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Claggett & Sykes Makes Top 100 Verdicts for 2024 on Law.com
Claggett & Sykes is pleased to announce that one of our verdicts from 2024 landed in 12th place on the list of VerdictSearch’s Top 100 Verdicts of the year. The record-breaking case was hard-fought by our trial team, and we’re proud of this achievement and the work we do every day to fight for victims…
Read MoreClaggett & Sykes Wins Record $485 Million Sexual Abuse Verdict
In July, our trial team completed a trial in New Mexico where the jury returned a verdict of $485 million. We believe this is the largest single-plaintiff sexual abuse verdict ever. The case involved claims against a national healthcare company, Acadia Healthcare, Inc., for its involvement in placing children in a foster care home with a…
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 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…
Read MoreMicah Echols Has Been Named 2022 Trial Lawyer of the Year by Nevada Justice Association
Claggett & Sykes is proud to announce that attorney Micah Echols has been named the 2022 Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Nevada Justice Association (NJA). This is an extraordinary honor, because it is our fellow trial lawyers vote for their peer they think is deserving of the award. The Nevada Justice Association “is…
Read MoreClaggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers Named to 2021 Inc. 5000 List
NEW YORK, August 17, 2021 – Inc. magazine today revealed that Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers has been named to the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Intuit,…
Read MoreNumerous Claggett & Sykes Lawyers Selected to Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Super Lawyers List We are pleased to announce that several of our lawyers have been selected to the 2021 Mountain States Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of lawyers in the Mountain States (Nevada, Utah, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming). Sean Claggett – selected to the Super Lawyers…
Read MoreFourth of July Safety Tips
With Fourth of July right around the corner, we want to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. Many of us will spend the holiday cooking out, swimming, and enjoying the fireworks. Here are some friendly reminders on how to enjoy all of that safely this weekend. Cooking Out Grill outside. Don’t put your grill…
Read MoreMain Reasons for An Insurance Denial
If you have never been injured in an accident before, you may not know what to expect from the insurance claims process. You pay your premiums every month and may assume your insurance company wants to help you during a claim. Unfortunately, insurance companies often place profits over people. You may face challenges obtaining fair…
Read MoreHow We Prepare for a Case
Claggett & Sykes is not like other law firms. Our Las Vegas personal injury attorney’s preparation process for every case we accept is intensive. We prepare each case as if it will go to trial – even if we expect a successful settlement. Preparing cases for trial gives us aggressive legal strategies so we can…
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