Ken Hardison says North Carolina accident victims will soon need to disclose the amount of medical expenses paid by their health insurer when negotiating and litigating tort claims. The new law, House Bill 542, takes effect October 1. It has been called by some the “billed vs. paid law.” Ken…
“How much is my case worth?” This is a question that is asked of our attorneys in our firm from time to time during the initial consultation. The simple truth is this: If an attorney quotes you a dollar amount of how much your case is worth during an initial…
The Dangerous Drug division of Hardison & Cochran is currently reviewing claims from people who have bladder complications and bladder cancer associated with the use of Actos. Actos, which is also know by pioglitazone, is manufactured by Takeda Pharmaceuticals and is used to control blood sugar levels in Type II diabetes patients. In…
Temprature highs across North Carolina are reaching up into the triple digits this week. If you have lived in North Carolina during the summer months, it’s safe to say you know the temprature is only half of the story when it comes to how it feels outside. We’re talking about the…
The cost of hiring a lawyer to handle your vehicle damage claim is generally not practical. The cost of direct attorney assistance is too high. Even a lawsuit without a lawyer’s assistance may not be a reasonable option. A lawsuit takes time. When your primary objective is to get your…
It’s almost that time again. A week away from today, everyone across the United States will be celebrating independence. Grilling hamburgers and hot dogs, playing catch, meeting up with the family; it’s all par for the course this time of the season, but today we’d like to offer some tips…
The following is a press release from the North Carolina Advocates for Justice which explains the House Bill 542 Billed v. Paid Auto Reform which passed two readings in the House earlier in June and passed its first reading in the Senate on June 6th. RALEIGH, N.C., June 2, 2011– Republican leaders in the…
Yesterday in the North Carolina General Assembly, the House voted in favor of changes to the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act. The bill, which has changed from its original filing in April of 2011, passed with a vote of 102 in favor and 12 opposed. Before the bill moves to the Senate…
The forecast for the majority of North Carolina this week is between the high 80’s and low 90’s. This is the first wave of heat we have experienced in 2011, so it’s always good to have a reminder of how to deal with the heat. Well, you know how to…
We’re on the cusp of beach season here in North Carolina. While going to the beach is a great get away from the everyday grind, make sure you stay safe while you’re having some fun this summer. Be sure to check over the beach safety tips below. We’ve also added…
