by nicole | Jan 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
The approaching legislative session means change and revision to the laws of Montana. One of those changes could impact the laws surrounding the definition of consent in rape cases. Under current Montana law, a “person who knowingly has sexual intercourse without...
by nicole | Jan 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
We have heard a lot about stop and frisk in the last couple of months, namely the New York police’s former stop and frisk policy and the Trump-Pence campaign’s claims that that tactic is an essential crime prevention tool uniquely capable of fending off anarchy and...
by nicole | Jan 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
It was devastating to read the news of a young man killed, and five other adults falling ill, from carbon monoxide poisoning on Christmas Eve. As quoted in the Missoulian, Capt. Vince Williams with the Helena Fire Department warns, "The absolute No. 1 way to...
by nicole | Dec 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you have been injured in an accident, it is important to know your legal rights and remedies. The attorneys at diStefano & Mattingley, PLLP understand that you may be struggling under the financial and emotional burden your injury has caused. They will work...
by nicole | Dec 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
It’s holiday party season in Montana. If you are planning to attend holiday parties on other people's property, you should be aware of the hidden dangers that could take you out of the celebration. You should also know that in many cases, property owners can be...
by nicole | Dec 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
Everyone knows Montana roads and highways can be dangerous. With blind curves, small shoulders, black ice, wild animals, and other drivers, there are many things that can cause an accident. On a single day in October, it is not uncommon to see five dead deer on the...