It’s impossible to comprehend losing a loved one in an accident; even more devastating is knowing the person responsible could have prevented or avoided the accident altogether. Struggling families facing this nightmare seek justice by pursuing a wrongful death claim for damages with the reasonable expectation to hold responsible parties accountable. What they may not … Read More
According to Newsweek, in 2024, Wyoming saw approximately 181 large truck crashes, 60 injuries, and six deaths for every 100,000 residents. One of the biggest safety concerns in truck driving is the danger of truck driver fatigue. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that driver fatigue is a contributing factor in 13% of … Read More
Catastrophic injuries can permanently alter a person’s life. These types of injuries, which can include but are not limited to traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injuries, burns, amputations and organ damage, leave the patients affected in financial turmoil. If the patient was injured due to negligence, they should seek legal counsel to obtain the … Read More
Jim Fitzgerald, founder partner of the Fitzgerald Law Firm, has been named a Life Fellow of The American Board of Trial Advocates. Those who become Life Fellow members of the ABOTA have consistently given to the organization, helping aid their mission of “preservation and promotion of the civil jury trial right provided by the Seventh … Read More
In Wyoming, crashes involving medium to heavy commercial trucks average 1,543 incidents per year, leading to an average of 24.8 fatalities annually. If you or a loved one has been in a serious truck accident, always seek medical attention after an accident – even if your injuries are not immediately obvious. If another person or … Read More
The Fitzgerald Law Firm has been named to the 2025 Best Personal Injury Lawyers In Cheyenne and to the 10 Best Car Accident Lawyers in Cheyenne lists by Expertise.com. Those listed on Expertise.com are selected by reviewing top lawyers and law firms across geographical regions based on numerous variables across five categories: Reputation, Credibility, Experience, … Read More
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is devastating. Under Wyoming law, surviving family members may have legal options to seek justice and compensation. This can be a wrongful death claim or a survival action, depending on the circumstances. While these claims are related, they serve different purposes and provide compensation in distinct … Read More
The basis of any personal injury claim is determining who is at fault and measuring damages for injuries that result. Complexities arise when more than one party shares responsibility for actions that led to the injury, requiring a fair division of liability. Shared liability under Wyoming’s “Modified Comparative Fault” rule is a factor that can … Read More
Wyoming is home to some of the most dangerous roads for truck crashes; a 2023 report from Newsweek states that there were around 181 large truck crashes, 60 injuries, and 6 deaths for every 100,000 residents that year. Many factors can contribute to these accidents, such as speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, or poor training. The … Read More
Oilfield work is dangerous employment that puts workers in hazardous environments with conditions that leave them extremely vulnerable to accidents and injuries. The presence of unstable chemicals, heavy equipment, high scaffolding, and long hours can contribute to catastrophic injuries and even death for workers. Severe injuries can cause long-term disabilities that leave injured workers unable … Read More
