Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer in Sweetwater County

Nearly 40 Years Fighting for Injured Victims in Sweetwater County

Being hit by an impaired driver changes everything fast. Medical bills arrive before you’ve left the hospital, your vehicle may be totaled, and time away from work creates financial pressure on top of physical pain. At The Law Offices of Hampton & Newman, L.C., we represent people in Sweetwater County and across Wyoming who are dealing with exactly this situation. Our attorneys bring nearly 40 years of experience in personal injury law and a straightforward goal: pursue compensation you may be entitled to recover.

What sets our representation apart is that we handle both personal injury and criminal defense matters. When a drunk driving crash generates a parallel DWUI criminal case, we can help you understand how the two proceedings interact and how evidence from the criminal case can support your civil claim.

If you were injured by an impaired driver in Sweetwater County, contact us for a free consultation. We work on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis for injury claims. Call (307) 226-2266 today.

Tailored Representation for Every Claim

No two crashes are identical. Our attorneys evaluate the specific facts of each claim, whether that means negotiating directly with an insurance company, building a case for trial, or doing both. We excel in the courtroom and at the settlement table, and our trial lawyers have recovered millions of dollars in damages for injured clients throughout Wyoming.

Our firm has long-standing ties to Sweetwater County’s working community. We’re affiliated with the United Steel Workers and the United Mine Workers of America, and we understand the real-world impact a serious injury has on someone who works for a living. That perspective shapes how we build every case.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Wyoming personal injury claims can include economic damages such as medical bills, lost wages, and vehicle repair costs, as well as non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, disability, and emotional distress. Wyoming doesn’t cap compensatory damages, which means there’s no statutory ceiling on compensatory damages awarded in a successful claim.

One coverage option worth examining early is your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. Wyoming law requires insurers to include this protection in auto policies, though a policyholder may reject it in writing. If the impaired driver who hit you carried no insurance or inadequate limits, that coverage can become essential. Insurance companies representing at-fault drivers routinely try to minimize payouts, and having legal representation during those negotiations matters.

How the DWUI Case Affects Your Civil Claim

A Wyoming DWUI prosecution is a criminal matter, investigated and handled separately from any civil personal injury claim arising from the same crash. The two cases run on different tracks with different standards of proof. A criminal conviction can be introduced as evidence in your civil case. Equally important: a driver acquitted of DWUI charges can still be held civilly liable for the injuries they caused, because the burden of proof in a civil case is lower than in a criminal one.

Because we handle both criminal defense and personal injury matters, we can explain how a pending DWUI prosecution might affect the timing and strategy of your civil claim. That cross-practice visibility is genuinely useful in these cases.

Steps to Take After a Drunk Driving Crash in Sweetwater County

The decisions you make in the hours and days after a crash can affect your ability to recover compensation. A few practical steps:

• Seek medical attention promptly. Getting evaluated right away protects your health and creates a documented link between the crash and your injuries.
• Document the scene. Photos of vehicle damage, visible injuries, and road conditions preserve evidence before it disappears.
• Know who investigates. Crashes in Sweetwater County are typically handled by the Wyoming Highway Patrol or the Sweetwater County Sheriff, depending on where the accident occurred. Obtaining the official report early can be important.
• Avoid recorded statements. Don’t give a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster before speaking with an attorney.

Our attorneys can review police reports and other evidence to help you understand how Wyoming law applies to your situation. Early legal involvement can make a meaningful difference in how a claim develops.

Talk to a Sweetwater County Drunk Driving Accident Attorney

You don’t pay us unless we win your case, and there’s no obligation when you call. Reach out to The Law Offices of Hampton & Newman, L.C. to discuss your claim with an impaired driving accident lawyer who knows Sweetwater County.

Call (307) 226-2266 to schedule your free consultation today.