I’ve processed visas for dozens of the World’s best boxers but did not attend a professional boxing event until Friday, July 19th at the MGM Grand Casino near Washington, DC. 

It never crossed my mind that I would witness the final moments of not just an athlete’s career, but a MAN’s LIFE. 

Respect the fighters. All of the fighters. Never lose reverence for what professional combat sports athletes put on the line every time they compete. 

I am still processing how I feel about the death of Maxim Dadashev just like a lot of other people around the world. Maxim Dadashev and his family did not deserve this. He was fighting to be the best in the World and feed his family. 

Professional fighting is more than punches and kicks…. It is the WILL of the athlete too. Dadashev’s will lasted longer than his body. Fighters should be protected from themselves. 

My sincerest condolences go to the family and friends of Maxim Dadashev and our clients Egis Klimas (@klimasmanagement) and Top Rank Inc. (@trboxing)

Rest in Peace 

- Sherrod Seward, Esq 

I contributed to his family’s gofundme campaign and encourage my network to the same (https://www.gofundme.com/f/madmaxdadashev)