Other Appearances
Acclaimed Attorney & Advocate Gary Jackson Joins Law Offices of James Scott Farrin
September 7th, 2020: Acclaimed plaintiff’s attorney Gary Jackson, who has tried dozens of trials over his more than 37-year career, recently joined the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin. Working with Hoyt Tessener on Farrin’s expanded litigation team, Jackson will help guide attorney teams as the firm casts a wider litigation net among some of the more complex high-stakes cases. Jackson has represented North Carolinians against some of the largest and most powerful companies and industries in the country and has been responsible for verdicts and settlements totaling more than $100 million*.
James Scott Farrin Lawyers Named to 2021 ‘Best Lawyers’ and ‘Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch’ Lists
August 20th, 2020: Seven James Scott Farrin attorneys were named to the Best Lawyer list of the 2021 “Best Lawyers in America” publication, and eleven of the firm’s attorneys were named to the inaugural edition of the 2021 ‘Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch’ list. Both of these rankings recognize attorneys across the country and are based on peer-reviews in which attorneys rank the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical and legal practice area. Three of the Farrin attorneys are new to the ‘Best Lawyers’ list this year, and four have been recognized in previous years as well.
Attorneys Christopher Bagley and Gary Jackson* Represent Plaintiffs in Surf or Sound Realty Class Action Lawsuit
June 9th, 2020: James Scott Farrin attorneys Christopher Bagley and Gary Jackson filed a class action lawsuit against vacation realty company Surf or Sound on June 9, 2020. Plaintiffs were unable to access their vacation rentals after a Dare County bridge was closed to limit access during the Covid-19 pandemic. The company originally promised full refunds, but later changed their policy. Read more. *Of counsel
Attorney Gary Jackson Represents Clients in Class Action Suit Against Surf or Sound Realty
June 8th, 2020: Many people are furious after beach realty company Surf or Sound refused to issue refunds for rental houses that were inaccessible during the pandemic. James Scott Farrin attorney Gary Jackson claims that the company is in violation of a North Carolina law that entitles consumers to refunds. Read more.
From Workplace to Wills: Attorney Matt Harbin Answers Questions Pertaining to the Pandemic
May 13th, 2020: In this second segment with WFMY News 2, attorneys Matt Harbin and Dennis Toman continue to answer frequently asked questions pertaining to work and wills during the pandemic. Harbin and Toman explain the definitions of healthcare power of attorney, a living will, and an estate plan. Read more.
Attorney Matt Harbin Concludes the “Workplace to Wills” Series
May 13th, 2020: In this third installment of From Workplace to Wills, attorneys Matt Harbin and Dennis Toman discuss workers’ compensation claims in North Carolina. Harbin also explains the proposed workers’ compensation bill that could cover workers who contract Covid-19 on the job. Read more.
*For information regarding the standards for inclusion for awards mentioned, visit www.bestlawyers.com, www.superlawyers.com, www.usnews.com, thenationaltriallawyers.org, nclawyersweekly.com, nbltop100.org, businessnc.com, and www.martindale.com.