Drunk Driving Is a Wyoming Crisis
Wyoming has long had one of the nation's highest rates of alcohol-impaired driving deaths per capita. Long rural distances, limited transportation alternatives, and a culture of driving everywhere combine to put impaired drivers on the road. When one of them causes a crash, the consequences for innocent victims are often catastrophic or fatal.
Your Civil Claim Is Separate From the Criminal Case
A DUI prosecution can punish the drunk driver, but it does not compensate you. A separate civil injury claim is how victims recover for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses. A criminal conviction can strengthen your civil case, but you can pursue compensation even if charges are reduced or dropped.
Punitive Damages and Dram Shop Liability
Because drunk driving involves a conscious choice to endanger others, Wyoming law may allow punitive damages designed to punish and deter the conduct. In some cases, a bar, restaurant, or other establishment that over-served a visibly intoxicated patron may share liability. Identifying every responsible party can significantly increase the compensation available.
How We Help Drunk Driving Victims
Network attorneys gather the police report, toxicology results, surveillance footage, and witness testimony to build a powerful case. We handle the insurance companies and, when appropriate, pursue claims against over-serving establishments — so you can focus on healing while your case is fought aggressively.
Injured in Wyoming? Get a free, confidential case review today. There's no obligation, and you pay no fee unless you win. Call 973-566-5599.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The criminal case and your civil injury claim are separate. You can pursue compensation regardless of the outcome of the criminal prosecution.
Possibly. Because drunk driving is a reckless, conscious choice, Wyoming law may permit punitive damages on top of compensation for your losses. An attorney can assess whether they apply.
Wyoming recognizes limited dram-shop liability in some circumstances. If an establishment over-served a visibly intoxicated person who then caused your crash, it may share responsibility.