Full Commission Reverses Decision in Extended Benefits Case, Milton Nobles v. NCDHHS and CCMSI

Tracey Jones
Workers' Compensation

On September 29, 2021, the Full Commission entered an Opinion and Award in Milton Nobles v. North Carolina DHHS and CCMSI. The Full Commission reversed Deputy Commissioner Harris’ Opinion and Award and denied claimant’s right to extended benefits beyond the 500 weeks, as well as his claim for PTSD. The Full Commission panel consisted of Commissioner…

Criminal Justice Reform in North Carolina: Important Changes for Local Law Enforcement Agencies

Patrick Scott
Municipal Law, Public Sector

Governor Roy Cooper recently signed Senate Bill 300—a criminal justice reform bill—into law. The bill, reflecting the impact of the national conversation surrounding reform in law enforcement and attempts to address the calls for transparency from those who wear the badge, is expected to have major impacts on law enforcement and local governments in North…