Benjamin T. Cochran
Top rated Workers' Compensation attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Hardison & Cochran
Practice Areas: Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in North Carolina since: 2002
Education: Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2015 - 2025 
Selected to Rising Stars: 2010 - 2014 Call today:
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Benjamin T. Cochran is a Board Certified Specialist in workers' compensation law and the managing partner of Hardison & Cochran, Attorneys at Law, of Raleigh, North Carolina. As a personal injury attorney, he offers dedicated representation for employees and individuals who have suffered due to the negligence of others.
Mr. Cochran graduated from the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University after completing undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is a member of Phi Alpha, and his legal affiliations include the American Association for Justice, North Carolina State Bar, North Carolina Advocates for Justice, the 10th Judicial Bar Association and Wake County Bar Association. He also serves in the Leaders Forum of the North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers.
Among his many accomplishments, Mr. Cochran has been listed as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers of North Carolina and was selected by his peers for inclusion in North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine from 2010-2020.
Practice areas
Workers' Compensation: Claimant, Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Brain Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 50% Workers' Compensation: Claimant
- 50% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2002, North Carolina
Professional Webpage: https://www.lawyernc.com/our-attorneys/benjamin-cochran/
Bar/Professional Activity:
- North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Leaders Forum
- American Association for Justice
- North Carolina State Bar
- Wake County Bar Association
- 10th Judicial Bar Association
Verdicts/Settlements (Case Results):
Videos:
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran covers two situations where a second employer may be involved in an individuals Workers' Compensation situation. One is considered fraud and the other is not. Cochran discusses the difference between the two., Can I Work For Another Employer If I Am Receiving Workers' Compensation Benefits in North Carolina?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses Workers' Compensation in North Carolina and how the courts have historically and recently viewed a claim where an employer expressed that they are seeking Workers' Compensation benefits due to the overbearing nature of a supervisor / boss who is causing them anxiety or other types of emotional distress., Does NC Workers' Compensation Cover Harassment From A Boss or Any Kind of Emotional Distress?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses how a Child Support payment obligation may affect a weekly Workers' Compensation payment and the settlement of your Workers' Compensation claim in the state of North Carolina., How Does Child Support Affect My Workers' Compensation Payments or Settlements in North Carolina?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran speaks about tactics insurance companies may use to delay your Workers' Compensation claim. , Is Workers' Compensation Trying To Delay My Claim By Using Delay Tactics?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses North Carolina Workers' Compensation time schedules and how long benefits are available to injured employees in North Carolina. He also covers actions that can be taken to potentially extend this period of time if the situation calls for it., How Long Can Workers' Compensation Pay Benefits To An Injured Employee in North Carolina?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses Temporary Total Disability Benefits or the amount of payment an injured worker would receive from the insurance company. He also covers how this is calculated which is known as an Average Weekly Wage. This is a very important calculation as one moves through the process of a Workers' Compensation Claim in North Carolina., How Much Do You Get Paid When On Workers' Compensation in North Carolina?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses the purpose of a Mediation in a North Carolina Workers' Compensation case. He also covers the parties involved, the goal of the meeting and what may happen if no resolution is agreed upon between parties at mediation., What Is A Mediation In A North Carolina Workers' Compensation Case?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer, Benjamin T. Cochran talks about Medical Records and North Carolina Workers' Compensation. He covers what medical records are available to the insurance company. He also covers any medical records prior to the work accident that have no involvement with the work accident or injury. , What Medical Records Can Workers' Comp Request From Me After An Work Injury in North Carolina?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Attorney Benjamin T. Cochran discusses Medicare Set Asides and North Carolina Workers' Compensation., What Is A Medicare Set Aside In North Carolina Workers' Compensation?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses when an injured employee will begin receiving Workers' Compensation payments after being injured and taken out of work or are provided light duty restrictions that the employer cannot provide. , When Will My North Carolina Workers' Compensation Payments Begin?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses situations where Workers' Compensation will more likely than not cover an injured employee where the injury was sustained while in use of their personal vehicle., Does Workers' Comp Cover An Accident While Operating A Personal Vehicle For Work Purposes?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses Permanent Partial Ratings in North Carolina Workers' Compensation Claims. , I Received A Rating. What Are My Options In Regards To Settlement Of My Workers Comp Claim?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran talks about Return to Work Restrictions in North Carolina Workers' Compensation Claims. , What Are Return To Work Restrictions in North Carolina Workers' Compensation?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses becoming ill will a virus or disease from work and how it's handled by Workers' Compensation. He also talks about special situations where there may be a valid claim made for Workers' Compensation benefits. , Does NC Workers' Compensation Cover Becoming Sick With A Virus or Disease From Work?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses the relationship between North Carolina Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability. , How Does Workers' Compensation Affect Social Security Disability in North Carolina?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran discusses North Carolina Workers' Compensation benefits / payments and if they are considered income therefore taxable in North Carolina., Are Workers' Compensation Benefits / Payments Taxable in North Carolina?, 2022
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation Lawyer Benjamin T. Cochran talks about Vocational Rehab and it's purpose within North Carolina Workers' Compensation Claims. , What Is Vocational Rehab In North Carolina Workers' Compensation?, 2022
- What Is A Form 18 in North Carolina Workers' Compensation Claims?, 2018
- What Happens If My Employer Does Not Have Workers' Comp Insurance and I am Injured?, 2018
- Can I Be Fired for Hiring or Talking to an Attorney about my North Carolina Work Injury?, 2018
- What do Deputy Commissioners and Full Commissioners do in NC Workers' Compensation claims?, 2018
- How Much Does It Cost to Hire Hardison & Cochran for a NC Workers' Comp Claim?, 2018
- What Are The First Steps to Take After Being Injured at Work in North Carolina?, 2018
- Can I See My Own Doctor After Work Injury in North Carolina?, 2018
- What does Workers' Compensation Board-Certification mean in North Carolina?, 2018
- North Carolina Workers' Compensation and Home Modifications, 2018
- What If I Can't Return to My Job After A Work Injury in North Carolina?, 2018
- Do I Have a North Carolina Workers' Compensation Claim?, 2018
Representative Clients:
- Lassister v. Glover Printing, Inc.
- Benjamin T. Cochran represents plaintiffs in injury and workers' compensation cases in North Carolina., 2022
Special Licenses/Certifications:
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2022
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2021
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2020
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2019
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2018
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2017
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2016
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2015
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2014
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2013
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2012
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2011
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2010
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2009
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2008
- Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, 2007
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Autism Awareness Baseball Game (University of North Carolina), 2022
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2021
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2020
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2019
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2018
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2017
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2016
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2015
- Autism Awareness Football Game Sponsor (University of North Carolina), 2014
Honors/Awards:
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2022., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2022
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2021., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2021
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2020., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2020
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2019., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2019
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2018., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2018
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2017., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2017
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2016 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2016
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2015 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2015., The Best Lawyers in America©, US News & World Report, 2015
- Membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 is by invitation only and is extended exclusively to those trial lawyers practicing civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense law. Invitees must exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership as a young lawyer under the age of 40. Selection is based on a thorough multi-phase process which includes peer nominations combined with third-party research., Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers, 2015
- selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2014 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants., The Best Lawyers in America ©, US News & World Report, 2014
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers of North Carolina, Top 100 Trial Lawyers of North Carolina, 2007
- Phi Alpha Delta
- Lawyers Weekly
Educational Background:
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, B.A. Economics and African American Studies
White Papers:
- 9 Common Mistakes That Can Ruin Your NC Workers' Compensation Claim, 2018
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
- Speaker at Raleigh-Wake Paralegal Association event on October 5th, 2018. , Speaker, “Navigating a Workers’ Compensation Claim Through the Industrial Commission”, Raleigh-Wake Paralegal Association, 2018
- "How To Succeed In Mediation", North Carolina Association of Self - Insurers Annual Meeting and Education Conference, April 9-11, 2008
- Plaintiff's Attorney Case Law Review, Industrial Commission Conference, Fall 2007
- Medical Records Management for North Carolina Paralegals, CLE for Paralegals, Institute for Paralegal Education, A Division of the National Business Institute, June 2004
- 9 Common Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Workers' Compensation Case And How To Avoid Making Them
- Speaking and consulting Spanish Speaking Clients in legal matters. , Speaker, El Rufugio Sanford, NC, 2015
- Speaking and consulting with Spanish speaking North Carolina residents in Durham, North Carolina. , Speaker, El Centro Hispano, 2015
- The Guide To Protecting North Carolina Motorcyclist & Their Families, 2010
- North Carolina's Guide To Nursing Home Negligence, 2010
- Nine Commom Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Workers' Compensation Case and How to Avoid Making Them, 2008
Selections
11 Years Super Lawyers
5 Years Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers: 2015 - 2025
- Rising Stars: 2010 - 2014
