Posted in News on December 13, 2012
Snuggling up with an electric blanket may seem like the perfect remedy to a cold Montana winter evening, but Billings readers may want to double check the brand and manufacturer before getting too comfortable. In a recently filed federal lawsuit, one woman claims that a popular appliance manufacturer has been knowingly peddling a dangerous and… read more
Two car crash on South Side injures Billings driverPosted in News on December 6, 2012
A 36-year-old woman had to be extracted from her car through the passenger door after a two car collision in Billings’ South Side on November 27. Police say another Billings woman will probably be cited for failing to yield the right of way after crashing her Isuzu SUV into the driver’s side of a Chevrolet… read more
Second caffeine drink investigated for possible link to deathsPosted in News on November 29, 2012
Billings readers who tuned into a recent discussion about concerns over Monster brand energy drinks may want to take notice of a similar investigation into fatality reports that may be related to the popular 5-Hour Energy caffeine supplement. The new investigation marks the second time in only a few weeks that highly caffeinated beverages have… read more
Montana bar sued over fatal car accidentPosted in News on November 20, 2012
A Montana tavern may face liability for damages to the family of a young man who lost his life after being run over by a driver who had been served alcohol only 10 minutes earlier. The young man’s family recently commenced a wrongful death action seeking to hold the tavern responsible for contributing to… read more
Billings teen accused in injury-causing accidentPosted in News on November 14, 2012
A 19-year-old Billings man faces criminal charges after allegedly rolling a Toyota Cressida on November 7 while attempting to make a left turn. According to court documents, Montana Highway Patrol officers responded to reports of an auto accident on Johnson Lane in Lockwood just before midnight. A passenger in the vehicle received treatment for a… read more
Driver fatigue suspected in Billings area truck crashPosted in News on November 9, 2012
Police suspect that truck driver fatigue may have been a factor in a single vehicle crash that took place in the early hours of October 27. According to reports, a semi truck ended up in a creek bed after crashing through a highway guardrail and down an embankment. The truck accident happened around 1:30 a.m…. read more
Energy drinks may be a health risk to Billings childrenPosted in News on November 1, 2012
Billings readers may be surprised to learn that a popular energy drink has come under scrutiny by the Food and Drug Administration in the wake of a lawsuit by the parents of a 14-year-old girl who may have died after consuming two Monster energy drinks in a 24 hour period. The FDA is now following… read more
Five time drunk driver injures passenger in Billings crashPosted in News on October 24, 2012
A Billings man faces charges including a fifth offense of drunk driving after causing serious injuries to a passenger who drank with him at a local bar. The drunk driver tried to flee the scene of the car accident but did not get far before being picked up by sheriff’s deputies. According to reports of… read more
Billings parents should look twice at window blind dangersPosted in News on October 18, 2012
One of the top five home safety threats continues to remain on the market and in untold numbers of American households in spite of a recent recall effort initiated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Even though many manufacturers may not recognize the safety concerns, Billings parents may want to take another look at their… read more
Passenger argument and alcohol implicated in Billings car crashPosted in News on October 8, 2012
A two-car collision on South Billings Boulevard may be the fault of a distracted driver who lost control due to an argument between passengers. According to a Highway Patrol officer, the car accident took place after midnight on October 1 when a Ford Expedition swerved into oncoming traffic near Riverfront Park and collided with a… read more