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John A. Hedrick
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Biography
John Hedrick has focused his legal career on North Carolina workers’ compensation law since 1994. From 1994 to 2000, Mr. Hedrick served as a Deputy Commissioner of the North Carolina Industrial Commission (like a judge for workers’ compensation cases). In 2000, Mr. Hedrick began representing injured employees throughout the State of North Carolina.
The North Carolina State Bar certified Mr. Hedrick as a Specialist in North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Law in 2003. He was recertified in 2008 and 2013. In 2002, Mr. Hedrick received an AV, Preeminent Rating, the highest peer review rating by Martindale-Hubbell.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
95%
34 years
Employment and Labor
5%
34 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-25%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of John A. Hedrick, PLLC
8394 Six Forks Rd Ste 203, Raleigh, NC, 27615-3057
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John A. Hedrick's Reviews
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Posted by Pamela | June 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Superior knowledge
When we were faced with a job injury and loss of time and wages we sought the council of Mr. Hedrick. We were very anxious about my husbands future. Mr. Hedrick was very thorough and honest with us and helped us through the maze of Workmens Comp. He is very compassionate in his approach. I would high...
Posted by Conrad | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Great guy and extremely helpful
I cannot recommend him enough. John and Jordana were extremely helpful, professional and punctual. They helped me with a workers comp claim that had been ongoing for 2 years and helped smoothly resolve it. I’d give them 6 stars if I could.
Posted by Avonte bennett | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great lawyer
John and Jordanna are so amazing they kept me updated with my case and they make sure everything was right and they never failed on me they make I got proper help that i needed!!
Posted by Brenda | December 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
A listening ear with empathy
Mr Hedrick, viewed my workers compensation case and explains the do’s and don’ts before taking my case. He also made all communication from the smallest issue to the most complicated issues. He has a wonderful assistant that also was a wonderful guide to make the hardest situation a lot smoother. I w...
Posted by Jason | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Excellent Experience
Mr. Hedrick and his team helped me with my case from getting me the money I deserve for my disability pay to the final settlement. They were very responsive and professional. I would definitely recommend Hedrick Law to anyone in need. Great experience!
John A. Hedrick's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is one of the best Workers' Compensation attorneys in the State."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Board Certified Specialist, North Carolina State Bar
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner/member, Law Office of John A. Hedrick, PLLC
2001 - 2017
Partner, Scudder & Hedrick, PLLC
2000 - 2000
Associate, Law Office of Robin E. Hudson
1994 - 1994
Associate, North Carolina Attorney General's Office
1994 - 2000
Deputy Commissioner, North Carolina Industrial Commission
1993 - 1994
Law Clerk, North Carolina Court Of Appeals
1991 - 1993
Law Clerk, North Caroliona Supreme Court
Associations
2001 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
1991 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Crutchfield v. Carolina Football Enters., 2008 LEXIS 592, December 13, 2007
Greene v. Conlon Constr. Co., 2007 LEXIS 1430, April 25, 2007
Goodson v. Mafco Holdings, Inc., 2006 LEXIS 1759, May 11, 2006
Jefferson v. Waste Indus., 2006 LEXIS 1439, April 12, 2006
Butler v. E.I. Dupont De Nemours & Co., 2004 LEXIS 1592, April 29, 2004
Jones-Bailey v. Carlisle Plastics, Inc., 2004 LEXIS 719, March 15, 2004
Hale v. Novo Nordisk Pharm. Indus., 2002 N.C. App. LEXIS 1127, August 21, 2002
Wallker v. Holden Temps., Inc. 2015 LEXIS 612, July 21, 2015
Trudel v. TCI Architects/Eng'rs/Contractor, 2016 LEXIS 680, July 5, 2016
Gray v. RDU Authority, 2012 LEXIS 639, April 20, 2010
Alawar v. Courtyard Marriott N., 2011 LEXIS 2311, November 1, 2011
Education
1991
Campbell University
J.D.
1987
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2014
19th Annual NC Workers' Compensation Educational Conference
The Role of Case Managers in Workers' Compensation Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can I do I was fired from my job while being injured. Can i file for unemployment? Will workers comp pay me?
04 Oct 2018
Q&A
THIS IS NOT A WORKERS COMP QUESTION What are the wrongful death settlement amts for forlift deaths in NC?
06 Sep 2018
Q&A
I got hurt on the job and was taking out of work but upon turning back to work i got another job can i still sue?
17 Aug 2018