Losing a family member as the result of someone else’s negligence is devastating and brings on waves of emotions and uncertainty. A wrongful death claim can help your family find closure and recover damages. However, when the person who caused your loved one’s death also dies, this presents additional challenges. Read on to learn more … Read More
If you’ve been seriously injured, the impacts can be overwhelming. Whether you are unable to work, have significant medical issues, or have high medical bills, it may be tempting to opt for a quick settlement. But how do you know if accepting a settlement offer for your personal injury case is really the right choice? … Read More
Jim Fitzgerald and Michael Fitzgerald, personal injury attorneys at The Fitzgerald Law Firm, have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Jim Fitzgerald, the firm’s founding partner, has been recognized by Best Lawyers® since 1987 for personal injury law in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Jim has dedicated his career to seeking truth … Read More
When you or a loved one needs life-saving surgery or treatment, we trust our doctors to fully explain the options, help us understand the potential risks, and obtain our permission before beginning a course of treatment. This permission is called “informed consent.” If doctors and medical professionals fail to uphold standards during surgery or treatment, … Read More
For the 18th consecutive year, Jim Fitzgerald has been included in the Top 100: 2024 Mountain States Super Lawyers® list. Super Lawyers, a division of Thomson Reuters, is a renowned rating service that recognizes outstanding lawyers from over 70 practice areas. These professionals have achieved significant peer recognition and professional success. The annual selection process … Read More
A car crash can happen in a moment, leaving you with lifelong injuries. Beyond the obvious physical pain, catastrophic injuries like paralysis result in extreme emotional and financial burdens. If you or a family member have been paralyzed as a result of a car accident, it is vital to secure experienced representation as soon as … Read More
Each year, hundreds of thousands of people receive negligent medical care that results in a fatality, making medical malpractice one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Millions more are injured yearly, building distrust between the public and the healthcare industry. Fatal instances of medical malpractice may occur more frequently than people … Read More
Oil field accidents can happen quickly and often result in catastrophic injury or death. Understanding what causes fatalities in the oil field can help workers better protect themselves, identify the types of negligence that can lead to serious incidents, and help victims and their families understand their legal rights. The oil extraction industry has been … Read More
The sudden loss of a family member or loved one is devastating, especially when it is the result of someone else’s actions. If your loved one has died due to the wrongful acts or negligence of another, it’s important to understand the legal grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit in the state of Wyoming. The … Read More
If the negligence of a government worker or entity has harmed you or a loved one, you may be wondering if it’s possible to sue the government for wrongful death or personal injury. Wyoming state laws limit the liability of local and state governments in the case of injury or wrongful death, which significantly impacts … Read More
