Posts by Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers
Nevada Supreme Court Issues First Impression Ruling on Workers’ Right to Medical Marijuana
For more than 20 years, Nevada residents have had access to medical marijuana to some extent. Over time, this right (as well as access) has been expanded through a series of legislative moves and ballot measures; eventually, recreational marijuana was also legalized in the state for adults aged 21 and older. But because marijuana remains…
Read MoreSean Claggett Named a “Titan of Trial” by Trial Lawyers University
Trial Lawyers University, which runs webinars and seminars across the country for trial lawyers, has selected Sean Claggett as one of its inaugural “Titans of Trial” in 2022. Sean is one of only six attorneys to be given this honor. Trial Lawyers University was created to help trial lawyers hone their craft. The seminars feature…
Read MoreWhat Is Illegal Solicitation by Lawyers?
Choosing the right lawyer for an injury case is tough. There are a lot of choices out there (especially in Las Vegas). Lawyers are governed by many ethical rules. One of those rules controls when and how lawyers can solicit new clients. But that doesn’t mean that some less scrupulous people don’t try to bend…
Read MoreUS Consumer Product Safety Commission Warns Consumers About Amazon Extension Cords
Warnings and recalls by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) help to show that products are defective. There is no requirement that the USPC issue a recall in order to be successful in a Las Vegas product liability claim. Our product liability lawyers regularly work with safety experts who understand why the products you…
Read MoreAviation Accidents in Reno Nevada
Many visitors who love casinos and traveling fly into Reno instead of driving or taking the train. The main airport is Reno-Tahoe International Airport, which is managed by the Reno Stead Airport. The Reno-Tahoe International Airport is the second largest airport in the state after Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas (though it’ll always…
Read MoreHow Can an Expert Witness Help My Las Vegas Truck Accident Case?
Accidents with commercial trucks are nearly always much more serious than accidents with passenger vehicles. Everything is worse – the intensity of the crash, the damage to your vehicle, and the severity of your injuries. When the accident wasn’t your fault, working out legal claims and financial compensation can be difficult and stressful, too. Depending…
Read MoreHow Safe Are Vehicle Backup Cameras?
Putting your vehicle in reverse and backing out of a driveway or parking spot can be a risky maneuver – it’s difficult to see behind your own car because of its various blind spots, no matter if it’s a big truck or small hybrid. Manufacturers began voluntarily adding rear-view backup cameras to their vehicles (usually…
Read MoreThe Hazards and Dangers of Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts are a common piece of equipment used on construction sites that allow workers to perform tasks at higher elevations, typically one or more stories up. Sometimes called “aerial lifts” scissor lifts are sort of a mobile scaffolding that can move from place to place, rather than the type that stays in place until…
Read MoreIs a Brachial Plexus Birth Injury Considered Medical Malpractice?
Expectant parents trust that during the labor and delivery process, the medical team will take every precaution to ensure a safe and healthy birth. This includes anticipating and responding properly to emergencies and complications. When they fail to do so, and your child suffers a birth injury, you have the right to hold the negligent…
Read MoreClaggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers Celebrates Grand Opening of Reno Office with Donations to The Children’s Cabinet and Sierra Nevada Journeys
Partners William Sykes, Sean Claggett, and Matt Granda at new Reno office (Credit: Marco Hernando, OneSeven Agency) On Thursday evening, Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers hosted a grand opening party for its new Reno office to celebrate the expansion of its Las Vegas office while introducing itself to the Reno community. The event consisted…
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