Claggett & Sykes Makes Top 100 Verdicts for 2023 on Law.com
Claggett & Sykes is pleased to announce that one of our verdicts from 2023 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 MoreDo I Have to Go to Court After a Car Accident in Las Vegas?
Were you recently in a car accident in Las Vegas? If so, you may be wondering if you’ll need to go to court in order to get the other driver to pay for your property damage, medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Here’s what you need to know. Steps to Take Before Bringing…
Read MoreHow Does a Car Accident Settlement Work?
Being injured in a car accident can significantly change your life, both physically and financially. Often, the process of recovering the money you need to get back on track starts with filing an insurance claim. However, filing that claim and obtaining a car accident settlement in Reno can be difficult and confusing. By hiring an…
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Car Accident in Las Vegas?
If you have been injured in a car accident with a careless Las Vegas driver, your attorney will work hard to try to settle your case without having to file a lawsuit. This isn’t always possible. Insurance companies may try to leverage your physical and financial vulnerability following an accident so that you accept their…
Read MoreRespiratory 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 MoreHolding Casinos Accountable for Near-Drowning Claims
One of the most popular things to do when visiting Las Vegas is hanging out at the hotel pool. With warm weather most of the year, pools in Las Vegas are typically open from April through October. But, when you combine sun, water, and things like long nights and alcohol, lounging at the pool presents…
Read MoreCan You Put a Camera in a Nursing Home Room?
This past June, Governor Joe Lombardo signed off on Assembly Bill 202, which allows cameras into Nevada nursing homes. This law is called “Henry’s Law,” honoring Henry Owens, who died in 2021 after suffering numerous urinary tract infections and other maladies associated with a lack of care. Henry’s family helped lobby for this law to…
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 MoreWhat Are the Staff Requirements in a Nevada Nursing Home?
Nursing homes need to ensure that they have an adequate number of staff members with the appropriate qualifications and training to provide quality care to residents. Failure to meet staffing requirements can result in penalties, fines, or even the loss of license for the facility. Therefore, nursing homes in Nevada must carefully adhere to state…
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