Gallatin, MT – Two Men Dead, Woman Hospitalized in Motorcycle Crash on US 191

Gallatin, MT (September 19, 2024) – Two motorists died, and one passenger was injured in a crash between two motorcycles at the intersection of Gooch Hill Road and U.S. Highway 191 in Gallatin Gateway on Friday night, September 20.

Around 8:45 p.m., one motorcycle carrying two riders was moving westbound on Gooch Hill Road, approaching the intersection with Highway 191, when the incident occurred.

The drivers, both males, were pronounced dead on the scene. The female passenger on the motorcycle that entered from Gooch Hill Road survived the accident and was transported to Bozeman Regional Deaconess Medical Center and treated for injuries. Investigators suspect both speed and alcohol were factors in the accident. However, the incident remains under active inquiry, and no additional information has been disclosed.

We offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victims’ family members. Our thoughts are with the injured victims in hopes of their complete recovery.

Motorcycle Fatalities in Montana

Every year throughout the country, nearly 5,000 motorcyclists are killed in collisions, with more than 80% of all motorcycle crashes resulting in an injury or fatality to one of the persons involved. Unsurprisingly, these incidents are much more serious than typical vehicle collisions because there is minimal protection for motorcycle riders from severe, often fatal, injuries that are caused by the inattentive drivers of much larger vehicles or trucks. Considering the lack of airbags and seatbelts to support motorcyclists in the event of an accident, it’s unfortunately common to see victims sustain life-threatening injuries or fatal wounds as a result.

Here at Holloway & Hulling, our exceptional ability to advocate for your best interests directly results from our comprehensive understanding of Montana’s laws, the unique challenges of local regulations, and the specific workings of the local court system. We recognize that each vehicle collision involves its own unique set of complications. Thus, our knowledge is indispensable when you and your family negotiate with insurance companies, navigate the intricacies of Montana’s comparative negligence laws, or calculate the fair value of your claim in light of medical expenses and lost wages.

Throughout every step of your claim, our team is dedicated to delivering a legal strategy customized to your unique needs. If a motorcycle accident has occurred through no fault of your own or resulted in the death of your loved one, please contact our personal injury attorneys right away. Get in touch with our Gallatin wrongful death lawyers right away at (406) 880-7424 to learn more about how we can help you and your family today.

Notes: Our team collects data on accidents in Montana from multiple external sources such as news outlets, police records, social media, and direct accounts from witnesses. We have not independently verified the specifics of this particular incident. Should you encounter any discrepancies in our content, please contact Holloway & Hulling. We will make necessary corrections or remove the information promptly.

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