show that there are factors known to increase the risk of a car accident. Intersections are one of the most likely places for an auto accident to occur. To minimize this danger, many intersections are directed by lighted traffic signals. Unfortunately, a traffic signal is only helpful if drivers follow its commands. Sadly, red light car accidents are frequent. These car accidents can result in serious personal injuries and financial losses. The experienced auto accident attorneys at Tipp Coburn Schandelson PC offer legal representation to victims of car accidents. We fight to ensure that auto accidents

We expect the vehicles we drive to be safe and for companies to look out for the best interests of consumers. Unfortunately this is not always the case. Sometimes companies cut corners or do not pay attention to quality and safety. When this happens, a Missoula-based car accident attorney at our law firm can help. Vehicle defects are often grounds for product liability lawsuits. We’d like to focus on steering system defects and why they need to be taken seriously. Automakers Should Test Steering Systems When it comes to ensuring vehicle safety, it’s of the utmost importance that auto companies test their vehicles. Rigorous safety testing and quality assurance will help ensure

We are proud to announce that Brett D. Schandelson has won the Montana Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 2017 Lawyer of the Year award!  Each year MTACDL gives the Charles F. “Timer” Moses Lawyer of the Year award to the lawyer or lawyers that achieve significant results in handling criminal defense cases. This year MTACDL has chosen to honor Brett for his pro bono representation and exoneration of Montana Innocence Project Client Richard Raugust.  After representing Richard for four years, donating an estimated 400 hours of legal work in the process, Richard was finally and fully exonerated in September 2016. The award came as a complete shock to Brett, although

Being involved in a car accident is a frightening experience. Unfortunately, fear is only one small consequence of an auto accident. The negative effects of a car accident can be severe and long lasting, especially when the accident is a head-on collision. Head-on car accidents can result in serious personal injury, significant financial losses, and physical and emotional pain and suffering. It is important for victims of head-on car accidents to understand their legal rights following such a traumatic event. The experienced car accident attorneys at Tipp Coburn Schandelson PC can build a case to prove liability following such an accident. Victims of head-on car accidents in the Missoula, MT area

There are many laws and regulations that have been put in place to improve safety on the roads. Unfortunately, there are still thousands of car accidents each day all across America. Car accidents can result in injuries, deaths, and significant financial losses for those involved. Sadly, many of these accidents are completely avoidable. Many auto accidents are caused by reckless decisions or a failure to adhere to laws and safety standards. When someone suffers damages as the result of a car crash that was caused by another individual, they have a right to fight for financial compensation. The experienced auto accident attorneys at Tipp Coburn Schandelson PC help auto accident victims fight for

When you or a loved one is harmed in a serious motor vehicle collision, it may be essential to contact experienced injury attorneys. Personal injury attorneys ca hold negligent drivers and other parties accountable if they caused or contributed to the collision. In the case of serious or fatal car accidents caused by reckless drivers or drunk drivers, matters may seem cut and dry. When the collision was caused by vehicle defects, the case can be more complicated. That’s where skilled legal representation becomes crucial. With this issue in mind, we’d like to consider the hazards posed by defective tires. Different kinds of tire defects can lead to serious collisions. The Dangers