Jim Fitzgerald and Michael Fitzgerald, personal injury attorneys at The Fitzgerald Law Firm, have been included in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America® for their outstanding contributions to the field of personal injury law. Jim Fitzgerald, founder of Fitzgerald Law Firm, has dedicated his life to representing the severely injured and families grieving … Read More
Commercial trucks are the workhorses of commerce, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles annually, carrying heavy loads in dangerous weather conditions. This constant presence on the highway puts them near passenger vehicles, and due to this proximity, there is a risk of a catastrophic collision. While the most well-known cause of a truck accident is … Read More
When individuals suffer injuries due to negligence, justice often requires more than just presenting facts. It often requires the credibility of enlisting professional experts who interpret complex information for judges and juries to understand your case. Expert witness testimony supports personal injury litigation by providing specialized knowledge. If you’ve been seriously injured and suspect negligence, … Read More
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
