When choosing a personal injury attorney, experience matters. Serious injury and wrongful death cases are complex, making it essential to work with a law firm that has the skill, resources, and trial experience to handle high-stakes litigation.
Not all personal injury cases are alike, and not all law firms have the experience or means necessary to handle complex claims. Catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases often require extensive investigation, medical evidence, expert testimony, trial expertise and the money to stand up to powerful insurance companies and corporate defendants.
When evaluating your options, consider whether a law firm has:
- Experience handling catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims
- The money to take on large insurance companies and corporations
- A history of significant verdicts and settlements
- A commitment to personalized representation and client advocacy
- Extensive trial experience
The right attorney should not only understand the legal complexities of your case but also provide the guidance and support needed to help you move forward with confidence.
Why Trial Experience Matters
Insurance companies keep track of which firms are prepared to take cases to trial and which firms prefer to settle quickly. That reputation can influence negotiations and affect the value of a case.
A strong trial record reflects a firm’s ability to develop complex cases, work with expert witnesses and pay their bills, and present evidence effectively when litigation becomes necessary. Thorough trial preparation can also strengthen a client’s position during settlement negotiations.
Our personal injury law firm has represented clients against multinational manufacturers, Fortune 500 companies, government entities, and other powerful defendants. Few Wyoming law firms can match the firm’s record of success in complex personal injury and wrongful death litigation. Our attorneys have secured record-setting verdicts in Wyoming, including the largest verdicts ever upheld by the Wyoming Supreme Court in injury and wrongful death cases.
Experience Handling Catastrophic Injury and Wrongful Death Cases
Catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims often involve substantial damages, including future medical expenses, diminished earning capacity, and long-term rehabilitation costs. These cases frequently require extensive evidence, expert testimony, and thorough preparation.
For decades, The Fitzgerald Law Firm has represented severely injured individuals and families who have lost loved ones, pursuing accountability against corporations, manufacturers, and other negligent parties.
Wyoming Attorneys With More Than 50 Years of Combined Experience
The Fitzgerald Law Firm combines decades of experience with a shared commitment to truth, justice, and client advocacy.
Jim Fitzgerald founded The Fitzgerald Law Firm in 1982 after beginning his legal career in 1975. For decades, he has focused exclusively on representing severely injured individuals and families who have lost loved ones. His work has earned a national reputation and resulted in record-setting verdicts for injury victims and families throughout Wyoming.
Michael Fitzgerald joined the firm in 2015 and focuses his practice on personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice litigation. Before joining the firm, he clerked for the Honorable Alan B. Johnson in the United States District Court for the District of Wyoming. He also served as Editor-in-Chief of the Wyoming Law Review and has helped secure several multi-million-dollar verdicts on behalf of injured clients.
Protect Your Future by Choosing Experienced Lawyers Who Have The Money To Work With Experts
For many families, a serious injury brings uncertainty, financial stress, and difficult decisions. Having the right legal team can provide guidance, support, and a clear path forward.
If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, choosing the right attorney will be one of the most important decisions you make. The Fitzgerald Law Firm has the experience, resources, and trial record necessary to handle complex cases and pursue meaningful results. Contact us today to discuss your case and protect your future.