The Montana Supreme Court recently dismissed a challenge brought by a coalition of business and industry groups against a proposed ballot initiative. The measure, known as The Montana Plan, would limit corporate spending in state elections. For business owners who track how state law treats corporate participation in politics, the ruling is worth understanding. What […]
Commercial disputes carry a reputation that scares many business owners. People picture endless courtroom battles, runaway legal bills, and years of distraction from running their company. Some of that fear is justified, but much of it rests on misunderstanding. When you separate the myths from the reality, commercial litigation becomes far less intimidating and far […]
Chris Walker, senior associate attorney at Silverman Law Office, has been voted Best Attorney in Helena in the 2026 Best of Helena contest hosted by the Independent Record. The annual recognition is determined through a public nomination and voting process. Walker focuses his practice on business and contract matters, real estate transactions, estate planning and […]
Ivy Newman Fredrickson, an attorney with Silverman Law Office, has been named Best Attorney in Butte in the 2026 Best of Butte and Beyond contest hosted by The Montana Standard. Winners are selected through a public nomination and voting process. A fifth-generation Butte resident, Fredrickson focuses her practice on estate planning, probate, real estate, business […]
Scrolling through social media during tax season, it’s easy to find posts promising big refunds, secret loopholes, or easy ways to “beat the IRS.” These so-called “tax hacks” often go viral, shared by influencers who make filing taxes sound simple, and painless. But the truth is far less appealing: many of these tips are misleading […]
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