Great Falls, MT (October 22, 2024) – Per local authorities, one person died, and two people were injured in a three-vehicle crash in Flathead County on Tuesday, October 22.
According to the Montana Highway Patrol, it happened at about 7:25 a.m. near the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 and Hodgson Road, just southwest of Columbia Falls. The vehicles and people involved in the collision were a Chevy Sonic driven by a 68-year-old man, an Acura MDX driven by a 46-year-old man, and a Chevy Silverado driven by an 82-year-old man.
The MHP report says the Sonic was eastbound on Brunner Road when it pulled out into traffic, turning left onto U.S. Highway 2. The Chevy was hit by the Acura in the intersection; the Acura came to rest in the road, where it was hit by the Silverado. One of the victims was pronounced dead at the site while the other two were transported to an area medical center. Currently, there is no information available regarding the suspected cause of the accident, but an investigation continues during the interim.
We offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their loved ones at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Fatal Car Accidents in Montana
Given the chaos caused by several drivers and the possibility of serious injuries, determining fault is only one of the many difficulties that occur after a multi-vehicle collision in Montana. It is crucial to follow Montana’s traffic regulations and carefully review the accident’s surrounding data to identify the cause of these multi-vehicle incidents, which typically result from a series of events started by one or more drivers.
The general intricacy and difficulties of these multi-driver incidents compound the afternoon’s stress and irritation, sometimes leading to a larger number of parties at fault and a more difficult legal recourse for any casualties. This contrasts with collisions involving one car or fewer people. Thankfully, after an accident, victims in Montana have the right to defend their legal rights, and they may do so with the help of an experienced lawyer.
Our profound knowledge of personal injury laws and our long history of providing compassionate care to injured victims and their families during the most trying times of their lives directly contribute to Holloway & Hulling’s extraordinary ability to fight for your best interests. Our knowledge is invaluable whether you and your family are negotiating with insurance companies, figuring out the intricacies of Montana’s negligence rules, or figuring out the fair worth of your claim about medical costs and lost income.
At each stage of your claim, our team is dedicated to developing a legal strategy customized to fit your needs. If you have sustained injuries as a result of a car accident that was not your responsibility, please contact our personal injury attorneys immediately. To learn more about how we can assist you and your family today, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Great Falls car accident lawyers at (406) 880-7424.
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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