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Kathleen Kaplan Jr.

Riverton Legal Group

Riverton, Wyoming · 23 Years Experience

4.4/5.0 (133 client reviews) Avvo 8.6

About Kathleen Kaplan Jr.

With a background in occupational medicine law, Kathleen Kaplan Jr. brings a scientific approach to workers' comp cases in Riverton, Wyoming. Over 23 years, she has handled thousands of cases involving occupational disease, repetitive stress injuries, and complex permanent disability ratings. Insurance companies take her calls seriously.

Healthcare Worker InjuriesNeedlestick InjuriesWorkers Compensation

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • FMLA
  • ADA Compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Kathleen Kaplan Jr. works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Wyoming. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Kathleen Kaplan Jr. handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Wyoming, including Healthcare Worker Injuries, Needlestick Injuries, Workers Compensation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Wyoming, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Kathleen immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Kathleen Kaplan Jr.'s specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 23 years of experience in Wyoming workers' comp law, Kathleen knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Kathleen Kaplan Jr. primarily serves clients in Riverton and the surrounding Wyoming area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Wyoming and were injured at work, contact Kathleen's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. University of Colorado School of Law
  • Bar Wyoming State Bar, admitted 2003
  • Mbr Wyoming Workers' Compensation Bar Association