Montana Premises Liability Lawyers

We Have the Skill and Experience to Help You Make a Claim After a Slip & Fall or Other Accident.

A curb hidden by a snowdrift or an unexpected patch of black ice are just two of the many hazards winter can bring. You’ve likely learned where these conditions are most likely to exist on your property and done what you can to reduce the risk. When you’re on other people’s property, whether it’s private or commercial, you can reasonably expect they’ve done the same. When an unexpected hazard causes an accident, you may be able to make a claim for compensation.

Winter isn’t the only time properties can become dangerous. Hard-to-see hazards might cause trips or slips at any time of the year. An unfenced pool may be an attractive nuisance. Anything not properly attached to a building, be it a light, a shelf, or a balcony, could fall and injure others. If you are hurt in an accident caused by any foreseeable threat or dangerous condition of a property, let us help you understand your right to file a claim for compensation.

With over 130 years of combined experience, you can be assured you’re in good hands with our team. Call Hoyt & Blewett PLLC today at (406) 233-1302 for a free consultation with our Montana premises liability attorneys.

When Can I File a Premises Liability Claim in Montana?

When does an accident become the responsibility of a landowner or tenant? Unlike some states, Montana does not divide visitors into subcategories of invitees, licensees, and trespassers. All have the same right under the law to pursue a claim for compensation—though a jury may consider the circumstances of their visit as they deliberate.

Landowners have the responsibility to warn everyone of:

• Hidden dangers
• Open or obvious dangers that might cause harm to a reasonable person

In other words, it’s up to a property owner to foresee the conduct that is likely for a visitor and accordingly provide warnings and/or safety measures. However, this doesn’t mean your accident claim will be easy to win, particularly if you are in any way at fault for causing your injuries. Under Montana’s comparative negligence rule, the defendant is entitled to reduce the amount of your recovery if he or she can successfully prove you were partially at fault. Having a strong attorney by your side can help you approach such challenges with confidence.

Types of Premises Liability Cases in MT

There are many types of premises liability cases involving accidents and injuries. No matter your situation, our team wants to hear your story. Let us know how we can help you in case of:

• Ceiling collapse
• Code violations
• Defective property conditions
• Dog bites
• Fires
• Inadequate maintenance
• Negligent security
• Obstructions
• Poor lighting
• Porch collapse
• Slip & fall
• Snow & ice accidents
• Swimming pool accidents
• Toxic exposure
• Unsafe stairways

If you have a different premises liability issue you believe gives you the right to file a premises liability claim, we invite you to reach out to us. We provide free, no-obligation consultations to help you understand your rights and options.