Janet Ward Black

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Janet Ward Black

also known as Janet Ward

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Greensboro, NC
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Defective and Dangerous Products ... +5 more

208 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC

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About Janet

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Car Accident 14%

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Defective and Dangerous Products 14%

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Mesothelioma and Asbestos 14%

For more than 20 years, Ward Black Law has been representing those affected by mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. We have successfully secured compensation for over 1,000 men and women, many of whom were exposed to asbestos.

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Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 14%

In many cases, a nursing home abuse or neglect lawsuit may be filed to protect a resident’s rights or to obtain damages for physical and mental pain to the resident.

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Personal Injury 14%

Accidents happen, but in some cases, victims suffer tremendously. If you have been injured due to the reckless actions or negligence of another, Ward Black Law can serve as a powerful voice for your rights.

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Trucking Accident 14%

Truck accidents involving 18 wheelers, semis, tractor trailers and other big trucks can be traumatic – physically, emotionally and financially – and they’re on the rise.

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Workers Compensation 14%

A requirement under law, North Carolina workers’ compensation provides medical and disability coverage and assistance for individuals with work-related injuries, impairment and occupational diseases, such as asbestosis and hearing loss.

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Other 2%

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes

Awards

Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 40 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ward Black Law

208 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC, 27401

wardblacklaw.com/

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Janet Ward Black's Reviews

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Posted by Krystal | April 07, 2014 | Personal Injury

Tractor trailer accident

In the time of my deepest distress, my life's greatest storm, and in great uncertainty Janet Ward Black and her team brought amazing peace. I trust her with my life. Her and her firm handled my personal injury case with great passion, and with up most professionalism. She is promt, confidential wi...th personal information , thorough, and a guru in her speciality. She treats each case as its own. I was not a number or a means to increase revenue. Working not just using her brilliant mind but moving through her generous heart, Janet Ward Black is a formidable fighter for the everday individual.

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Dianne Sawaya

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Immediately upon meeting Attorney Ward Black, you will know you have hired one of the most intelligent, compassionate and determined attorney in North Carolina. I endorse her 100% and was very impressed with practice and knowledge of the law."

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Karl Truman

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Janet because I have been very impressed with the excellent results she has obtained for her clients. She is aggressive, yet compassionate for her clients. She truly cares for her clients. She is the lawyer I will call upon if I ever need any help in the Greensboro, NC area."

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Bruce Blaylock

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Other

"Janet Ward Black is a thoughtful, detail oriented and hard-working attorney. She has created and nurtured an impressive culture in her practice where all the team members, including attorneys and support staff alike, take tremendous pride in doing good work for their clients. She has led by example in not only taking good care of her clients but also in investing time outside of the office to attend seminars and continuing education programs, which keep her on the front edge of the very best in law firm management best practices and legal techniques and stratagems. I endorse Janet Ward Black as an attorney."

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Howard Spiva

Unknown lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Janet Ward Black packs a one-two punch of integrity and ferocity in the courtroom. She speaks with the powerful, resounding voice of the wrongfully injured men and women whose voices have previously been drowned out by employers, factories, and large corporations. Black served as the third woman president of the North Carolina Association of Trial Lawyers and the fourth woman president of the North Carolina Bar Association, (the second lawyer in history to serve as president of both organizations.) She is an unwavering advocate for her client’s rights. I am proud to share the Preeminent “AV” Rating with her in Martindale-Hubbell’s American Registry of Lawyers. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Janet. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Lloyd Kelso

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Other

"When my father-in-law died from mesothelioma, I asked Ms. Black to help the family with the case. She was aggressive, compassionate and thorough. She has helped the family obtain fair compensation from the manufactuers of asbestos. I endorse Ms. Black's work."

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Cheryl David

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Janet Ward Black for twenty years in her capacity as an attorney and a humanitarian. Janet is an excellent attorney. She's caring and compassionate and this shows in everything she does for her clients and the community. Janet's office and staff are top notch. She's organized and well spoken. I 've referred countless clients to her office and I've advised my family if they ever need assistance and I can't make a recommendation, they are to call her immediately. I endorse Janet Ward Black."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2014

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2012

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2011

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2010

Distinguished Alumni Award for Public Service, Duke University School of Law

2010

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2010

Distinguished Service Award 2010, North Carolina Bar

2009

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2008

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2007

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2006

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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Ward Black Law

1900 - Present

Member, Janet Ward Black

1900 - Present

President, Ward Black Law

1992 - 2006

Attorney, Donaldson and Black

1989 - 1992

Attorney, Wallace Whitley Pope and Black

1985 - 1988

Assistant District Attorney, Cabarrus and Rowan Counties

Associations

2007 - 2008

North Carolina Bar Association

President

2005 - 2008

American Association for Justice

Board of Governors Member

2002 - 2003

North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers

President

Education

1985

Duke University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Davidson College

cum laude

1982

Davidson College

BA

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