Wyoming is home to some of the most dangerous roads for truck crashes; a 2023 report from Newsweek states that there were around 181 large truck crashes, 60 injuries, and 6 deaths for every 100,000 residents that year. Many factors can contribute to these accidents, such as speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, or poor training. The … Read More
Personel Injury
Common Types of Accidents on an Oil Rig
Oilfield work is dangerous employment that puts workers in hazardous environments with conditions that leave them extremely vulnerable to accidents and injuries. The presence of unstable chemicals, heavy equipment, high scaffolding, and long hours can contribute to catastrophic injuries and even death for workers. Severe injuries can cause long-term disabilities that leave injured workers unable … Read More
What to Do After You’ve Been Injured on an Oil Field
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
Types of Catastrophic Accidents Caused by Commercial Trucks
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
Personal Injury: When to Settle vs. When to Go to Trial
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
Informed Consent and How It Affects Your Medical Malpractice Claim
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
What to Know if You or a Loved One Were Paralyzed in a Car Accident
A car crash can happen in a moment, leaving you with lifelong injuries. Beyond the obvious physical pain, catastrophic injuries like paralysis result in extreme emotional and financial burdens. If you or a family member have been paralyzed as a result of a car accident, it is vital to secure experienced representation as soon as … Read More
Understanding the Causes of Oil Rig Fatalities
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
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