Great Falls Industrial Accident Attorney
Montana’s Trial Record in Industrial Cases Means Insurance Carriers Take Us Seriously
Montana ranks among the top five states in the nation for workplace fatalities, with 7.9 deaths per 100,000 workers according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. When an industrial accident leaves a worker in Great Falls or Cascade County seriously hurt, the path forward often involves both a workers’ compensation claim and a separate civil action against negligent third parties. These two tracks run on different deadlines, cover different damages, and require different legal strategies. At Hoyt & Blewett PLLC, we’ve represented injured industrial workers and their families across Montana, securing results that include an $11 million construction accident settlement. We offer free consultations with no upfront fees and no payment unless we recover compensation for you.
Schedule a free consultation today by calling (406) 233-1302 or filling out our online contact form.
Common Types of Industrial Accidents
An industrial accident is any unexpected event that causes injury or illness to workers in settings like factories, warehouses, power plants, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities. These environments involve heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and demanding physical labor, all of which raise the risk of serious harm.
Common industrial accidents include:
- Machinery Accidents: Workers can become caught in or struck by industrial machines, leading to severe trauma or amputation.
- Falls: Slips or falls from ladders, scaffolding, or faulty safety railings.
- Explosions and Fires: Industrial sites handling chemicals, flammable materials, or electrical systems carry a high risk of fire and explosion.
- Exposure to Toxic Substances: Workers can suffer long-term health effects from inhaling or contacting hazardous chemicals.
- Vehicle Accidents: Forklifts, cranes, and other industrial vehicles can cause collisions and crush injuries.
- Electrical Accidents: Contact with high-voltage power sources can cause severe burns, shock, or death.
- Structural Failures: Collapsing buildings, roofs, or scaffolding can trap or injure workers.
Our Verdicts Speak Volumes
Life-Changing Results, Time and Time Again
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$27,000,000 Settlement
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$21,350,000 Jury Verdict
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$11,000,000 Settlement
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$6,500,000 Settlement
Recovering Compensation After an Industrial Accident
If you’ve been injured at an industrial site, there are two main avenues for seeking compensation: workers’ compensation and third-party claims.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits
In Montana, most employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance covering full-time, part-time, seasonal, and occasional employees. If you’re injured on the job, you’re generally entitled to:
- Medical expenses
- Wage replacement (temporary or permanent disability benefits)
- Vocational rehabilitation, if needed
One key advantage of workers’ compensation is that you don’t need to prove fault to receive benefits. Under Montana law, injured workers must report the injury to their employer within 30 days (Montana Code Annotated 39-71-603) and file a written claim within 12 months of the incident (Montana Code Annotated 39-71-601). Keep in mind that accepting workers’ compensation benefits generally prevents you from filing a direct lawsuit against your employer, with limited exceptions for intentional misconduct.
Why Great Falls Industrial Workers Choose Hoyt & Blewett PLLC
Our track record in serious injury and construction cases sets us apart in ways that matter to insurance carriers from the first letter we send. Hoyt & Blewett PLLC has secured 18 jury verdicts in excess of $1 million, including an $11 million construction accident settlement directly relevant to the industrial cases we handle, and the largest reported individual personal injury settlement in Montana history at $27 million. Past results don’t guarantee future outcomes, but they signal to opposing carriers and defense counsel exactly who they’re dealing with.
National Recognition Backed by a Three-Generation Legacy
Zander Blewett is the only attorney in Montana admitted to the Inner Circle of Advocates, a group limited to 100 of the nation’s top plaintiff trial lawyers, and the only Montana lawyer admitted to the Lawdragon Hall of Fame. All four partners, Zander Blewett, Anders Blewett, Drew Blewett, and Joseph Cosgrove, were the only Montana lawyers named to the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in America for 2022. Many of our cases come through attorney referrals, a reflection of the reputation we’ve built across more than three generations of Montana law, beginning with Alex Blewett in 1938.
What Injured Workers Can Expect When They Work With Us
We approach every industrial accident case with the same standards that have produced our record results across Montana.
- Named Credentials That Matter: National recognition that insurance carriers take seriously in settlement negotiations.
- Proven Trial Record: We’ve actually taken cases to verdict, which gives us real leverage beyond promises of aggressive representation.
- Merit-Based Case Selection: We screen each case carefully before accepting it, so the clients we take on may have a stronger chance at fair recovery.
- Contingency Fee Representation: No upfront fees and no payment unless we recover compensation for you.
- Free Consultations: An initial case evaluation costs nothing and carries no signing obligation.
We have over 150 five-star Google reviews from clients across Montana. We serve clients in Great Falls and Cascade County and represent injured workers throughout the state. If you’ve been injured in an industrial accident, we’re ready to evaluate your case at no cost.
Contact us today at (406) 233-1302 to schedule your free consultation with a Great Falls industrial accident attorney.
