Other Appearances
Attorney Chelsea D. Townsend Joins James Scott Farrinâs Powerful Personal Injury Team
November 14th, 2024: Chelsea D. Townsend brings her voice and skills to our personal injury department to advocate for those who need it most. Chelsea has experience in public defense, compliance law, and in private practice as an insurance defense attorney, and she combines this well-rounded experience with a dedication to helping others. Read more.
James Scott Farrin Attorney Gary Jackson* Pens Whistleblowing Op Ed for Duke Chronicle
November 12th, 2024: Five years after Duke's $112.5M research fraud settlement, alumnus and James Scott Farrin attorney Gary Jackson reminds us why whistleblowers matter with a recent article for the Chronicle. Jackson contextualizes the importance of research integrity, noting Duke's substantial $551 million in federal research funding for 2023. Whistleblowers who expose research fraud don't just protect taxpayersâthey can receive up to 30% of settlements. Read full article here. *Of counsel
James Scott Farrin Named to âBest Law Firmsâ List for 10th Year in a Row
November 7th, 2024: The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin has been named to the prestigious âBest Law Firmsâ list by âBest Lawyers in Americaâ for the 10th consecutive year. The firm received Tier 1 rankings for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, and Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, showcasing its dedication to legal excellence across North and South Carolina. In addition, 28 attorneys at the firm were honored in the 2025 'Best Lawyers' and 'Ones to Watch' lists. Read more.
Attorney Gary Jackson Featured in Carolina Public Press Article on Scams in Western NC After Helene
November 5th, 2024: James Scott Farrin attorney Gary Jackson* is featured in a recent article by the Carolina Public Press about scams in western North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Jackson warns that several different types of fraud often take place in the wake of disaster situations, including insurance fraud and contractor fraud. Read more. *Of counsel
James Scott Farrin Attorney John Wheatley Pens Op-Ed About the Dangers of Car Insurance Safe Driving Programs
October 25th, 2024: Personal injury attorney John Wheatley wrote a recent article for the Carolina Journal warning readers of the potential dangers and downsides of participating in auto insurance safe driving programs. Read the editorial here.
James Scott Farrin Attorney Catherine Elbakidze Quoted in Article on Touchscreens & Distracted Driving
October 24th, 2024: Catherine E. Elbakidze appeared in an article by the âDaily Dotâ highlighting the dangers of distracted driving and calling for more rigorous measures to protect drivers and passengers. Speaking in particular on touchscreens that can distract drivers, Elbakidze emphasizes that carmakers have a responsibility to ensure their designs prioritize safety. Read the full article here.
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