Off the Record

In this episode of Off The Record, attorneys Paul Adam and v discuss two important topics that many parents don't think about until it's too late: insuring teenage drivers and handling injury claims involving children. They explain why parents must add teen drivers to their insurance policies, the risks of household exclusions, and when parents may be held liable for a child's actions behind the w...

In this special episode of Off The Record Podcast, Paul Adam and Colin Gerstner welcome Rory Whisenhunt, the recipient of the Billings Most Valuable Pupil (MVP) award. Selected from a group of outstanding students recognized for their achievements in academics, athletics, and community involvement, Rory shares his experiences as a student at Billings Senior High, a Legion baseball player, and a de...

Paul Adam and Colin Gerstner discuss unforeseen issues in work-related injuries, emphasizing the importance of reporting occupational diseases promptly. They explain the distinction between acute injuries and occupational diseases, noting that the latter often lack a specific date of injury. Paul highlights the significance of the MRI date as the injury date and the 30-day notice period. They also...

In this episode of Off The Record with Gerstner Adam Law, hosts Paul Adam and Colin Gerstner interview Montana Supreme Court candidate Amy Eddy, a current district court judge in Flathead County. Eddy shares her background, including her upbringing in Stanley, Idaho, and her legal career, which includes 15 years of private practice and over 10,000 cases as a district court judge. She discusses the...

In this episode of Off the Record with Gerstner Adam Law, host Paul Adam and co-host Colin Gerstner break down how AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the legal landscape—especially for personal injury cases. They discuss where AI can be helpful, where it falls short, and why having an experienced attorney still matters when dealing with insurance companies and complex claims. If you’ve ever wonder...

In this episode of Off The Record with Gerstner Adam Law, Paul Adam and Colin Gerstner talk about how injury cases can settle in very different ways—sometimes before a lawsuit is ever filed, and sometimes only after formal litigation and mediation. They explain why insurance companies often lowball injured people who try to handle claims on their own, why early legal guidance matters, and how pers...

Paul Adam and Colin Gerstner, co-owners and co-hosts of the Gerstner Adam Law podcast, discuss their backgrounds and the formation of their law firm. Both grew up in Billings, Montana, and attended the University of Montana Law School. Colin, inspired by a history professor, pursued law to help people, focusing on personal injury. Paul, with a background in criminal prosecution, specializes in wor...