Valerie Johnson

Law Offices of Valerie Johnson

31+ Years

Legal Experience

About Valerie Johnson

Valerie A. Johnson is a highly respected attorney located in Durham, North Carolina, with a focus on workers' compensation law. She completed her education at the University of North Carolina and graduated with honors from the UNC School of Law in 1994. Prior to her legal career, Valerie gained experience as an elementary school teacher.

Valerie is dedicated to educating future lawyers and imparts her knowledge by teaching trial advocacy at the University of North Carolina School of Law. She has also shared her expertise in workers' compensation law at Wake Forest University's School of Law.

In her professional service, Valerie is an active member of the legal community. She serves on the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and has chaired the workers’ compensation committee. Her leadership extends to her former role on the Lawyers Coordinating Committee of the AFL-CIO. Additionally, she chaired the North Carolina State Bar's Workers' Compensation Legal Specialization Committee for three years and is a member of the National Academy of Social Insurance.

Besides her specialization in workers' compensation, Valerie's practice areas include civil litigation and personal injury, demonstrating her versatile legal expertise.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Workers' Compensation

Personal Injury

Products Liability

Animal & Dog Bites

Brain Injury

Car Accidents

Construction Accidents

Motorcycle Accidents

Premises Liability

Truck Accidents

Wrongful Death

Drugs & Medical Devices

Motor Vehicle Defects

Toxic Torts

North Carolina Car Accident Laws

Understanding North Carolina's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

3 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

contributory negligence

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$30K/$60K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did Valerie Johnson complete her education?

Valerie Johnson graduated from the University of North Carolina and the UNC School of Law.

What areas of law does Valerie Johnson specialize in?

Valerie Johnson specializes in workers' compensation law, civil litigation, and personal injury.

What teaching roles does Valerie Johnson hold?

She teaches trial advocacy at the University of North Carolina School of Law and has taught workers' compensation law at Wake Forest University's School of Law.

What leadership positions has Valerie Johnson held?

Valerie serves on the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and chaired the workers’ compensation committee.