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Wyoming Dram Shop Lawyers

Dram shop liability exists to protect victims of drunk driving accidents. The Advocates law firm is well-versed in liability laws.

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A Dram Shop Attorney Can Help Your Case 

Dram shop laws are very narrow in Wyoming, but drunk drivers are all too prevalent.   

Even if you don’t have a dram shop case, The Advocates can bring forth a personal injury claim against the intoxicated person. Car crashes involving alcohol consumption are some of the worst. We are sorry if you’re going through one.  

We promise to surround you with a compassionate, professional legal team that can put liens on your medical bills, negotiate with insurance companies, and help with damage to your motor vehicle.  

With an Advocates personal injury attorney on your side, you can recover without financial strain and with full peace of mind that your claim is in good hands. Contact us today for free consultation.

The Next Steps in Your Wyoming Dram Shop Case

Injury

Immediately after your accident, check for injuries

Hire Attorney

Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery

Property Damage

Get the damage on your car assessed and fixed

Treatment

Seek medical treatment as soon as you can

Finish Treatment

Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records

Demand

Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party

Frequently Asked Questions

You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate. 

Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees. 

Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We don’t get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement. 

For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page. 

Not every accident requires an attorney. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex. 

Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own. 

The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability. 

Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more. 

In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action. 

When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin. 

In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator. 

A Team of Dram Shop Professionals Assigned to Your Case  

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.  

We can help you: 

  • Understand the claims process 
  • Investigate your accident 
  • Work together with you towards a full resolution of your injuries 
  • Negotiate with insurance adjusters 
  • Obtain a settlement or judgment against the at fault party 

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Wyoming’s Dram Shop Laws

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What is dram shop law? 

Draw shop laws establish civil liability for injuries involving the consumption of alcoholic beverages. In Wyoming, they are applied in just a few situations. 

In a lot of states, liquor liability applies to two groups: 

  • Licensed alcohol vendors: Restaurants, bars, liquor stores, etc. 
  • Social hosts: Individuals who provide alcohol services in private settings. 

In Wyoming, there is only one exception where these groups have liquor liability for an intoxicated patron. 

Wyoming’s one exception for dram shop cases 

Licensed alcohol vendors and social hosts do not generally have civil liability for people drinking on their premises, even if a bartender is over-serving an intoxicated patron.  

The one exception is if they knowingly sell or serve alcohol to someone under 21. This is set by Wyoming statute § 12-8-301. 

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The injured party can still be liable 

Even injured victims with valid personal injury claims can have some liability for their own injuries.  

Wyoming has a modified comparative fault system. If someone is more than 50% at fault for their own injuries, they cannot recover damages. If they are less than 50% at fault, they can seek compensation, but it will be reduced by their share of fault. 

Personal Injury Laws

The damages you can sue for in a dram shop claim 

Every case is different. The damages we will sue for depend on what injuries and loss you sustained from the DUI accident. 

The following are commonly sought damages in a personal injury case:    

  • Medical expenses 
  • Pain and suffering  
  • Lost wages and loss of future earnings   
  • Non-economic damages such as emotional trauma   
  • Funeral expenses for a family member 

Common dram shop accident injuries    

Car accidents with drunk drivers often result in terrible injuries. 

Here are the most common injuries accident victims have:  

  • Bruising and lacerations   
  • Muscle strains   
  • Whiplash   
  • Broken teeth   
  • Dislocated joints   
  • Disfigurement  
  • Broken bones   
  • Internal damage   
  • Spinal cord injuries   
  • Head injuries and traumatic brain injuries   
  • Emotional distress 
  • Wrongful death of a loved one 

Statute of limitations for dram shop cases 

You have four years to file a dram shop claim for personal injury, wrongful death, and property damage stemming from the unlawful serving of alcohol. This also applies to all other personal injury claims. 

When Should I Hire a Wyoming Dram Shop Attorney?

Vendors cannot be held responsible for the service of alcohol except when serving a minor. That makes dram shop liability limited in Wyoming, but you still have options after a drunk driving accident.  

Call The Advocates, and together, we can figure out how to get you fair compensation for your pain and suffering. Liability claims are our expertise, and it would be our honor to provide you with legal representation.   

You deserve it. You deserve an Advocate.