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Cranes are notorious for causing catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Their weight and height, combined with their potential to drop cargo from above, makes them extremely dangerous machines. In recent years, the Occupational Health & Safety Administration has improved safety regulations in an effort to stop crane accidents. Unfortunately, these efforts have not prevailed. If you were injured in a crane accident, turn to Edwards Frickle & Culver for legal support and guidance. We have the in-depth legal knowledge and extensive experience necessary to exceed your expectations.

  • A. Clifford Edwards

    Devoted Advocate & Proven Litigators

    For 40+ years, Clifford Edwards has dedicated his law practice to representing individuals in . He has had considerable success in the courtroom and in the negotiation room, and he has been able to help many Montanans all over the state remedy wrongs that have been done to them. Clifford and his firm are among legal leaders in representing the injured and maimed in Bakken Oil Field work incidents, as well as landowners against the multiple international, southern U.S.-based oil extractors drilling on their deeded land surfaces.

    Clifford's efforts on behalf of his clients have received national attention. In 1996, he was invited into the most prestigious organization of trial lawyers that exists in America: the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. That association limits its membership to just 500 lawyers throughout the entire United States. That is less than 1/10 of 1% of all of the lawyers practicing in America.

  • Alexander Christopher Edwards

    Attorney

    Christopher Edwards was born and raised in Billings, MT and graduated from Billings West High in 1994. He graduated with honors from the University of Montana with a B.A. in Communications in 2001, and completed Law School at University of Montana in 2005.

    Growing up, Chris worked summers on his family's ranch and ranched full time for several years after completing high school. He seriously considered raising Black Angus cattle as his career until he decided to follow in his father's footsteps and attend law school.

    As a fourth generation Montanan, Chris enjoys hunting, fishing, skiing, and spending time enjoying all Montana has to offer with his wife Kelly, their son A.C., and daughter Isabella Rae.

  • John W. Edwards

    Attorney

    John W. Edwards was born and raised in Billings, MT and graduated from Billings West High in 1998. He graduated from the University of Montana with a B.A. in Communication Studies in 2003 and completed his law degree from the University of Montana in 2008.

    While at the University of Montana, John was fortunate enough to receive his education while participating in intercollegiate athletics. This opportunity allowed John to participate in two Football I-AA National Title games; one being successful in 2001. Between his undergraduate degree and Law School, John interned for the Edwards Law Firm and decided to follow his brother and father in the practice of law.

    As a fourth generation Montanan, John enjoys hunting, fishing, skiing, and spending time enjoying the diversity of Montana with his wife Hollis, their daughter Ellison Marie, and their son William Wright.

  • Roger W. Frickle

    Attorney

    Roger W. Frickle, a Montana attorney, was born in Hardin, Montana, July 6, 1951 and was admitted to the bar in 1991, Montana and U. S. District Courts, District of Montana. When you have been harmed by the negligence of another or wronged by someone's careless actions, you deserve a fair chance at justice. Attorney Frickle can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

  • Triel D. Culver

    Attorney

    Triel has been practicing law in the State of Montana since 1993; U.S. District Court, District of Montana, since 1996; U. S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit since 2000. Born in Anchorage, Alaska, he graduated from Helena High School in 1983. He received his college degree from Middlebury College (B.A. 1988) and received his law degree from the University of Montana (J.D. 1993).
  • Jackie S. Shields

    Attorney

    Jackie was born and raised in Lewistown, Montana. In 1995, she received her Bachelor of Science degree with high honors and a double major in psychology and sociology from Montana State University-Billings. In 1999, she received her law degree from McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in Sacramento, California. Jackie was licensed and began practicing law in California until returning home to Montana in 2004. She has been practicing law in Billings, Montana since 2004 and was licensed in Wyoming in 2005.
  • Jared C. B. Frickle

    Attorney

    Jared was born and raised in Montana, spending much of his youth in Billings and Central Montana. He graduated from Skyview High School in 2000, and in 2005, he graduated from MSU-Billings with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology and a minor in Political Science. After a short break from school, he attended law school at the University of Montana, earning his Juris Doctorate and admittance to the State Bar of Montana in 2009.

    Prior to his practice with Edwards, Frickle & Culver, Jared clerked for the Honorable Gregory R. Todd as well as spent time at the Office of the State Public Defender.

Verdicts & Settlements

  • $21,454,539 Verdict

    $21,454,539 verdict obtained and affirmed in the Montana Supreme Court on behalf of former Montana Power Company employees whose supplemental retirement contracts were wrongfully terminated by NorthWestern Energy in bankruptcy proceedings. It represented the 87th largest verdict nationally that year and one of the largest ever in Montana. The case also included claims from NorthWestern's bankruptcy attorneys from the world wide law firm of Paul Hastings which were settled for a confidential amount one month before trial.

  • $1.5 Verdict

    $1.5 million verdict for failing to provide a safe place to work for an employee who was assaulted. The verdict was affirmed by the Montana Supreme Court holding that police officers are not "experts" requiring formal disclosure of opinions under Rule 26.

  • $14.5 Verdict

    $14.5 million verdict for environmental and groundwater contamination from toxins wrongfully dumped in the Livingston landfill.

What Past Clients Have to Say

About Edwards Frickle & Culver

  • “What you did for us was above and beyond, and it took a lot of stress off us.”

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  • Our family has been protecting Montanans' rights for four generations.

  • Our attorneys have over 100 years of experience.

  • More than $140 million recovered for our clients over the past decade.

  • Selected as "Best Lawyers in America®" and "Top 100 Trial Lawyers"

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Do You Have Questions About Your Personal Injury Claim?

We Have The Answers You’ve Been Looking For

  • Questions

  • What Is The Statute Of Limitations For Filing A Claim After A Crane Accident?

    Answer

    After being severely injured in a crane-related accident, it is vital that you take swift action in retaining legal representation. If you exceed the statute of limitations for filling your claim, you will likely not receive the settlement you deserve.

  • My Insurance Company Said I Don’t Need To Hire An Attorney. Is This True?

    Answer

    Unfortunately, insurance companies focus on the bottom line. As such, they do not take into consideration the long term effects of your injuries. The settlement they will offer you will not cover all of the costs of your injuries. Get in touch with our personal injury lawyer in order to establish your benefits and compensation.

  • Do I Need To Hire An Attorney In Order To File My Personal Injury Claim?

    Answer

    The outcome of your case and the amount of your settlement will heavily depend upon the expertise of your lawyer. Having an experienced attorney in your corner can ensure your insurance company does not take advantage of your rights. We will conduct a comprehensive, in-depth investigation in our pursuit of maximizing your recovery.

Causes Of Crane Accidents

Crane accidents occur for a variety of reasons. The most common types of crane accidents result from malfunction or negligence. Due to the complex mechanical design and height of a crane, even the simplest flaw within the construction of a crane can result in injury or fatality regardless of the integrity or experience of the operator.

  • Dropped Loads
  • Overloaded Crane
  • Collapsing Crane Booms
  • Improper Safety Inspections
  • Poor Equipment Maintenance
  • A Crane In Motion Striking A Passerby

10 Most Common OSHA Standard Violations

  • Fall Protection
  • Hazard Communication
  • Scaffolding
  • Respiratory Protection
  • Control of Hazardous Energy
  • Powered Industrial Trucks
  • Ladders
  • Electrical, Wiring Methods, Components & Equipment
  • Machinery & Machine Guarding
  • Electrical Systems Design

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