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Bus Accident Law Firm

We Proudly Serve Victims & Their Families. Call Us to Get the Justice You Need.

At Edwards Frickle & Culver, we know that your choice in attorney will be a crucial, integral part in your journey to obtaining financial compensation after a serious accident. That is why accident victims and their families throughout the area trust us. We have earned a reputation for being the local law firm to meet the needs of our clients and we have been doing so since our firm’s inception. We have created a unique environment of genuine care, compassionate, and client service because we believe our clients deserve it.

If you or someone you love has been involved in a bus accident, speak with us today to learn how we can help.

  • 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.”

    J. & D. F.

  • “There are no words to express my gratitude for all you’ve done for me. ”

    M.C.

  • “I will forever be grateful.”

    C.B.

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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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Your Concerns, Answered

Common Questions

  • Questions

  • Who will be held accountable for my accident?

    Answer

    If you were injured in an accident caused by no fault of your own, or if a loved one has been wrongfully killed due to another party’s negligent or reckless behavior, then you could be eligible to file a claim and pursue financial compensation under your State’s personal injury laws. Different parties can be held responsible for an accident that resulted in injury, including individuals (like a reckless bus driver) or an entity (such as a product manufacturer).

  • What type of compensation can I recover?

    Answer

    Recoveries can come in two forms: non-economic compensation and economic compensation. Economic compensation typically refers to the following: medical bills (past and current), lost wages due to time away from work, lost earning capacity, and property damages. Non-economic compensation can refer to: emotional pain and suffering, change in lifestyle, loss of companionship, or loss of enjoyment of life. Other forms of compensation can also include punitive damages or wrongful death claims.

  • Should I accept the deal my insurance company provided?

    Answer

    You have insurance coverage for a reason: when emergencies hit, you want to know that you are covered. Unfortunately, most insurance company settlements are so pitifully low that most victims are left with additional expenses in the aftermath of an accident. We know that the last thing you want is a courtroom battle, but we can help make sure you receive the full compensation you really deserve.

  • Why do I need a lawyer?

    Answer

    Working with an attorney can help level the playing field. Simply put, our firm makes sure insurance companies don’t try to corner you into accepting a low-ball offer. We know how to investigate a case to make sure you are receiving the full amount of compensation, and then we fight hard to make sure you do not receive anything less than what you rightly deserve.

Understanding Fault & Cause in Bus Accidents

Bus accidents can be caused by all sorts of things, including fault or no-fault events. Bus accidents may be rare compared to the frequency in which auto accidents occur. When a collision with a bus does happen, however, they can be devastating.

  • Careless, Reckless Drivers
  • Improperly Trained Drivers
  • Traffic Law Violations
  • Poorly Maintained Roads
  • Drunk or Distracted Driving
  • Defective Auto Parts
  • Possible Case Outcomes

    Charges Reduced

    There may be a chance that you can get your charges reduced to a misdemeanor, depending upon circumstances with what exactly happened.

  • Possible Case Outcomes

    Suppressed Evidence

    In some instances, it can be proven that some type of violation occurred during the process of investigation, which could lead to evidence being thrown out of court.

  • Possible Case Outcomes

    Charges Dismissed

    We work tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome, including getting your criminal charges completely dismissed, acquitted, or dropped.

Cover Your Bases with Our Bus Accident Checklist

9 Things You Should Do After a Bus Crash

  • Stay at the scene of the accident, but move to a safe location.

  • Make sure you and anyone else who is hurt receives necessary medical attention.

  • Contact law enforcement to report the accident.

  • Exchange information with the other driver (ex: name, insurance, etc.)

  • Talk to witnesses, if any, and write down their contact information.

  • Take pictures of the accident, including the cars, the scene, and any injuries.

  • Let your insurance company know about the accident.

  • Document and save everything regarding the accident.

  • Hire a personal injury attorney to look out for your best interests.

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