At Sigala & Stoddard LLP, we are dedicated to achieving outstanding results for our clients. Below are some of our most notable case outcomes.
Wrongful Death Cases
- $11,500,000 Jury Verdict – For the family of a 59-year-old male construction worker tragically killed by a dump truck on a Caltrans jobsite.
- $9,475,000 Settlement – For the family of a young child who fell from a third-floor apartment complex window.
- $10,900,000 Settlement – For the family of a male killed in a truck accident, resulting in wrongful death and injury to another motorist.
Personal Injury Cases
- $6,945,526 Jury Verdict – For a motorcyclist who sustained a spinal injury (L1 burst fracture).
- $6,875,000 Settlement – For an independent contractor who sustained an arm/hand injury when his arm was caught in a moving conveyor belt.
- $6,300,000 Settlement – For a gentleman who sustained a traumatic brain injury after being struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk in Oakland, California.
- $5,250,000 Settlement – For an elderly pedestrian who sustained traumatic brain injuries after being struck by a reckless driver.
Premise Liability Cases
- $5,700,000 Settlement – For a female college student who fell from a third-story apartment complex window.
- $4,965,499 Settlement – For a 16-month-old child who fell out of a second-floor apartment window and suffered traumatic brain injury.
Other Notable Settlements and Verdicts
- $1,500,000 Settlement – For an elderly gentleman (customer) who fell off a trailer at a feed supply store.
- $1,450,000 Settlement – For a construction worker who was knocked off a boom lift and sustained a leg injury.
- $663,026 Jury Verdict – For an adult who sustained a traumatic amputation of a finger-tip from a dog bite incident.
Our firm is proud of these results, which reflect our dedication to our clients and our expertise in handling complex cases. If you or a loved one has been injured or wrongfully killed, please contact us for a consultation. We are here to help you every step of the way.
Awards & Accolades
Among the numerous awards and recognitions that our team has achieved, here are a few that we hold in high regard.
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SUPER LAWYERS
Both of our partners, Mark Sigala and Ben Stoddard, have been named in the 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers List, a distinguished honor that signifies their excellence in the field. This prestigious recognition is awarded through a rigorous, patented multiphase selection process. Initially, candidates are nominated by their peers. They are then evaluated based on twelve indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Ultimately, only the top 5% of lawyers in the state earn this title. Mark and Ben’s inclusion in this elite group highlights their exceptional commitment to their practice and their outstanding contributions to the legal profession.
NATION’S TOP ONE PERCENT, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DISTINGUISHED COUNSEL
Timothy McMahon has been a finalist for the prestigious “Nation’s Top One Percent” award from the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC). This recognition places him among the top 1% of practicing attorneys in the United States. The highly selective process involves a thorough evaluation of his legal expertise, accomplishments, and ethical standards. This honor underscores Tim’s exceptional standing in the legal community.
