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Seth M. Bernanke
About Seth
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
90%
37 years | 500 cases
Personal Injury
5%
37 years | 100 cases
Spinal Cord Injury
5%
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-33%
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Licensed in North Carolina for 40 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Seth M. Bernanke, P.C.
1307 West Morehead St., Ste. 202, Charlotte, NC, 28208
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Seth M. Bernanke's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Outstanding Attorney that Will fight for you rights
Seth is an outstanding attorney that answered my questions and was very prompt in his responses. When I hired him, I already had 2 failed surgeries and I was facing yet another surgery for my injury. He really looked out for my best interests and was able to negotiate an outstanding settlement again...
Posted by Cindy | March 11, 2013 | Workers Compensation
It was a great day when I was referred to Seth Bernake.
I literally thank God for Seth Bernake, without him I do not believe I would have been able to get my employer to cover the surgery I needed after my accident. I had a very complicated case medically and the insurance company played every game in the book to get out of paying but Seth knew all the ...
Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2013 | Workers Compensation
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I highly recommend Mr. Bernanke, to represent anybody for any injury acquired on the job. He took over the part of dealing with insurance companies. And also their attorneys. When you are dealing with pain, and healing after surgery, believe me having someone who knows the law and goes the extra di...
Seth M. Bernanke's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Mr. Bernanke'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!"
"Seth is a passionate advocate for his clients, and truly cares for people. I strongly endorse his ability, and he will not let you down."
"I endorse this lawyer. In my 20 years of practice I have never met a lawyer who has greater concern for the well-being of his clients than does Seth. He has all of the traits necessary to successfully represent his clients: intelligence, experience, drive, and compassion. I recommend him with highest possible regard."
"I endorse this lawyer. Seth is an excellent Worker's Comp lawyer. He is very smart and creative. He also does excellent writings and briefs to the Industrial Commission and the Court of Appeals."
"I endorse this lawyer. Seth is the premier workers comp attorney in Charlotte, NC representing the worker. He is extremely knowledgeable, effective and a strong advocate for every clienty. I endorse him without reservation."
"First, the basics: Seth is smart, he's a square shooter, and he knows the law. Beyond that, he has a keen understanding of the personalities in the workers comp system: doctors, judges, insurance adjusters and defense lawyers. He is committed to using his knowledge and experience to get the best possible results for his clients."
"I endorse Seth. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Seth is a thinker. He strives to thoughtfully develop an individual strategy for each of his cases. He is also in the case for the long haul, if that is what the case needs. I know of one case he had that made repeated trips through our appellate courts as he fought for his client."
"Seth is one of the best Plaintiff's workers' compensation lawyers in our community. I have referred clients to Seth and have a lot of respect for his work."
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Experience
Honors
2019
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2000
Board Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist, North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
1991 - Present
President/Owner, Law Office of Seth M. Bernanke, P.C.
1989 - 1991
Associate Attorney, Parker, Pollard & Brown, P.C.
1986 - 1989
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender - Mecklenburg County
1985 - 1986
Research Assistant, North Carolina Court of Appeals
Associations
2005 - Present
North Carolina Brain Injury Association
2005 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section
1989 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Auto Torts Section
1989 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Workers Compensation Section
Education
1985
Duke University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Brandeis University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
20th Annual Rehabilitation and Case Management Symposium
Preparing for a Deposition
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Am I covered through workman's comp for taring my Archille's during on-the-job training in North Carolina?
30 Jul 2024
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How much can I expect to receive?
19 May 2024
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Is it smart to ask for more money in a workers comp case without a lawyer
15 Dec 2023