Jesse S. Shapiro of the Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group, P.A. in Durham, North Carolina, has been promoted to Manager of the firm's Workers' Compensation Practice, the firm announced on July 29, 2026. As one of the few North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialists in Workers' Compensation Law, Shapiro is uniquely qualified for the role. He has represented thousands of injured workers before the North Carolina Industrial Commission, handling claims involving catastrophic injuries, occupational diseases, previously denied claims, complex medical issues, and significant settlement negotiations.
Shapiro joined the firm in 2024 after an already distinguished legal career spanning over 20 years, during which he secured multi-million-dollar results for personal injury victims. Prior to representing plaintiffs, he defended insurance companies and self-insured employers in workers' compensation and personal injury litigation, granting him valuable insight into opposing strategies. He leverages this inside knowledge to aggressively advocate for his clients, aiming for optimal outcomes.
His professional leadership includes serving as Vice President of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice Workers' Compensation Executive Committee and as a Committee Member of the North Carolina Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section. He has been recognized twice by the North Carolina Advocates for Justice for "extraordinary service rendered and in furtherance of the preservation of justice for injured workers in North Carolina." Additionally, he has been selected as a North Carolina Super Lawyer in Workers' Compensation, an honor based on peer recognition and professional achievement.
Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group, P.A. specializes in personal injury and workers' compensation law across North Carolina. With over 100 years of combined legal experience, the firm handles motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death cases. The firm has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for clients throughout the North Carolina Triangle. More information is available at https://www.kornbluthginsberg.com.
This promotion underscores the firm's commitment to providing experienced, specialized representation for injured workers. Shapiro's dual perspective from both defense and plaintiff work positions him to navigate complex claims effectively, potentially improving outcomes for clients facing denied claims or catastrophic injuries. His leadership may also influence broader advocacy efforts for workers' compensation reform through his roles in professional organizations.
