- Staff Writer | August 26, 2006 6:58 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA thirty-five-year-old man riding his motorcycle was struck by a vehicle whose driver failed to apply her turn signal and turned into the motorcycle without notice. The operator of the motorcycle was struck on the right side causing severe bruising and deep tissue pain and discoloration of his leg and ankle. The motorcycle operator was recently awarded damages in the Fifth Judicial District of...
- Staff Writer | August 25, 2006 6:51 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsIn a confidential settlement, William Simpson's client was awarded damages for medical bills and loss of wages for cervical injuries, a dislocated shoulder and fractured ankle suffered when a vehicle pulled out in front of the his motorcycle without warning. In an attempt to avoid the accident, the motorcycle driver struck a portion of the vehicle sending both the driver and passenger of the...
- Staff Writer | August 24, 2006 6:47 PM |
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Property Owner's Liability (Slip & Fall)A consultant employed with the State of Wyoming slipped and fell in an unmarked area which housed a small school auditorium. It was alleged that the entrance to the stairs leading to the seating area in the auditorium were improperly marked or, in some cases, not marked at all. William Simpson represented the Plaintiff in this case which was settled before action commenced.
- Staff Writer | August 23, 2006 6:40 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA thirty-five-year-old woman, parked at a drive-thru bank was hit from behind by a large oilfield service truck. The impact caused significant damage to the car and although she was wearing a seatbelt, she suffered injuries to her cervical spine and hip resulting in permanent partial disability. William Simpson successfully represented this Plaintiff in the Fifth Judicial District, Park County.
- Staff Writer | August 22, 2006 6:33 PM |
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MiscellaneousIn a recent Fifth Judicial District decision, a thirty-five-year-old retired dairy farmer was awarded a confidential settlement amount for medical bills and lost wages. He suffered injuries when he attempted to light a boiler which, only the day before, had been reconnected to a propane tank. The allegations were that the coupling unit had been improperly installed from the tank to the boiler...
- Staff Writer | August 21, 2006 6:27 PM |
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Wrongful DeathIn a recent decision, the Fifth Judicial District awarded claims for medical bills and lost wages in the case of a 30-year old Wyoming DOT engineer and another DOT employee who were working on a road project between Worland and Ten Sleep. Both men were struck by a piece of heavy equipment operated by parties under the direction and control of a contractor. The engineer was killed instantly and...
- Staff Writer | August 16, 2006 10:49 AM |
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MiscellaneousAs the West continues to grow and development ensues, many environmental issues involved with land development continue to escalate as well. Sewage systems, roads and water management are all part of this process.A recent article addresses some of these environmental law issues in two small towns: Hungry Horse, Montana and Murtaugh, Idaho. Both of these towns are looking at doubling in size...
- Staff Writer | August 16, 2006 7:36 AM |
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MiscellaneousThe Wyoming Supreme Court has issued a ruling that could make it difficult for skiers injured on ski lifts to collect damages saying that the inherent risk that skiers accept while on a mountain includes their time spent on the chair lifts. "The court said that the use and operation of ski lifts may be an inherent risk also, 'although those questions must be decided by the fact finder based on...
- Staff Writer | August 09, 2006 9:09 PM |
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MiscellaneousIf you've been wondering what happened to all those people charged in the Enron Scandals, BusinessWeek has decided to help you out and provide us with an Enron Status Update.
- Staff Writer | August 09, 2006 9:05 PM |
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MiscellaneousWho thought you'd have to beware of winning the lottery? Someone gets a call telling them they have won the lottery, they only need to pay some transaction fees to get their winnings ... the fees they pay disappear with the person to whom they paid the fees. This con doesn't even bother messing around with securities, it just goes straight for the victim's cash with nothing to show for it.
- Staff Writer | August 07, 2006 12:39 PM |
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MiscellaneousAccording to a recent report, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may file a civil lawsuit against Vail Resorts, Inc., a company that owns ski resorts in both Wyoming and Colorado. With investigations beginning in 2003, the SEC has brought into question the company's financial restatements after changing the way it accounted for club fees in 2002.
- Staff Writer | August 02, 2006 6:52 AM |
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MiscellaneousAccording to a report in the Dallas Morning News, medical specialists met to determine the effect of Fosamax and other osteoporosis medication on the jaw bone. In 2003, doctors first began seeing patients develop osteonecrosis of the jaw while using Fosamax and other similar drugs. Since then, over 400 other instances have been reported to medical journals. Osteonecrosis in the jaw is very...
- Staff Writer | August 01, 2006 8:21 PM |
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MiscellaneousAccording to a report by CBS News, a petition to delay a ban on smoking in bars and restaurants has failed. In June, the Cheyenne City Council agreed on this ban, but because of a petition drive by opponents to get the issue before voters in November the ban was delayed. Opponents needed to get signatures from 10% of Cheyenne's registered voters. According to the city clerk's office, the...
- Staff Writer | August 01, 2006 4:46 PM |
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FDA & Prescription DrugsIn a recent alert the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned consumers against the use of illegal products promoted on the Internet as dietary supplements for erectile dysfunction (ED) and the enhancement of sexual performance. Consumers who have used these products or require treatment for ED are encouraged to consult a healthcare professional for guidance.The products that are not...