The PACT Act made significant changes to the benefits available to veterans who were exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxins during their service. The Act also extended and expanded eligibility for many veterans. Numerous VA presumptive conditions under the PACT Act no longer require proof of service…
If you’ve been hurt in an accident and already had a medical condition, you might worry that your prior health history will limit your ability to recover compensation. Insurance companies often lean into that fear; they might suggest that a prior injury or chronic condition means you can’t bring a…
If you were injured while on the job in North Carolina, workers’ compensation benefits can help cover your expenses and lost wages while you recover. Sometimes, however, ongoing weekly checks and open medical coverage don’t feel like the right long-term solution. Many people want financial closure or a way to…
The personal injury and workers’ comp firm is proud to be honored for its dedication to serving its clients Four attorneys at Hardison & Cochran have been recognized in the 2026 North Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars listings. Ben Cochran has been selected to the North Carolina Super Lawyers…
Truck accident claims present special challenges compared to the average automobile accident claim. More severe injuries raise the stakes, and the electronic data collected by a truck’s event data recorder or “black box” requires specialized knowledge to retrieve and interpret. One of the most important sources of evidence in a…
When you suffer a workplace injury in North Carolina, navigating the workers’ compensation system can be overwhelming. One aspect of the claims process that often causes confusion and concern is the independent medical examination, commonly known as an IME. Employers and their insurance companies frequently use these examinations to obtain…
After a car accident in North Carolina, one of the most critical documents you’ll receive is the North Carolina Crash Report Form, also known as DMV-349. This two-page report, often referred to as the NC police report, plays a key role in documenting the accident scene, including the crash location,…
If you sustain severe injuries in a collision with a commercial truck in North Carolina, your lawyer may hire a trucking accident reconstruction specialist to investigate the crash and help prove the truck driver’s or trucking company’s fault. Reconstruction specialists analyze various types of truck crash data to evaluate how…
If you are injured on the job in North Carolina, you may eventually be required to undergo a functional capacity evaluation (FCE). This examination is the most common test used to determine whether an injured worker has permanent restrictions on their ability to work. A doctor may order an injured…
Many motorists have installed dashcams in their vehicles, and some cars today even come with factory-installed external cameras. As a result, when these vehicles are involved in collisions or approach a crash, their cameras may capture critical footage that can help show what happened in the accident and identify the…
