Great Falls, MT – One Killed in Bus Crash near US-93 & Meadow Cove Ln

Great Falls, MT (December 3, 2023) – A fatal bus crash reported in Lake County on Friday claimed one person’s life. At around 7:00 a.m. on December 1, emergency officials were called to the scene of a major accident that occurred near Flathead Lake.

According to reports provided by area news sources, a Dodge Ram pickup truck, a Chevrolet Silverado, and a school bus collided on US Highway 93 near Mellow Cove Lane. The incident prompted officials to block the roadway as they provided assistance.

Preliminary investigations determined that the school bus was traveling north on the highway. For unknown reasons, the bus crossed over the center line and struck two pickup trucks that were traveling southbound side. The bus was occupied by two people at the time of the accident. They were identified as a 74-year-old passenger and a 61-year-old driver. Both victims were transported to Logan Health in Kalispell for medical care.

The driver of the Dodge was fatally injured in the crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene by responding officers. The driver of the Chevrolet Silverado was transported to Logan Health in Kalispell for treatment for injuries. At this time, the incident is being investigated.

We hope the injured victims recover quickly.

Our condolences go out to the family of the victim killed in this crash.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Montana

Losing a loved one in a fatal truck accident can be incredibly difficult to deal with. Unfortunately, thousands of people across the United States lose their lives as a result of these accidents each year.

The majority of truck accidents take place as a result of some form of negligence. When it comes to truck accidents, speeding, and drowsy driving tend to be two of the leading factors. Drivers are often in a rush to make it to their destination on time. The fact that they have such tight schedules means they need to make it to their destinations on time in order to make it to future locations on schedule. As a result, drivers are more likely to exceed the posted speed limit.

Due to the same circumstances above, drivers are often forced to spend extensive time on the road. Even though there are strict laws and regulations in place that determine how long a driver can stay on the road and how many breaks they are required to have, we continue to see drivers break the rules and spend excessive time on the roadway. This often leads to them falling asleep or becoming drowsy while behind the wheel. In some cases, it can result in drivers utilizing medications to stay awake.

No matter the cause of your loved one’s accident, there may be legal options available to help your family move forward. Working with a national truck accident lawyer can help to determine the cause of the accident and who is liable.

At Burg Simpson, our dedicated lawyers will fight for justice on your behalf by filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible parties. Our reputation proves that when you place your trust in us, we will work hard to get a full and fair settlement for you so that wrongdoers are held accountable while families can heal with peace of mind, knowing they received justice. Contact our national truck accident lawyers today at 888-895-2080 to learn more about how we can help you recover after losing a loved one due to negligence.