The North Carolina Industrial Commission (Full Commission) recently reached a decision in a COVID-19 occupational disease workers’ compensation claim. This decision has not been appealed, giving guidance as to handling and defending…
Children born out of wedlock is a growing trend in the United States. According to recent statistics published by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Safety, from January through March 2024…
Contractors and businesses that subcontract work need to exercise caution in choosing subcontractors, and failure to do so could result in liability for on-the-job injuries of a subcontractor’s employees. Although employers are…
Hedrick Gardner is proud to announce that Raleigh Partner Catherine Lee was selected for inclusion in the 2024 edition of the North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Employment Law Power List. One of 31…
The NC Court of Appeals reached a unanimous decision in favor of the North Carolina State Board of Chiropractic Examiners, represented by Administrative Law partner Anna Baird Choi and associate Grant Simpkins.…
Hedrick Gardner is pleased to announce that 32 of our attorneys have been included in the 2025 Best Lawyers® lists. 30 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2025 edition…
In North Carolina, temperature related injuries, such as heat strokes, are generally considered compensable injuries “where the employment subjects [an individual] to a special or particular hazard from the elements, such as…
Throughout her extraordinary four-decade career, Judge Linda Stephens has made a lasting impact on the legal profession in North Carolina. Following her retirement, her legacy as a trailblazer, mentor, and exemplary attorney…
Hedrick Gardner is pleased to announce that one of our attorneys and two practice groups are ranked in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal industry guide. Patricia Shields…
The North Carolina Industrial Commission has released updated instructions for employers, carriers, and third party administrators completing the IC File Number Field when filing documents electronically. This new protocol streamlines the filing…
