A large population of people suffers injuries or dies from car accidents every year. Recovering from this catastrophic accident is not an easy task for the survivor.
Surviving victims often need to undergo multiple medical procedures, doctor’s visits, and rehabilitation to recover.
All of these sound like a lot of money, and you’re right. It will drain your savings and lead you to a financial brink. But we can help you!
Our Wyoming car accident lawyer can help investigate your case, establish an injury claim, communicate with insurance providers, and represent you in a case. If you have been injured in a car accident in Wyoming, seek help from our experienced car crash attorney. You can reach us at (801) 980-9708 to schedule a free consultatiion.
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Facing car accidents is not a simple matter. You might have many unanswered questions that only a legal counselor can answer. Wyoming car accident lawyers can help you understand everything you need to know about your case.
Furthermore, they help with case investigation, building a claim, negotiating, and case litigation.
• Case Investigation. All cases, civil or criminal, start with an investigation. Part of this initial investigation is obtaining police records, photographic evidence, and video footage.
• Building a Car Accident Injury Claim. Claim building is necessary before a lawsuit occurs. Our car accident lawyer will help you create a compelling personal injury claim to recover maximum compensation.
• Settlement Negotiation. Once a claim has been made, our car accident attorney will help you negotiate a settlement with the opposing party. Your case’s settlement value is dependent on the estimated damages you incurred.
• Litigation. When an out-of-court settlement is not achieved, our Wyoming car accident attorney can help you pursue your case in court and win a lawsuit.
In a report published by the Department of Transportation (DOT) of Wyoming, the state documented 13,161 traffic cases in 2020.
This number is lower than last year’s 14,000-mark. Here’s a quick five-year lookback of the state’s total reported car accident cases:
Going back to the most recent year, 112 of these reported cases resulted in fatalities, while 2,256 resulted in catastrophic injury cases.
Among all the cities in Wyoming, Laramie is reported to have the most reported traffic collision, with 1,900 documented cases. Natrona and Sweetwater come second and third with 1,877 and 1,202 confirmed cases.
Wyoming has its laws outlining car accident cases’ claims and litigation process. There are three primary laws every plaintiff needs to remember when they decide to take legal action for their accident. These laws are the statute of limitations, comparative negligence, and traffic regulations.
According to WY Stat § 1-3-105 (2021), accident victims can file a personal injury claim within four years from the accident date.
Moreover, representatives or family members of a deceased car accident victim can file a wrongful death claim within two years from the victim’s death. This regulation follows WY Stat § 1-38-102 (2021).
It’s critical to process your personal injury claims at the soonest possible time. Once the allotted limitation has passed, victims can no longer hold the at-fault accountable for their damages.
According to WY Stat § 1-1-109 (2021), the state upholds the modified comparative negligence law. In a modified comparative negligence state, a victim can still recover compensation if they share less than 50% fault in the accident.
However, this recoverable compensation is reduced to their fraction of shared fault. Suppose the claimant is more than 50% at-fault for the accident. In this case, they are not eligible to recover anything from the defendant.
Each state follows a different variation of the comparative negligence law. Some follow “pure” comparative negligence, while others follow contributory negligence.
WY Stat § 31-5-1105 (2021) is the state’s statute that requires the driver to report the following details in a car accident personal injury case:
• Any injury or death sustained by any parties
• Property damage of $1,000 or more
• Any disabled vehicles
The driver or drivers involved must report the incident to the local police department, the nearest state highway patrol sheriff, or the nearest county sheriff’s office.
Another notable regulation that you must remember is Wyoming’s car insurance requirements. According to the state’s mandate, all drivers in the state must possess the following policies upon registration:
A victim can issue a car insurance claim for the stated policies if deemed qualified by the court.
Parker & McConkie Personal Injury Lawyers handle various personal injury cases, including car collisions and other traffic-related accidents.
• Rear-end. A rear-end crash occurs when a vehicle crashes on the car’s backside in front of it. This accident usually happens when two vehicles in the same lane are driving too close.
• Side-sweep. A side-sweep happens when a driver collides side by side with another car adjacent to them.
• Head-on. This type of collision is often the most dangerous yet uncommon. A head-on collision occurs when the front end of two cars crashes into each other.
• T-bone. This commonly occurs in an intersection when a car collided with the front end of one car, then collided with the side of another vehicle.
• Chain reaction. A chain-reaction or a pile-up crash happens when more than two vehicles are caught in a side-sweep or rear-end collision.
This is not the entire list of the different types of car collisions; instead, the items outlined here are the most commonly reported. Our Wyoming car wreck lawyer can help you file a personal injury case to recover compensation for your damages.
Accidents happen for various reasons, but it’s due to negligence in most cases. The following are the most common causes of negligence-based car accidents:
• Distracted driving
• Overspeeding
• Exhausted driving
• Inexperienced driving
The ones listed here are not the only reasons why car accidents occur. Other external factors such as inclement weather, defective products or car parts, and road defects could also initiate a catastrophic car accident.
If you are unsure of the cause of your accident, a Wyoming auto accident attorney can help you by conducting a thorough case investigation.
Car accidents can cause various serious injuries, some of which are life-threatening. The most vulnerable organs in car accident cases are the spinal cord, the brain, and the bones.
• Spinal cord damages. A blow or a jolt to the spine can damage the spinal cord, causing paralysis and loss of senses.
• Traumatic brain damage. When the brain collides with the skull during an accident, it can result in a traumatic brain injury. The damage to the brain can lead to memory problems, impaired cognitive skills, and behavioral changes.
• Broken bones or fractures. Fractured limbs often require surgery and lengthy rehabilitation periods to recover.
• Head or neck damage. Whiplash is a common type of neck injury in car accidents. This injury happens when the head moves back and forth suddenly, causing the ligaments and muscles in the neck to tear or strain.
• Soft-tissue damages. These are injuries to the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Sprains, strains, and contusions are all examples of soft-tissue damage.
An accident victim has the right to demand compensation from the negligent party. This includes both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages refer to any damages or destruction that caused monetary loss to the victim. This includes the following:
• Medical bills (diagnostic fees, pharmaceutical expenses, doctor’s fees, future medical bills, etc.)
• Lost wages and future loss of potential income
• Property damages
Non-economic damages are a type of damage that is subjective and doesn’t directly affect the victim’s finances. This includes the following:
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Mental anguish
• Loss of consortium
A Wyoming auto accident lawyer can estimate an accurate and realistic amount of compensation for your case.
With more than four decades of legal experience, Parker & McConkie is a reputable personal injury law firm in Wyoming. We helped countless accident victims recover millions in damage compensation.
Through the help of our Wyoming car accident attorneys, rest assured that your case is good as resolved. Here’s what you can expect when you let our legal team handle your case:
• Free consultation. We offer a free and confidential consultation to discuss your case. You don’t need to shed any amount to avail of our legal consultation with our highly experienced attorneys.
• Contingency fee basis. You don’t need to pay us any upfront fees. We only collect our attorney’s fee when we win your case and recover your deserved compensation.
• A strong track record. We have a strong track record of success in car accident cases. Parker & McConkie has been around for over four decades, and we have the skills and experience to help you with your issue.
• Focuses on personal injury law. Personal injury law is all we do. We can provide our clients with the best possible legal counsel and representation by specializing in this area.
• Experienced negotiators. We know how to negotiate with insurance companies. We understand their tactics to lowball accident victims, and we will not let them take advantage of you.
There’s no specific number to determine fair compensation and what is not. It all boils down to the severity of the injuries you sustained, the complexities of your case, and the timeline it takes to resolve your issue.
This is only a brief overview of what the court considers when determining compensation. The best piece of advice we can provide is to consult with a Wyoming car accident lawyer. A lawyer can assist in seeking compensation for your injuries and other damages. Moreover, they can help you explore other legal options available for your specific case.
According to the state’s statute of limitations, all accident victims must file an injury claim against the responsible party within four years. For wrongful death cases, a victim’s loved one or representative must file a claim within two years from the victim’s death.
Failure to act promptly could result in denial of your claims request. It’s best to consult with a Wyoming car accident lawyer for this matter.
The state’s comparative negligence law states that injured parties may recover compensation if they are less than 50% at fault for the accident. Otherwise, they lose their ability to seek compensation from the responsible party.
Our personal injury lawyers work on a contingent fee agreement. This means that you won’t pay us any amount until we recover money for you.
Undergoing case litigation is not always necessary unless a claim fails to settle out of court. In this case, your party will have to formally file a personal injury lawsuit wherein a judge will oversee the case, appoint the liable party, and assign compensation.
In most accident cases, the other driver’s insurance company will try to make the first move by offering a low settlement offer. We don’t recommend that our clients accept any settlement offer from the opposing party without seeking legal advice from an attorney.
Facing and surviving a car accident is not an easy case for the surviving victim. This accident often leaves psychological and physical damage to the victim.
Our Wyoming car accident attorneys will help you seek the justice you deserve. Call us today at (801) 980-9708 to schedule your free case consultation. Our online contact form is also available for scheduling an appointment.
Call 801-845-0440 to get in touch with a member of our firm after your accident. We can review your case for free!
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