Wyoming Personal Injury Laws
Wyoming uses a modified comparative fault system with a 51% bar and has no statutory cap on non-economic damages in personal injury or medical malpractice cases. The state's small population, energy industry, and large expanses of public land create unique personal injury scenarios involving oilfield accidents, ranching injuries, and outdoor recreation claims. Wyoming's 4-year statute of limitations is more generous than most states.
Statute of Limitations
4 years
Fault Rule
Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
Non-Economic Damages Cap
No Cap
Fault Rule: Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
You can recover damages only if you are less than 50% at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Average Settlement Amounts in Wyoming
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Wyoming.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $18,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $14,000 |
| Dog Bite | $27,000 |
Key Wyoming Personal Injury Statutes
- •Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 1-3-105 (statute of limitations)
- •Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 1-1-109 (modified comparative fault, 51% bar)
- •Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 11-31-101 (livestock owner liability)
Damage Caps in Wyoming
Wyoming does not impose a general cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. This means there is no statutory limit on pain and suffering awards in most cases.
Wyoming does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in Wyoming
Learn more about specific injury types and how Wyoming law applies to each.
Major Cities in Wyoming
Personal injury attorneys in Wyoming serve clients in Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Gillette, Rock Springs, and surrounding areas. If you have been injured in any of these cities, the same state laws described above apply to your claim.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.