Orbock Ruark & Dillard, PC is a Winston-Salem-based law firm specializing exclusively in workers’ compensation defense for employers across North Carolina. Founded in 1995, the firm has built a distinguished reputation, earning an A rating from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition as one of the Best Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report from 2012 through 2015.
The firm’s attorneys focus solely on defending employers, insurance carriers, and self-insured entities in workers’ compensation matters, leveraging deep experience at all stages of claims—from initial investigation through appeals. Their strategic location in the Piedmont region allows efficient service across the state, and their practice is dedicated to minimizing client exposure and costs through diligent risk analysis and efficient claim management.
Services Offered
- Workers’ compensation defense
- Initial investigation and determination of compensability
- Litigation risk analysis
- Claim management
- Counsel on medical treatment issues
- Representation before the North Carolina Industrial Commission
- Appeals to the Full Commission, North Carolina Court of Appeals, and North Carolina Supreme Court
The firm serves a diverse range of industries including automotive, construction, food processing, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and trucking, representing clients such as AT&T, Novant Health, Tyson Foods, and major insurance carriers like Zurich North America and The Hartford.
