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When you seek medical care, you trust that doctors, nurses, and hospitals will treat you properly. When that trust is broken and a preventable mistake causes harm, the impact can follow you for years.
A Montana medical malpractice attorney at Conner, Marr & Pinski represents patients and families across the state who were injured due to medical negligence. We work with clients in Kalispell, Billings, Bozeman, Helena, Missoula, Great Falls, and communities throughout Montana. If a healthcare provider’s actions left you injured or facing unexpected medical problems, our firm can review what happened and explain what steps may be available.
Were you the victim of medical malpractice in Montana? We can help. Contact our office at (406) 727-3550 to schedule a free initial consultation.
Medical malpractice happens when a healthcare provider fails to provide reasonable care and a patient is harmed as a result. These cases often involve serious injuries, extended recovery, and lasting financial strain. Some of the most common types of Montana medical malpractice cases include:
Not every poor medical outcome is malpractice, but many valid cases are overlooked at first. Our team can review your situation and help determine whether negligence played a role.
To pursue a medical malpractice claim in Montana, it must be shown that a healthcare provider failed to follow accepted medical standards and that this failure caused injury. Our attorneys handle the investigative work needed to support a claim, including:
Reviewing medical records
Consulting qualified medical professionals
Identifying where care went wrong
Connecting the mistake to the harm suffered
This process allows us to build clear, well-supported claims on behalf of injured patients and their families.
Medical malpractice cases often involve more than one responsible party. Depending on the circumstances, liability may rest with:
Physicians and surgeons
Nurses and medical staff
Anesthesiologists
Hospitals and healthcare facilities
Clinics or long-term care providers
When multiple providers contributed to an injury, our firm examines every layer of care to ensure accountability is fully addressed.
Many clients come to us because something simply felt wrong. Maybe your condition worsened instead of improved. Maybe a second doctor gave you a completely different diagnosis. Perhaps a procedure created complications that were never mentioned.
Even if you aren’t sure whether medical negligence played a role, your instincts matter. The best first step is to sit down with an attorney who can review your records and gather insight from medical experts. Once we understand the facts, we can tell you whether your experience likely rises to the level of malpractice under Montana law.
Montana law places deadlines on when medical malpractice claims may be filed. In most cases, claims must be brought within two years of the injury or when it was discovered. Beginning July 1, 2025, the filing period expands to three years. Starting early allows time to gather records, consult experts, and prepare a strong case before deadlines pass.
Suffering harm due to medical negligence can leave deep scars—not only physically but emotionally and financially as well. Compensation in a Montana medical malpractice lawsuit serves as a way for victims and their families to begin rebuilding their lives. It can help ease the burden of medical bills, cover ongoing treatment, replace lost income, and provide support during an incredibly challenging time. Recovering damages isn’t just about financial relief; it’s about acknowledging the harm done and giving victims the resources they need to move toward healing.
The types of damages you may be able to recover include:
Montana does place a limit on non-economic damages—things like pain, emotional distress, and loss of companionship—capped at $250,000. There is no cap on economic losses such as medical bills or lost earnings.
When you work with Conner, Marr & Pinski, you work directly with a team that prepares every medical malpractice case thoroughly. Our firm handles:
Case investigation and evidence collection
Medical expert consultation
Insurance communication and negotiations
Trial preparation when needed
We keep clients informed throughout the process and handle the legal side so they can focus on recovery.
Having an advocate by your side during such a challenging time can be a profound relief. A skilled attorney not only provides clarity and support but also helps you regain a sense of control over your situation. Knowing someone is fighting for justice on your behalf allows you to begin moving toward peace and healing, making an otherwise traumatic experience just a little easier to endure.
Conner, Marr & Pinski has represented injured Montanans for decades. Our firm is known for careful case preparation, clear communication, and strong advocacy. We regularly represent clients from Billings to Kalispell, Bozeman to Missoula, Helena to Great Falls, and throughout the state. We know Montana’s healthcare system, we understand the challenges that come with complex medical cases, and we’re committed to standing up for people who were let down by the professionals they trusted.
Contact the experienced medical malpractice attorneys at Conner, Marr & Pinski today for a free consultation.
The most challenging aspect of proving medical malpractice is demonstrating that the medical provider breached their duty of care and that this directly caused your injury or condition. This often requires in-depth reviews of medical records and opinions from expert witnesses to establish that the care you received fell below the accepted standard. A skilled attorney with experience in medical malpractice cases can help gather and present the evidence needed to prove your claim.
Yes, you can sue a hospital directly in Montana if the hospital’s actions or policies contributed to the malpractice. This includes situations where the hospital failed to properly train or supervise staff, maintain unsafe conditions, or allow unqualified medical professionals to treat patients. Your attorney can help determine whether the hospital, medical staff, or both can be held accountable in your case.
Depending on their complexity, medical malpractice cases in Montana can take several months to a few years. The process involves multiple stages, including investigation, filing the claim, negotiation, and possibly going to trial. Cases that settle out of court generally conclude faster, while those that proceed to trial may take longer. Your attorney will help guide you through the process and keep you informed every step of the way.
Signing a waiver or consent form doesn’t necessarily prevent you from filing a medical malpractice claim. While these forms acknowledge the known risks of medical procedures, they do not excuse negligence or substandard care. If a healthcare provider acted outside the scope of reasonable care, they can still be held liable, whether a waiver was signed or not.
If you believe you were harmed by medical negligence, your story matters. Our team is here to listen, guide you through your options, and help you move forward with confidence.
