Wyoming Car Accident Lawyer

In many car accidents, it is clear who is at fault, but insurance companies and defense attorneys can be very creative at finding ways to shift blame.

We try to lock in the fault early on. As your advocate, we work tirelessly to ensure justice is served and you receive the compensation you deserve.

In some crashes, you may not know what happened. Maybe you never saw the other driver, or you were knocked out and are not sure what happened. Maybe it was a hit-and-run.

In those instances, we hire an accident reconstructionist for you. This person is an engineer who specializes in the physics of accidents. They will go to the scene and gather evidence. They will usually prepare their own report of what happened, and they may testify at trial.

Wyoming is a “Modified Comparative Fault” state (Wyo. Stat. § 1-1-109), which means a jury will be asked to assign a percentage of fault to each person involved in the crash, including you. If the jury finds that you are more than 50% responsible for the crash, you will not be able to recover any compensation for your injuries.

This means that the other driver’s insurance company has a strong incentive to try to blame you for the crash in order to reduce the amount they will have to pay you for your injuries. Like most things in the law, the key to overcoming defenses and establishing liability is a mixture of hard work, experience, and legal skill. Working with an experienced accident injury lawyer like Freeburg Law will do just that.

Since you were in the car, it is probably pretty clear to you what happened. However, what matters in a car accident claim or lawsuit is what you can prove to an insurance company or a jury. We gather evidence for you and provide expert representation to ensure your rights are protected.

In Wyoming, every time an ambulance is dispatched to a car accident, local law enforcement should be notified. In most cases, whatever law enforcement agency responds to the accident will draft a report. We can get that report and see what it says. Our team thoroughly reviews these reports to understand how Wyoming traffic laws apply to your case.

When you choose our experienced auto accident lawyer, we’ll likely hire an investigator to look into the details of your accident. I strongly advise my clients against talking to the other party’s insurance company without discussing it with me first. You do not have to talk to the other person’s insurance company, so do not let them bully you into making a statement before you’re ready.

More and more vehicles have onboard computers that produce data about crashes. If you were involved in an accident with a semi-truck or commercial vehicle, then there should be a “black box” recording showing the vehicle’s speed. Cell phone records are another common source of digital evidence. Was the other driver texting or distracted by their phone? We can use subpoenas to get that evidence from the phone company.

The damage to your car or body can tell you a great deal about how the accident happened. Typically, photographs of your vehicle will be included as part of a law enforcement investigation.

Many of my clients also have their own pictures of the damaged vehicle or their injuries. A good car accident lawyer can help you determine what evidence is necessary in your case and find the right experts to get that evidence. We do this for you.

At Freeburg Law, I have access to special databases to perform asset checks. If the person who hit you has a fancy boat or expensive property, I want to know about it because this is important information to know about the opponent. I often hear from the other side’s insurance company that they have low amounts of coverage and no assets. While I assume I can trust the insurance company to tell me the truth, these search tools allow me to verify those statements.

I frequently work with doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals to understand my clients’ injuries. It is common for me to talk to the doctor who treated you in the hospital. In some cases, I will also hire specialists to review records or experts in addition to your treating physician who can examine your injuries and provide a comprehensive explanation of those injuries in a way your treating physician cannot.

After a car accident in Wyoming, the impact on your life can feel overwhelming. In addition to physical pain, the financial and emotional toll can be significant. Fortunately, you may be entitled to claim compensation for various types of damages, including:

Medical expenses:

These can cover both current and future costs related to your injury, such as hospital bills, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatments.

Lost wages and loss of earning capacity:

If your injury prevents you from working, either temporarily or permanently, you may be able to recover lost income or compensation for your reduced ability to earn a living.

Pain and suffering:

This accounts for the physical pain and discomfort caused by your injuries.

Property damage:

This includes repair or replacement costs for your vehicle and any personal property damaged in the accident.

Emotional distress:

The psychological impact of the accident, such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD, may be compensable.

Loss of enjoyment of life:

If your injuries have diminished your ability to enjoy day-to-day activities or hobbies, you may be entitled to compensation.

Car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, from minor to life-altering. Some of the most common injuries we see in Wyoming car accident cases include:

Whiplash and neck injuries

Back injuries

Broken bones

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)

Spinal cord injuries

Internal organ damage

Cuts and lacerations

Soft tissue injuries

To recover compensation in a Wyoming car accident case, you’ll generally need to prove that the other driver was negligent. Negligence occurs when someone fails to act with the level of care that a reasonable person would in the same situation. Examples of driver negligence include:

Failure to obey traffic laws

Driving while distracted

Driving under the influence

Speeding

Failure to yield right of way

Reckless driving

By gathering evidence, such as police reports, witness statements, and traffic camera footage, we can help prove that the other driver’s negligence caused your accident.

In Wyoming accident law, the statute of limitations for filing a car accident lawsuit is four years from the date of the accident. While this may seem like plenty of time, building a strong case takes time. It’s important to act quickly to preserve evidence and protect your rights. We offer a free consultation to discuss your case and explain your legal options.

There are a lot of moving parts to track following a car accident. Among other things, to resolve an accident claim, we figure out the following:

What is the other driver’s insurance picture? What is your insurance picture? Is there damage to your vehicle? What injuries do you have? How long will those injuries take to heal? Will the injuries fully heal? Do your injuries result in lost income? How will your injuries impact your home life, loved ones, and daily activities?

The other driver was required to have insurance. Hopefully, you got a copy of their insurance card at the accident scene, or their insurance information is part of a police report. If you have underinsured motorist coverage or medical payments, then you may also be dealing with your own insurance company. (I’ll explain this in more detail in the case evaluation).

You may not have gone to the hospital right away. However, injuries may have manifested over the days – and even weeks – following the accident. You will need to get the right medical care for your injuries, and it is important to do so as quickly as possible.

With medical care, comes medical bills. If your treatment is first paid for by your health insurance policy, rather than the other driver’s policy, it is likely that you will end up dealing with medical liens relating to who will ultimately pay for your care.

Sometimes your vehicle will be repaired. Sometimes it is totaled. The insurance company should pay for a rental car while your car is being repaired or while you find a replacement.

Car accidents, and any subsequent medical care, often lead to missing work for some period of time. This may mean a loss of income, because if you are not working, you are not getting paid. We help you to get this back.

Once you start playing phone tag with an insurance company, the game never ends. You are on hold; your claim is transferred, reassigned, needs approval from a supervisor, etc. The process is both time-consuming and emotionally taxing. Get our car accident lawyers on your side early to speed things along.