Motorcycle helmet graphic

“Will the insurance company deny my claim because I didn’t have a helmet on?” If you were injured in a motorcycle crash anywhere in Idaho and you weren’t wearing head protection, that question is probably keeping you up at night. The short answer is no—going bare-headed doesn’t automatically torpedo your case. But Idaho’s unique helmet […]

dog bite

For years, Idaho was lumped in with so-called “one bite” states—jurisdictions where a dog basically gets a free pass the first time it bites, and the owner is liable only after the animal has demonstrated vicious tendencies. But in 2016 the Idaho Legislature quietly rewrote the rules. Today, Idaho Code § 25-2810 places strict liability on owners in most bite […]

Timeline

The moment you file an injury claim, one question looms large: “How long until I actually get paid?” Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. In Idaho, motor-vehicle collisions, slip-and-falls, dog bites, and other personal-injury cases can wrap up in a few months—or drag on for several years—depending on a mix of medical, legal, and insurance factors. This post breaks down […]

At fault

When metal crunches and airbags deploy, one question rises above the chaos: Who is at fault? In Idaho, the answer decides who pays medical bills, fixes cars, and potentially faces a lawsuit. But fault isn’t always obvious—even in seemingly simple fender-benders. Below is a clear, step-by-step look at how fault is assigned under Idaho law, what evidence […]

cars in city

On April 24, 2025, a two-vehicle collision occurred on southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 74.5, north of Pocatello, Idaho. The incident resulted in one fatality and injuries to two individuals.​ East Idaho News+1Local News 8+1 Incident Details At approximately 1:55 p.m., a 2000 Subaru Legacy, driven by a 48-year-old male from Inkom, Idaho, was traveling […]

stopwatch

Getting hurt in a car crash, slip-and-fall, or dog attack is stressful enough. The last thing you need is confusion about legal deadlines—but Idaho’s statute of limitations makes timing critical. Miss the window to file, and even the strongest case can be barred forever. Below is a clear, Idaho-specific guide on how much time you […]

cars on highway

On March 13, 2025, a tragic single-vehicle accident occurred on Lovell Valley Road in Benewah County, Idaho, resulting in the death of one passenger.​ Incident Details At approximately 11:04 p.m., a vehicle traveling westbound on Lovell Valley Road left the roadway and crashed. The accident involved a single vehicle with two occupants. One of the […]

Courthouse

If you’ve been injured in an accident in Idaho—whether it was a car crash, a slip-and-fall, or a dog bite—you might be wondering: Do I have a personal injury claim? It’s a fair question, and the answer depends on a few key factors. In this post, we’ll walk you through how to evaluate whether your situation may […]

car accident

On the evening of April 20, 2025, a tragic head-on collision occurred on West Road near North 500 West in Jerome County, Idaho, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. https://www.kmvt.com Incident Details At approximately 8:29 p.m., a 29-year-old man was driving a midsize car westbound on West Road. According to the Idaho State Police, […]

phone

When the dust settles after a crash on I-84 or a fender-bender in downtown Boise, your phone may ring with a “friendly” voice from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. The adjuster says they just need your side of the story to “speed up the claim.” Should you cooperate? Short answer: Proceed with extreme caution—ideally, not […]