Personal Injury
Respiratory Complications Caused by Spinal Cord Injury and Trauma
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are devastating events that can significantly affect a person’s life. Beyond the loss of mobility and function, SCIs often lead to serious respiratory complications. These complications can be life-threatening and require extensive medical intervention. Personal injury attorneys play a crucial role in advocating for individuals who have suffered SCIs and the…
Read MoreYour Garden Hose Can Burn You with Scalding Hot Water
Getting out the garden hose is a veritable rite of passage when the weather warms. The onset of spring is the time to plant flowers, germinate your vegetable sprouts, and maintain your permanent vegetation. Older generations often wistfully reminisce about simpler times when kids would play outdoors all day and drink water straight from the…
Read MoreWhat Is Compartment Syndrome?
Compartment syndrome is a serious medical condition that involves increased pressure within a muscle compartment, leading to reduced blood flow to the tissues and potential damage to nerves and muscles. When blood flow to the muscles and nerves is compromised due to the increased pressure, it can lead to tissue ischemia (lack of oxygen) and…
Read MoreTypes of Casino Accidents in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, often referred to as the “Entertainment Capital of the World,” is synonymous with glitz, glamour, and a thriving casino industry. While millions of visitors flock to the city each year to indulge in the excitement of its casinos, the atmosphere comes with its own set of risks. Casino accidents can and do occur,…
Read MoreClaggett & Sykes Secures $20M+ Verdict for Rollover UTV Accident
Sean Claggett and Geordan Logan of Claggett & Sykes recently secured a jury verdict of $20,130,247 in a product defect trial in California. The case involved a rollover of a UTV (Utility Terrain Vehicle) that left one of our clients, Julio Cerna, in a quadriplegic state. This was a three-month trial that started in October…
Read MoreHow Is Compensation Calculated in Reno Personal Injury Cases?
Personal injuries can have a profound impact on the lives of victims, affecting their physical well-being, emotional state, and financial stability. When someone suffers injuries due to the negligence or intentional actions of another party, seeking compensation through a personal injury claim is their right. Here in Reno, the calculation of compensation in personal injury…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Paralysis
One of the most devastating types of injuries we see in personal injury cases is paralysis. In addition to the obvious physical limitations it causes, paralysis causes severe mental stress and trauma. Having to suddenly rely on others for simple tasks and losing the choice and freedom of movement can be a tremendous shock to…
Read MoreDespite the Warm Weather, Winter IS Coming. Better Be Prepared
Reno is a great spot to visit or live year-round. If you’ve lived here a while, you’re likely used to winter conditions. If you’re visiting or new to the area, living in the cold and snow may be something new. Whether you’re a longtime Renoite or new to the area, it’s important to be prepared…
Read MoreMy Child Has Been Injured at School: What Should I Do?
We send our kids to school with good faith that they will be taken care of by the teachers and other professionals onsite. Getting a call to say that your child has been injured is every parent’s worst nightmare. Kids will be kids, so maybe what happened was just an accident. Or maybe an instructor…
Read MoreHow Do Reno Personal Injury Lawyers Choose a Jury for My Case?
Most personal injury cases settle and never go to trial. Trials are risky for both sides and can be very expensive. And it takes a long time to get to trial. So why would we want to be a trial law firm? Insurance companies pay attention to which law firms take cases to trial and…
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