As our Wyoming weather gets warmer, more and more motorcycle riders are hitting the open road. According to NHTSA, a staggering 80% of all reported motorcycle crashes result in injury or death. To stay safe on the road and help avoid the risk of accidents, here are some simple tips riders should … Read more about Motorcycle Accident Prevention: Tips To Reduce The Risk Of A Crash
What to do when a work injury occurs
If you are injured on the job, it is important that you follow the rules established by the Wyoming Workers’ Compensation Division to properly make a workers compensation claim. Here are some basic guidelines: First, always seek medical attention if necessary. Not only could you be risking your … Read more about What to do when a work injury occurs
Distributors Approve Opioid Settlement Agreement
In a joint statement issued February 25, 2022, distributor Defendants AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health and McKesson announced that each company has determined that there is sufficient participation by states and litigating local governments to move forward with a comprehensive agreement to settle … Read more about Distributors Approve Opioid Settlement Agreement
WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WITH A TRUCK
Winter weather in Wyoming can certainly make for treacherous road conditions. This is especially true when considering the number of large commercial trucks on our roadways. If you are involved in an accident with a truck, the first thing to keep in mind is safety. If possible, get your vehicle … Read more about WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WITH A TRUCK
Judith Studer wins $6 million judgement
The firm wants to congratulate Judith Studer on her recent trial victory that resulted in a judgment in excess of $6 million on the counterclaim she asserted on behalf of her clients. Additional detail is available in Alex Mantle and Marjorie Mantle, CV 2015-38 in the 4th Judicial District, … Read more about Judith Studer wins $6 million judgement
Rick Koehmstedt wins dismissal for Wyoming town
Schwartz Bon attorney Rick Koehmstedt successfully defended a Wyoming town on property damage claims asserted by a local property owner. In the case, Koehmstedt successfully argued that the court did not have jurisdiction over the claims, and dismissal was required. The court agreed and dismissed … Read more about Rick Koehmstedt wins dismissal for Wyoming town
District Court Grants Koehmstedt’s Motion to Dismiss Claims Against Homeowner
The Sixth Judicial District Court has granted the motion to dismiss filed by Rick Koehmstedt on behalf of a homeowner being sued for injuries suffered on his property. The plaintiff alleged that he was blinded in an altercation on the property, and argued that the homeowner was responsible for the … Read more about District Court Grants Koehmstedt’s Motion to Dismiss Claims Against Homeowner
Court Grants Motion to Dismiss Filed by Rick Koehmstedt on Behalf of Municipality
The Seventh Judicial District Court dismissed the claims of a former employee filed against a Wyoming municipality, and its former mayor. The Court agreed with Koehmstedt's argument that the municipality, and its public employees, were immune from the claims asserted by the former employee and … Read more about Court Grants Motion to Dismiss Filed by Rick Koehmstedt on Behalf of Municipality