Murphy Law Firm

09/24/2026

Already had a bad knee, back, shoulder, or other injury before you got hurt at work?

That doesn’t necessarily mean the insurance company is off the hook.

Montana workers’ comp attorney Matt Murphy explains when an insurer may still be responsible for an injured body part—even when there was a pre-existing condition or injury.

09/08/2026

Were you injured because of a government employee, vehicle, or unsafe public property in Montana? Government injury claims follow special rules that can affect your right to compensation. Learn what to do next.
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09/04/2026

Congratulations to Murphy Law Firm founder and senior partner Tom Murphy Sr. on receiving the 2026 Montana Trial Lawyers Association Career Achievement Award! This prestigious lifetime honor recognizes a remarkable legal career spanning more than 40 years and a lasting commitment to injured Montanans.
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08/27/2026

For more than 40 years, Tom Murphy Sr. has fought for injured workers across Montana. Now, the Montana Trial Lawyers Association is honoring that career with its prestigious 2026 Career Achievement Award.

In accepting the award, Tom reflected on what mattered most: not the courtrooms, speeches or accolades — but sitting down with clients when they needed a lawyer most.

Congratulations to Tom Murphy Sr. on a career devoted to advocacy, mentorship and injured Montanans.

08/20/2026

In Montana, workers’ comp isn’t optional for most employers.

But the law isn’t designed only to protect injured workers.

Workers’ compensation helps employees get benefits after a workplace injury—and it also gives insured employers important protection from lawsuits over covered injuries.

Matt Murphy explains why Montana requires the coverage and how the system is designed to protect both sides.

08/13/2026

You’ll still see the mysterious numbers associated with Montana today, but their history goes back to the days of vigilantes and frontier justice.

Was it a warning? A threat? A code for a grave? Even historians don’t completely agree.

Attorney Matt Murphy digs into one of Montana’s strangest and most recognizable symbols.

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08/06/2026

The workers’ comp adjuster wants to record your statement after a workplace injury. Is it just a routine part of the claim—or a conversation you should approach carefully?

Montana workers’ compensation attorney Matt Murphy explains what injured workers should know before they go on the record.

Watch before you answer the adjuster’s call.

08/05/2026

Confused about Montana's new nuisance law? Our latest article breaks down HB 791 in plain English, including what changed, who may be liable, and when a private nuisance claim may still apply.
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Learn how Montana's 2025 public nuisance law changed who can be sued, what qualifies as a public nuisance, and how private nuisance claims are affected.

08/03/2026

Need cash while your injury case is pending? Third-party litigation funding may seem like an easy solution, but it could significantly reduce the settlement you ultimately receive. Learn how it works and what Montana law requires before signing any agreement.
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Learn how third-party litigation funding works in Montana, when disclosure is required, and the risks that could reduce your injury settlement.

07/31/2026

Did you know a dog owner in Montana may still be liable even if their dog has never bitten anyone before? Our guide explains Montana's dog bite laws, negligence claims, compensation, and filing deadlines.
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Bitten by a dog in Great Falls? Learn how liability works inside and outside city limits, what evidence you need, and how long you have to file a claim.