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
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Understanding the Legal Grounds for Wrongful Death Claims
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
Can I Sue the State of Wyoming, a City, Town, or County?
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
Amanda Courts – 20 Years with The Fitzgerald Law Firm
Few personal injury law firms can maintain the intersection of successful law practice and key family values in the same capacity as The Fitzgerald Law Firm. Amanda Courts, a paralegal who has supported the firm for two decades, couldn’t imagine being part of a better team. Pursuing a career in the criminal justice system, Amanda … Read More
The Importance of Expert Witnesses in Medical Malpractice Claims
Expert testimony is a crucial element of every medical malpractice claim. Attorneys, judges, and jurors must understand the details and impact of medical malpractice in these complex cases. Our medical malpractice team at The Fitzgerald Law Firm has over 40 years of experience representing medical malpractice victims. We have access to crucial resources to successfully … Read More
Jim Fitzgerald Named to AIOPIA’s 10 Best Attorneys in Wyoming
Jim Fitzgerald, founding partner of The Fitzgerald Law Firm, has been recognized by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys™ (AIOPIA) as one of the “10 Best” Attorneys in Wyoming for 2024. This distinction is awarded to lawyers who have “achieved unparalleled success but most importantly have done so for the benefit of their client.” … Read More
The Fitzgerald Law Firm Named to 2024 10 Best Car Accident Lawyers in Cheyenne
The Fitzgerald Law Firm has been included in Expertise.com’s 2024 10 Best Car Accident Lawyers in Cheyenne list. The firm scored highly on more than 25 variables across five categories where the results were then hand-analyzed to select the best Cheyenne’s best car accident attorneys. This selection criteria includes measuring the Availability, Credibility, Experience, Professionalism, … Read More
Wyoming Mining Accidents – Taking Legal Action
Mining throughout the state provides nearly 40 percent of all coal production in the United States. Although working in mining comes with inherent dangers, it offers many the opportunity to earn a living and provide for their families. Mining accidents tend to have catastrophic implications for the workers and their families who are severely hurt … Read More
Jim Fitzgerald Included in the 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers Guide
Jim Fitzgerald, founding partner of the Fitzgerald Law Firm, was named to the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff National Consumer Lawyers guide for 2024. One of only 100 lawyers inducted into the Lawdragon Hall of Fame, Jim Fitzgerald continues to show that he is among the most highly esteemed lawyers in the nation. The Lawdragon 500 … Read More
Common Birth Injuries Caused by Medical Negligence
There are many causes of birth injuries, many of which stem from the negligence of a doctor, nurse, hospital, or other medical provider. When injury, physical trauma, or death are the result of medical malpractice, families have the right to seek compensation for damages. Birth injuries include suffering or damage to a fetus, infant, or … Read More