James B. "Jamie" Black IV

An Invaluable Asset for Our Company's Workers' Comp Needs

Our mid-sized manufacturing company faced a complex workers' compensation claim that threatened significant financial exposure. We engaged Jamie Black at Cranfill Sumner based on his specific recognition in employer-side workers' compensation law. From our first meeting, his deep understanding of North Carolina's comp system was evident. He didn't just react to the claim; he conducted a thorough investigation, identified inconsistencies in the employee's narrative, and guided our internal team on proper documentation protocols. His nearly ten years of focused experience in this niche area meant he anticipated every move from the opposing counsel. Jamie's strategy was both assertive and pragmatic, always keeping our business's long-term interests and workplace morale in mind. The case was resolved favorably at mediation, saving us from a protracted hearing and a much larger potential payout. Beyond the excellent outcome, his clear communication and ability to explain legal nuances to our non-legal management team were exceptional. He transformed a stressful liability into a managed process. We have since retained him to review and strengthen our entire workplace safety and injury reporting program. For any North Carolina employer navigating workers' comp, Jamie Black is the definitive choice.