Business Details
Montana Injury Lawyers You Can Trust
Murphy Law Firm has dedicated over 75 years to advocating for injured Montanans, specializing in workers' compensation, personal injury, wrongful death, and Social Security Disability cases. Our board-certified attorneys, including Thomas J. Murphy, Charla K. Tadlock, Matthew J. Murphy, and Thomas M. Murphy, combine extensive courtroom experience with a client-first philosophy. We prioritize compassionate representation, ensuring clients receive fair compensation while navigating complex legal systems.Our contingency fee model guarantees payment only upon successful case resolution. With a proven track record of recovering over $10 million in denied benefits last year alone, we emphasize transparency, integrity, and personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Workers Compensation
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death Claims
Social Security Disability
Trial Representation
Highlights and features
- 75+ years of combined experience in injury law
- Board-certified attorneys with courtroom trial expertise
- Contingency fee model (no payment unless we win)
- Recovered $10M+ in denied benefits last year
- Client-first approach with personalized case strategies
What people say
Outstanding job
Held employer accountable
Professional and supportive
Recovered rightful compensation
Highly recommended
Services
Workers Compensation
Our workers' compensation practice helps injured employees secure medical treatment and wage-loss benefits after job-related injuries. We challenge denied claims and represent clients in appeals, ensuring compliance with Montana's complex workers' comp statutes. Our attorneys negotiate with insurers and litigate cases to maximize benefits for permanent disabilities, occupational diseases, and workplace fatalities.
Personal Injury
We represent victims of motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and catastrophic injuries. Our team investigates liability, documents damages, and pursues compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. We handle cases involving truck accidents, distracted driving, and wrongful death, with a focus on proving negligence under Montana's comparative fault laws.
Wrongful Death
Our wrongful death practice assists families in recovering financial support after preventable fatalities. We handle cases from workplace accidents, vehicle collisions, and medical malpractice, pursuing compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional distress. We challenge insurance denials and litigate complex cases involving third-party liability.
Social Security Disability
We guide clients through Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applications and appeals. Our attorneys prepare medical documentation, represent clients at hearings, and challenge denials based on technicalities or insufficient evidence. We specialize in complex cases involving long-term disabilities and compassionate allowance conditions.
Trial Representation
Our trial-ready attorneys prepare every case for courtroom presentation, leveraging decades of litigation experience. We handle complex legal arguments, evidentiary challenges, and appellate strategies across workers' comp, personal injury, and disability cases. This approach strengthens settlement negotiations and ensures maximum client recovery.
People
Thomas J. Murphy
Founder
Thomas J. Murphy established the firm's legacy of injured advocacy, combining 40+ years of legal expertise with courtroom prowess. He focuses on complex workers' comp and personal injury cases, maintaining a client-centered approach while challenging insurance company tactics.
Matthew J. Murphy
Attorney
Matthew J. Murphy specializes in workers' compensation and SSD cases, recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. He combines aggressive litigation skills with compassionate client support, serving on the Montana Trial Lawyers Association board to advance injured rights.
Charla K. Tadlock
Attorney
Charla K. Tadlock focuses on disability claims and appeals, providing strategic legal guidance through complex Social Security processes. Her client testimonials highlight exceptional communication skills and success in overturning initial benefit denials through administrative hearings.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a workplace injury?
Seek medical attention, report the injury to your employer within 30 days, and contact Murphy Law Firm to protect your workers' comp rights.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Montana?
Montana's statute of limitations is 3 years from the accident date, but earlier action improves evidence preservation and case strength.
Can I appeal a Social Security Disability denial?
Yes, most claims require hearings before an Administrative Law Judge. Our attorneys have 95%+ success rate at this stage.
What makes a wrongful death case successful?
Proving negligence through comprehensive investigation, expert testimony, and demonstrating financial/e emotional damages to survivors.
How are attorney fees structured?
We work on contingency fees - you pay nothing unless we win your case, with fees capped at 33% of recovery by Montana law.
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