Severe injuries stemming from defective equipment occur in numerous workplace settings, including construction sites, warehouses, oil fields, and manufacturing plants. Workers across these industries and more rely on modern machinery and equipment to do their jobs efficiently, but when those tools and machines are not properly maintained, have a defective design, or are a product … Read More
Wyoming has some of the most dangerous roads in the country for truck drivers and those who share the road with them. A report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that of all the fatal crashes in the United States in 2020, Wyoming had the highest percentage of fatal crashes involving large trucks. … Read More
The commercial truck industry is governed by numerous federal and state regulations. These laws make determining who is liable in a commercial truck accident case particularly complex. Read on to learn more about the parties who are potentially liable in catastrophic accidents involving large trucks. Who’s Potentially Liable in a Commercial Truck Accident Case? Trucking … Read More
Workplace accidents can happen anywhere, but the hazardous conditions present at an oil field can cause particularly catastrophic injuries. Common injuries that happen while working on oil fields include burns, falls, and exposure to dangerous chemicals – injuries that can lead to severe disability or even death, leaving injured workers or their loved ones unable … Read More
While any motor vehicle crash can be devastating, incidents involving large commercial trucks are especially catastrophic given their immense size and weight. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, large trucks were involved in about 120,000 injuries and more than 5,900 fatalities in the United States in 2022. However, only 18% of those killed … Read More
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
