Personal Injury: When to Settle vs. When to Go to Trial

August 22, 2024Personal Injury

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

The Fitzgerald Law Firm Attorneys Named to the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

August 15, 2024Awards & Recognition, Firm News

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

Informed Consent and How It Affects Your Medical Malpractice Claim

July 30, 2024Medical Malpractice

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

Jim Fitzgerald Listed in Top 100 Mountain States Super Lawyers® 2024

July 12, 2024Awards & Recognition, Firm News

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

When Medical Malpractice Causes Wrongful Death

June 13, 2024Firm News, Medical Malpractice

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

Understanding the Causes of Oil Rig Fatalities

May 23, 2024Firm News, Oilfield Accidents

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