John M. McCabe
About John
Biography
From the time John was 8 years old, he wanted to be a lawyer. After living in San Francisco and New York, John spent most of his childhood growing up in North Carolina. He attended the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and Campbell University School of Law. While at Campbell, John was named to two national moot court teams, and the law school's faculty recognized him as one of the nation's best, up-and-coming lawyers. After graduating from Campbell with honors, John initially worked for a law firm that defended claims filed by injured people. After seeing from the inside how insurance companies and big business attempt to work the legal system to maximize their own profits, John quickly realized that accident victims needed a strong and aggressive advocate to stand up and fight for them. So, in 1995, he changed firms and since then, he has focused exclusively on representing people throughout the country who have been injured by trucking collisions, medical negligence, defective products, and on-the-job accidents.
Known for his strong work ethic and attention to detail, one of John's most notable achievements occurred in 2000 when he represented a young mother and her daughter in a case against the State of North Carolina for serious injuries that they suffered when their mini-van was struck head-on by a Department of Transportation dump truck. At that time, a damages cap limited the amount of damages that could be recovered from the State of North Carolina to a maximum of $150,000, which was less than half of the mother's medical bills. Through John's efforts and against considerable odds, he was not only able to persuade the General Assembly to increase the cap to $500,000, but he also instituted ground-breaking lawsuits that resulted in the family recovering a settlement that was more than 10 times the amount initially offered by the State.
John is licensed to practice law in all North Carolina federal and state courts, and he is a very active member of the North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. John devotes a considerable amount of his time to teaching legal concepts and advocacy skills to other attorneys and law students, and his articles are frequently published throughout the State.
In his free time, John coaches a youth basketball team, and he serves as an extraordinary minister, lecturer, and mass coordinator at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Raleigh. He enjoys basketball, softball, running, biking, music, and traveling with his wife, Rebecca.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
32 years
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32 years
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
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Licensed in North Carolina for 31 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of John M. McCabe
1130 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 230, Cary, NC, 27511
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John M. McCabe's Reviews
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Posted by Shane | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Not your stereotype attorney
Being a blue-collar worker and never dealt with attorney before I had already had a negative attitude about attorneys. Mr. Mccabe quickly change my attitude . He answered all my questions, and I did have a lot of questions, in simple layman terms. Mr. Mccabe was very upfront. He quickl...
Posted by kevinfurr | April 23, 2015
quick and honest
Although Mr. McCabe gave me an answer I didn’t want to hear, he worked diligently and expediently to come up with the best answer for the two of us. He seems to be honest and forthright
Posted by Timothy & Sandra | September 09, 2013 | Personal Injury
If you want the best look no further!
John McCabe is one of the best Lawyers we have ever met. When first meeting John in Feb 2011 he listened to what we had to say and was very concerned about my health and the situation surrounding it. John is not a person who chases cases his cases come from recommendations from his clients and fell...
Posted by Scott | September 01, 2013
Most Responsible and Professional guy I know!!!
I have known John McCabe for almost 30 years and would recommend him and have recommended him as an attorney to anyone that would ask me. His passion for Law, loyalty to his clients, and people skills make him great at what he does. He has helped me both personally and professionally with many situ...
Posted by Bryan | August 27, 2013 | Trucking Accident
Highly recommend John! A very competent, responsive and knowledgeable attorney.
I was involved in a trucking accident by being hit from behind by an 18 wheeler. Following the accident, a good friend of our family recommended that we contact John McCabe. He assured us that his firm was a very excellent choice and he recommended them highly. His recommendation was quickly proved t...
John M. McCabe's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Mr. McCabe's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"John is a hard worker and a go-getter. He knows how to stand up for his clients and never leaves a stone unturned."
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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent attorney. He is aggressive and fair. He is one of the best I have seen at obtaining the best possible results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a well respected auto and trucking accident attorney. I have known him many years and can tell you he is understands the law and works hard for his clients."
"I've known John for the better part of twenty years. TOP NOTCH lawyer, wonderful person, smart and good friend. I highly endorse John McCabe. Bill Powers Charlotte, North Carolina"
"John is an excellent trial lawyer who handles dealing with other lawyers and the tense situations that develop with ease."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a knowledgeable and aggressive lawyer who cares about his clients. His posts here on AVVO show that he knows what he is talking about. I would not hesitate to recommend John to a potential client."
"I endorse this lawyer. John knows the law and knows how to advocate for his client. I worked with John on a matter, and he demonstrated great professionalism throughout the case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Outstanding lawyer, for both his legal ability and his relationships with clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"John is well-versed in personal injury law in North Carolina. If you are injured and need help, I highly recommend you talk to John."
"I would not hesitate to use John as my own lawyer, should the need arise. He is extremely experienced and well-suited for representation in his chosen areas of the law."
"In addition to working extremely hard in order to provide outstanding representation for his clients, John is consistently kind, reliable and dedicated. I endorse him most highly and have recommended him to my family and closest friends."
"I have known John for nearly twenty years and worked with him for several years after graduating from the same law school. He is one of the hardest working and most dedicated attorneys I know. John's passion for what he does combined with his talent and strong work ethic make him an an outstanding advocate for the individuals he represents."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Top 100 Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Best Attorneys in North Carolina, Best Lawyers
2013
North Carolina Top Rated Lawyer, ALM
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report
2013
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2012
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2012
North Carolina Top Rated Lawyer, ALM
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Best Attorneys in North Carolina, Best Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report
2011
Top 100 Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report
2011
Super Lawyers, Thompson Reuters
2010
Top 100 Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2010
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Top 100 Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Assocation
2008
Platinum Award, The Verdict Group
2008
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2008 - Present
President, The Law Offices of John M. McCabe, P.A.
1999 - 2008
Partner, Davis & McCabe, P.A.
Associations
2008 - Present
Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America
1999 - Present
American Association for Justice
1995 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeAuto Torts Executive Committee
1994 - Present
Wake County Bar Association
2013 - 2014
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeChair, Auto Torts Executive Committee
2012 - 2013
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeVice-Chair, AutoTorts Executive Committee
2012 - 2013
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeEthics Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
$1,500,000 Settlement
$2,000,000 settlement
$1,300,000 settlement
$1,750,000 settlement
$875,000 settlement
Education
1994
J.D., cum laude
1991
A.B.
Speaking Engagements
2012
Demystifying the State Tort Claims Act
2012
Successful Depositions
2011
The Rules of the Road in Trucking Cases
2010
The Investigation and Handling of Personal Injury Cases
2008
The Rules of the Road -- The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
2007
Trucking Litigation and D.O.T. Regulations
2006
The Investigation & Handling of Personal Injury Cases
2005
Achieving Favorable Settlements in North Carolina
2005
The Doctrine of Statutory Employment: Holding Motor Carries Liable for The Negligence of Leased Vehicles & Drivers
2004
The In’s and Out’s of Civil Discovery
2002
The Rules of Civil Discovery
2002
Setting Up The Winning Deposition
2001
Representing Psychological Injured Workers In Workers’ Compensation Claims
2000
Effective Use of Exhibits and Experts in Auto Torts Cases
1998
Effective Representation of Parties to Form 24 Informal Hearings
Publications
2011
2010
2004
1992
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
I am looking for a Workman's Comp Attorney in NC who specializes in CRPS. Thank you.
11 Feb 2021
FELL at work, case denied for not within scope and course of employment is employer responsible for bills until case denied ?
11 Apr 2018
Can Workers Comp PPD Benefits be based on current salary if you make significantly more than when you were injured?
25 Mar 2018