If you have been involved in a serious accident while performing work-related duties, we understand that you could be left reeling in the wake of such a serious life event. Accidents at work can be incredibly serious, no matter the industry or field. If you or someone you love has been involved in a workplace accident, or if you are seeking financial damages after being involved in a work-related accident, speak with our firm immediately. The injury attorney at Edwards Frickle & Culver can help you through the legal process of filing for financial compensation. Call (406) 226-8193 today!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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$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.
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$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.
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$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
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“What you did for us was above and beyond, and it took a lot of stress off us.”
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“I will forever be grateful.”
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Our family has been protecting Montanans' rights for four generations.
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Our attorneys have over 100 years of experience.
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More than $140 million recovered for our clients over the past decade.
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Selected as "Best Lawyers in America®" and "Top 100 Trial Lawyers"
Frequently Asked Questions
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Questions
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What things can financial compensation cover?
Answer
In a work injury claim, financial compensation can cover a number of things. Primarily, your financial recovery will include things like: time away from work, potential lost wages or earning capacity (due to loss in ability to perform work-related tasks), past and future medical bills, rehabilitation costs, emergency medical care (such as ambulance transportation), or other accident-related expenses (such as medication or needing a wheel chair).
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Is there a time limit on filing a claim?
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Yes. Depending on your State’s injury laws, there will be a time limit on filing a claim (also known as a statute of limitations) after a workplace injury has occurred. Each state recognizes its own statute of limitations and will typically range anywhere between 200 days to 2 years or more, depending on circumstances. Taking action immediately after your accident will be crucial to the success of your claim.
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What should I do after an accident?
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Immediately following a work-related incident, we highly suggest that you report the injury to your employer or to a similar entity (such as your Human Resources department). The validity of a work injury case could be contingent on whether you reported the work-related injury in a timely fashion. You may only have as little as 30 days to report the injury to your employer. Speak with us to help make sure all of your bases are covered.
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Can I file a lawsuit over a workplace injury?
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Workers’ compensation exists as a type of protection for both employers and employees. Generally speaking, a workers’ compensation claim can help protect employers from serious lawsuits brought by employees. A lawsuit can be brought over a workplace injury in cases involving third party negligence, such as a negligent equipment manufacturer or other events.
When Can I Sue Outside of Workers’ Compensation?
Although a workers’ compensation claim can cover things like temporary disability or time away from work, the reality is, the amount of compensation could actually fail to cover non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. Depending on the nature of the case, there are certain times when an injured worker can file a lawsuit by way of a personal injury claim rather than through the workers’ compensation system.
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Defective Product
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Toxic Substances
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3rd Party Negligence
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Employer Negligence
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No Workers’ Comp Insurance Coverage
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Other Qualifying Events
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How Much Is
My Case Worth?Every case has unique factors that can help increase or diminish the value of a claim. Speak with our firm to learn how much your case could be worth.
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Can I Seek a Recovery
Beyond Workers’ Comp?There are circumstances that may allow you to pursue damages outside of a workers’ compensation claim. Call to learn your options.
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Will My Employer Retaliate
If I Blow the Whistle?By law, employers are not permitted to retaliate in any way after you have reported any type of work-related injury or accident.
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