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Wyoming Car Accident Settlement Process and Timeline<\/h1>\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Katrina Wilson, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Wyoming is home to several American landmarks. You’ll find Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, and the Buffalo Bill Center of the West here. You’ll have to drive far to these fabulous tourist destinations.<\/p>\r\n

Whether visiting Wyoming or living there full-time, you may get in a fender-bender. Thankfully, most car accidents are minor. The worst injury you may suffer is a bruise to your ego and wallet. But some car crashes are much more severe.<\/p>\r\n

If the other driver caused the crash, you must file a claim with their insurance company. If the insurance adjuster refuses to pay your claim, you may have to file a personal injury lawsuit against them.<\/p>\r\n

Here, we’ll discuss why so many Wyoming car accident cases settle out of court. We will also explain the car accident settlement process in Wyoming, including the timeline for these settlements.<\/p>\r\n

If you still have questions about your car accident case, contact an experienced Wyoming car accident lawyer.<\/p>\r\n

Do I Need to Report a Car Accident in Wyoming?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

As of July 1, 2013, Wyoming law no longer requires drivers to report car accidents to the Wyoming Department of Transportation<\/a> (DOT). But you must still notify law enforcement. The DOT will verify that you and the other driver carry the mandatory insurance coverage under state law.<\/p>\r\n

If you don’t have the requisite car insurance, you’ll face stiff penalties. For example, the state may suspend your driver’s license<\/a>, and you may have to pay fines.<\/p>\r\n

You should always call 911 immediately after your crash. This is especially true if someone suffers serious bodily injury or dies. If there is serious property damage, you should contact the police. An officer will come and investigate the scene and write an unbiased report<\/a> that your car accident lawyer will use to prove fault in your car accident lawsuit.<\/p>\r\n

Wyoming Car Insurance Laws<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

All drivers in Wyoming must carry a minimum amount of car insurance. This minimum amount of insurance<\/a> is as follows:<\/p>\r\n