In Jim Fitzgerald’s office hangs a photo of a lawyer that has been passed between friends due to the inspirational message he imparted to young lawyers. Jim keeps it hung by the light switch so he sees it every time he enters or leaves his office and is reminded of his words. “You can’t win … Read More
Wyoming Personal Injury Lawyers
Michael Fitzgerald, Continuing The Fitzgerald Law Legacy
Immersed in a family of practicing lawyers, Michael Fitzgerald came of age attending legal conferences and engaging with experienced attorneys and community advocates. Since 2015, he has been a proud part of The Fitzgerald Law Firm team helping to bring peace and resolution to families and individuals affected by catastrophic accidents throughout Wyoming. As a … Read More
Jim Fitzgerald’s Advice for Young Lawyers
Jim Fitzgerald, founding partner of The Fitzgerald Law Firm, has had an unconventional path to becoming a personal injury lawyer. His early experience “roughnecking” as a floor hand on an oil drilling rig in Wyoming fueled not only his ability to pay his way through school but also stand witness to what happens when dedicated, … Read More
The Fitzgerald Law Firm Named to 2023 Best Personal Injury Lawyers List
The Fitzgerald Law Firm has been recognized by Expertise.com in the 2023 list of Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Expertise reviewed over 60 personal injury law firms in Cheyenne and chose our personal injury attorneys as part of the top 19 based on more than 25 variables across five categories: reputation, credibility, experience, … Read More
From Roughnecking to Litigating: Jim Fitzgerald’s Path to the Courtroom
Jim Fitzgerald, founding partner of the Fitzgerald Law Firm, was interviewed by Lawdragon for their Hall of Fame Lawyer Limelight series. He shared his unconventional path to becoming a personal injury lawyer and the hard work and determination it took for him to get there. Before the polished courtroom mahogany, recognition, and awards, renowned trial … Read More
Personal Injury Case Guide for Accidents & Injuries
When you or a family member are injured due to the negligence of another person or organization, you have the right to file a personal injury claim in an effort to seek compensation for medical bills, future care, and pain and suffering, among other things. Personal injury is a broad area of tort law that … Read More
Wyoming Catastrophic Injury Attorneys
What Is Catastrophic Injury? Catastrophic accidents are severe, unexpected, and result in life-threatening injuries that alter the everyday livelihood of the victim and their loved ones. If you are injured in a catastrophic accident, it is necessary to work with an experienced attorney who can address the unique nature of these cases and has the … Read More
James Fitzgerald Named to 2022 Top 100 Mountain States Super Lawyers® List
James Fitzgerald, founding partner of The Fitzgerald Law Firm, has been included in the Top 100: 2022 Mountain States Super Lawyers® list. Super Lawyers’ selection process includes peer nomination, peer evaluations, and independent research. Selections are made annually, on a state-by-state basis. The compiled lists are created to highlight outstanding lawyers in multiple practice areas … Read More
What is the Statute of Limitations on a Personal Injury Claim in Wyoming?
If you are hurt or a family member is killed due to someone else’s negligence, you have the right to file a lawsuit against that individual or organization to seek damages. However, the timeframe in which a claim can be filed is not unlimited. The law that standardizes the window in which you can file … Read More
What Does it Mean to Uphold a Verdict On Appeal?
“The verdict was upheld on appeal.” The company or person who injured you can appeal if you win. If the jury awards you money, this is what you want to hear. The Fitzgerald Law Firm holds the records for the largest verdicts for personal injury and wrongful death upheld on appeal in Wyoming history. When … Read More