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Your Trusted North Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers
Hardison & Cochran is a client-focused law firm dedicated to representing individuals in North Carolina. Founded over 40 years ago, we specialize in personal injury, workers' compensation, and Social Security disability claims, with a team of experienced attorneys, including four North Carolina Board-Certified Specialists in Workers' Compensation Law. Our practice has expanded to six offices across the state, allowing us to serve clients in Raleigh, Greensboro, Fayetteville, Greenville, Wilmington, and Dunn.We prioritize client needs, offering personalized attention and leveraging decades of collective legal expertise to achieve favorable outcomes. Our commitment extends beyond individual cases, as we actively engage with and support local communities through various initiatives.
Services
Personal Injury
Workers' Compensation
Car Accidents
Social Security Disability
Defective Medical Devices
Nursing Home Abuse
Wrongful Death
Truck Accidents
VA Disability
Premises Liability
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined legal experience focused on injury and disability law.
- Our team includes four North Carolina Board-Certified Specialists in Workers' Compensation Law.
- We maintain 24/7 availability to serve clients across six North Carolina locations.
- Our client-centric approach prioritizes personalized communication and transparent case updates.
- We guarantee no upfront fees - payment only occurs after successful case resolution.
Associations and certifications
- North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Excellent client relations
Kept me updated
Highly recommended
Caring and professional
Achieved favorable results
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured through no fault of their own in car accidents, truck collisions, and other incidents. Our attorneys negotiate with insurance companies to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience, we handle complex cases involving catastrophic injuries, defective products, and inadequate security.
Workers' Compensation
Our certified specialists assist workers injured on the job with claims for medical treatment, wage replacement, and disability benefits. We handle appeals and hearings while ensuring employers and insurers comply with North Carolina regulations. Our team includes four Board-Certified attorneys with proven success in complex workers' comp cases.
Social Security Disability
We help individuals denied Social Security Disability benefits navigate the appeals process. Our attorneys prepare comprehensive applications and represent clients at hearings, focusing on medical documentation and legal arguments. We specialize in cases involving chronic illnesses, mental health conditions, and permanent disabilities preventing gainful employment.
Defective Medical Devices
Our firm investigates injuries caused by faulty implants, surgical tools, and pharmaceutical products. We collaborate with medical experts to build strong cases against manufacturers, seeking compensation for additional surgeries, ongoing treatment, and quality-of-life impacts. We participate in multi-district litigation for widespread device failures.
Wrongful Death
We support families who have lost loved ones due to negligence, defective products, or workplace accidents. Our attorneys pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional distress while holding responsible parties accountable. We handle cases involving medical malpractice, transportation fatalities, and premises liability with compassionate legal representation.
People
Benjamin Cochran
Founder
Benjamin Cochran established the firm with a vision of combining legal excellence with personalized client care. He manages daily operations and has built a reputation for successfully handling complex personal injury and disability cases across North Carolina.
J. Jackson Hardison
Attorney
J. Jackson Hardison represents clients in workers' compensation and personal injury cases. With extensive trial experience, he advocates for injured workers and accident victims, focusing on maximizing compensation through settlements and courtroom litigation.
J. Adam Bridwell
Attorney
J. Adam Bridwell specializes in Social Security Disability and personal injury claims. He assists clients with navigating complex legal processes while maintaining direct communication to ensure informed decision-making throughout their cases.
John Paul Godwin
Attorney
John Paul Godwin focuses on workers' compensation and catastrophic injury cases. He works closely with clients to document workplace injuries and negotiate settlements that cover long-term medical needs and financial losses.
Susan L. Downs
Attorney
Susan L. Downs handles personal injury and defective product cases. She investigates incidents involving dangerous drugs and medical devices, building evidence-based claims to hold manufacturers accountable for consumer harm.
Questions
Does Hardison & Cochran offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary strategy sessions to discuss your case details and legal options.
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in personal injury, workers' compensation, SSD claims, and cases involving defective medical devices.
How do you charge for legal services?
We work on contingency - payment only occurs if we successfully resolve your case.
Do you serve clients outside Raleigh?
Yes, we have offices in Greensboro, Fayetteville, Wilmington, and other North Carolina locations.
How quickly do you respond to client inquiries?
We strive to respond within one hour and schedule initial consultations within 24 hours.
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