Kala Sellers

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There are few young attorneys working today as experienced and accomplished as Kala Sellers. She won her first seven-figure verdict in her first year as an attorney at Arnold & Itkin, and she has since litigated cases to juries in countless courthouses throughout the country. Since 2014, Kala has been integral to some of the firm’s most significant trial successes, amassing multiple 7- and 8-figure verdicts in the last several years.

"For me, being an attorney goes beyond what happens at the courthouse. It’s about understanding your clients and giving them the answers and resolution they need."

Biography

Kala has seen the inside of the courtroom more than most lawyers twice her age—and her results show it. In addition to courtroom advocacy, Kala prides herself on her ability to understand the larger picture of cases, considering all perspectives to best fight for the results her clients need. She’s methodical with her research and briefing, working diligently to achieve more than her clients might’ve thought possible.

This approach has allowed Kala to recover extraordinary settlements, including:

  • $46.5 million for injured plant workers
  • $40 million for injured Jones Act seamen
  • $35.5 million for a fatal motor vehicle accident
  • $14.5 million for an explosion survivor
  • $12.5 million for an electrocution
  • $8 million for injured motorists
  • $5.5 million for injured oil rig worker
  • $4.35 million for injured Jones Act seaman

Kala’s case experience includes a full array of personal injury catastrophes. She has represented survivors burned in explosions, injured in commercial vehicle wrecks, and permanently harmed while working offshore, as well as all types of industrial accidents. She has also worked extensively on mass pharmaceutical cases involving harmful drugs injuring innocent victims across the country.

Before becoming a trial lawyer, Kala showed her capacity for hard work and ambition. She grew up in Houston before relocating to North Carolina and enrolling at Duke University for her undergraduate studies. After excelling in political science and pre-law courses, Kala received a scholarship to Baylor Law School.

Kala graduated from Baylor Law School as a five-time Dean’s List student. During law school, she joined the ABA Labor Law Mock Trial Team, the AAJ National Mock Trial Team, and the NCTC Mock Trial Team. Her mock trial career reached its zenith when she was a semifinalist in the Baylor Top Gun Competition, an intra-scholastic mock trial tournament involving all third-year Practice Court students.

After law school, Kala sharpened her litigation skills at a small Houston firm that handled various personal injury cases in state and federal court. From there, she joined Arnold & Itkin, where her ambition and passion for advocacy found a natural home.

Her practice focuses primarily on matters involving catastrophic personal injury, offshore accidents, and large commercial vehicle accidents. She is licensed to practice in Louisiana and Texas but handles cases across the United States. She has been recognized as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star™ multiple years in a row.

Since joining the firm, Kala has married her loving and understanding husband and has expanded her family with two young boys. She enjoys spending her free time being a mother, which can sometimes be just as challenging as tackling trial, in her opinion.

Kala's Case Results

  • $40 Million

    Settlement Reached for Injured Jones Act Seamen

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley secured $40 million on behalf of three Jones Act seamen who suffered injuries during a vessel collision. As a result, the seamen were left unable to work and provide for their families. They looked to Arnold & Itkin for help. Using our maritime litigation skills, vast knowledge of the offshore industry, and numerous resources, we developed evidence to show the management failures that led to the vessel losing control—ultimately causing the collision.

    After numerous depositions, we proved that the defendant’s management failures at the top level led to this tragic event. After proving the defendants were the sole cause, the defendants continued to minimize and deny the workers’ injuries. Our team continued to develop evidence proving that the clients’ injuries justified millions of dollars to ensure they received full and fair compensation. After several days of trial, our team secured a tremendous settlement on behalf of our clients, taking care of them for life.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $17,982,173.80

  • $31 Million

    Settlement Obtained for Seaman Hurt in Vessel Collision

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley secured $31 million on behalf of a Jones Act seaman who suffered a head injury on the Mississippi river. At the outset of the case, the defendants denied all responsibility and attempted to limit their liability by placing blame on other entities. Our attorneys at Arnold & Itkin fought back on behalf of the seaman—refusing to accept the defendant’s excuses. By using our courtroom skills, vast knowledge of maritime law, and numerous resources, we were able to protect the rights of our client. Numerous depositions were taken, multiple (ultimately failed) mediations were held, and the defendants still refused to take full responsibility. As a result, our legal team took the case to a jury trial, where we fought to hold the company accountable. After a week of trial, we secured a tremendous result for our client.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $13,829,886.31

  • $14.5 Million

    Settlement Won for Seriously Injured Worker

    Attorney Kyle Findley secured a $14.5 million settlement for a worker after two weeks of trial. The client had to undergo treatment with medical doctors for the injuries that he sustained. The defendants denied all responsibility for the injuries and claimed he was completely healed. The Arnold & Itkin lawyers used their vast trial experience to ensure that the client would be taken care of for life.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $6,506,145.50

  • $8 Million

    Major Settlement for Injured Motorists

    Attorneys Kyle Findley, Caj Boatright, and Kala Sellers of Arnold & Itkin secured an $8 million award for 2 injured motorists. Our clients were traveling down a highway in South Texas when an oilfield worker suddenly pulled in front of them at an intersection, causing a collision. Our clients were taken to the hospital by ambulance and treated by numerous doctors. The defendants denied all responsibility for the collision and refused to resolve the case for its appropriate value ahead of trial. Our lawyers rejected all pre-trial offers and took the case to the courtroom. After just six days of trial in Dimmitt County, Texas, the defendants paid nearly three times their previous pre-trial offer. Our team used their vast courtroom experience to ensure that our clients would be taken care of for life.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $4,056,543.98

  • $5.5 Million

    Settlement Reached for Jones Act Worker Hurt on Inland Waters

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Kala Sellers secured $5.5 million on behalf of a Jones Act seaman who was injured while working on a crane barge when he was forced to evacuate due to a collision. During the evacuation, the client suffered neck and back injuries. Despite these injuries, the defendants refused to care for the injured workers. Our attorneys used our skills, vast knowledge of maritime law, and resources to fight back against the company that denied all responsibility. We are pleased to say that their client’s quality of life has improved thanks to the excellent medical care provided by the settlement.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,515,851.00

  • $4.4 Million

    $4.35 Million Won for Oilfield Worker

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Kala Sellers obtained $4.35 million settlement of behalf of a Derrick hand who was injured while working in the oilfield. The worker suffered injuries due to equipment failure and ended up needing spine surgery. Our attorneys used their vast knowledge related to oilfield workers and were able to find multiple defendants responsible for the incident. After numerous depositions the lawyers at Arnold & Itkin were able to ensure that our client was taken care of for the future.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,950,485.13

  • $3.6 Million

    Settlement Reached for Louisiana Man Injured in Plant Accident

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, Adam Lewis, Kala Sellers, and Claire Schindler obtained a multi-million dollar settlement for a young man injured in an industrial accident. As a result, our client suffered herniations to his neck and back. We worked to ensure he received the best medical care and successfully secured a multi-million dollar settlement, allowing him to provide a better life for himself and his family.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,754,658.27

  • $3.5 Million

    Settlement Reached for Worker Hurt on the Mississippi River

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Kala Sellers secured $3.5 million on behalf of a Jones Act seaman who suffered back injuries while working on the Mississippi River. The worker suffered these orthopedic injuries while working on a crane barge. Our legal team worked hard to ensure that the guilty parties did not escape responsibility and ultimately accepted responsibility after numerous depositions. Our attorneys were proud to know that the client was able to obtain all of the medical care he needs, thanks to the settlement.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,636,406.45

  • $3.45 Million

    Settlement Reached for Injured South Texas Plant Worker

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, Adam Lewis, Kala Sellers, and Claire Schindler obtained a multi-million dollar settlement for a young man injured in an industrial accident at a plant in Texas. Our client suffered herniations to his neck and back, limiting his ability to work and provide for his family. We worked aggressively to hold the plant owners responsible and secure a multi-million dollar settlement. Our firm is proud to have secured a settlement allowing him to provide a better life for himself and his family.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,678,004.14

  • $3.45 Million

    Settlement Obtained for Man Injured in Industrial Accident

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, Adam Lewis, Kala Sellers, and Claire Schindler obtained a multi-million dollar settlement for a young man injured in an industrial accident at a plant in Texas. As a result, our client suffered herniations to his neck and back. We worked to ensure he received the best medical care and are proud to have been able to help their client and secure a settlement that will take care of him for life.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,688,564.01

  • $3.35 Million

    Settlement Recovered for Industrial Accident Victim

    Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, Adam Lewis, Kala Sellers, and Claire Schindler obtained a multi-million dollar settlement for a young man injured in an industrial accident. As a result, our client suffered serious neck and back injuries, including multiple herniations. We worked aggressively to hold the plant owners responsible and secure a settlement that will allow him to provide a better life for himself and his family.

    Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,634,268.64

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