From our office in Charlotte, North Carolina, the trial lawyers at The Sumwalt Group have worked to make our workplaces and communities safer and to secure compensation for those injured when others make unsafe choices. 99% our clients find us through word-of-mouth referrals. Friends, family, unions, trade organizations, medical providers, and other lawyers send them our way.
We handle cases at all levels between trial and appeal throughout the Carolinas. We select cases to help with workers' compensation and other complex claims for injury or wrongful death, resulting from industrial safety violations to car wrecks. Our firm has a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in both Appellate Practice and Workers' Compensation Law so you can trust you will get an accurate evaluation of your legal challenge. We also work with a network of top notch colleagues both inside and outside of North Carolina and South Carolina when unique issues come up.
Our law firm's team of highly experienced and dedicated trial lawyers have the extensive skills and resources necessary to handle your matter efficiently and to bring closure to your case.
Although we have a physical office, our practice is virtual and can fit video meetings and other communications into your schedule. Our job is to explain your options as we find the most effective strategy to get you back on your feet after an injury. For more information, please feel free to contact us at The Sumwalt Group and to take advantage of our free initial consultations.
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Vernon Sumwalt has handled approximately 300 workers' compensation hearings, 120 appeals--mostly from cases he has tried--and many other cases before juries and our courts of general jurisdiction in both North…
Christa Sumwalt has over 125 jury trials under her belt between civil personal injury cases, 10 years of experience as a prosecutor in Mecklenburg County, and many years of criminal…
1213 West Morehead Street, The Refinery, Suite 521, Charlotte, NC, 28208
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Vernon Sumwalt was very attentive to my questions and thorough in his investigation. If you are in North or South Carolina and have a question about your Workers’ Comp Claim and want to get past all the TV and radio hype, call Vernon.
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I not only recommend attorney Vernon Sumwalt, but I guarantee once you have used his service you too will look no further. He responds in a timely matter, he is very knowledge and trustworthy. Vernon helped me with a work injury claim and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Vernon and his team are amazing!
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Straightforward, honest, and fair. And they get results. I hope I don’t have to, but I would not hesitate to retain Vernon and his team again. If it fell with in their scope of practice, they would be my first and only call.
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I would recommend them..they are 100% professional and work very hard for their clients. I am very pleased with the work they did for me.
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I didn’t know the first step in dealing with my injury and insurance company. Mr. Sumwalt made it easy for me to trust in taking my claim. Everything was explained in words I could understand. I would recommend Mr. Sumwalt to my closest friends in need. Mr. Sumwalt was very approachable and kept me updated in a timely manner.
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Very knowledgeable, courtesy and professional. They settled my case fast , efficiently and we’re very quick at returning my phone calls. I would highly recommend them.
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I never thought I would need a Workman’s Comp lawyer but, Mr. Sumwalt’s name was given to me from a reliable source. I was very nervous at first because this was new territory for me. But from the beginning Mr. Sumwalt was very reassuring and pleasant. He explained to me about the process. He also explained that this was something that would not happen overnight, but I could rest assured that he knew what he was doing and he was very experienced. I could also call on him if I had any questions or did not understand something. He was very personable, honest and kept me up to date on what was going on with my case. I really appreciate all of his patience with me and could not ask for a better lawyer.
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I never thought in a million years I would ever need a workman’s compensation lawyer, but when I did Vernon came recommended very highly from a very trusted and reliable source. From the beginning Vernon explained the process to me and how things would happen. When I had questions, he was always there to answer them for me. Vernon is very honest, down to earth, and caring person who kept me in the loop about my case. I do not think you will find a more down to earth lawyer who actually has compassion for his clients like Vernon. I would use him again without a doubt.
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Vernon Sumwalt and his assistant, Kimberly Durkee, are wonderful, pleasant people to work with. Vernon handled my husband’s worker’s comp mediation and we were able to reach a settlement without having to go to court. I would highly recommend his law firm. Thanks again Vernon!
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Mr. Sumwalt was such a big help in getting answers with my workers comp case. He was caring, honest and truly had my best interest in mind.
Vernon was very personable and professional at the same time. He made me feel comfortable, is easy to talk to and he gets the job done!
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I must say I am so impressed by Vernon Sumwalt’s commitment to the work he does for injured workers! He is honest about where he sees the trajectory of your case based on the facts as it pertains to the law! I missed his call on a Friday afternoon and he called me back after office hours the same day! He has incredible knowledge of workmen’s comp laws in our state and if he doesn’t take my case I will be forever grateful for the time he took to attentively listen when a number of attorneys are too busy and have their paralegal or assistant gather information to determine if a case is “worthy” of their time. I highly recommend Attorney Sumwalt if you need competent and solid legal representation!!
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The Sumwalt Group was a pleasure to work with. They (Vernon) made my experience very pleasant. They dedicated themselves to representing my interest and concerns very professionally. They gave updates about my case and what was going on every step. I could not have asked for a better team to have represented my case.
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Thank you for helping me through this difficult case and for ensuring the best possible outcome on my behalf. We are so grateful to you for representing me and for being a powerful advocate for me throughout these difficult times. Thank you so much for your passionate, thoughtful, and brilliant work.Best attorney you could ask for.
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Talk about a great person and an awesome lawyer, Mr Vernon Sumwalt is hands down the best. I got injured on the job and had hundreds of questions and Mr Sumwalt always took the time to answer my questions and made me feel comfortable with everything that was happening with my Workers Comp Claim. If you need a great attorney, here’s your guy. Thank you for everything that you and firm did for me to settle this WC Claim
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I have no complaints they answered my calls, emails and where very knowledgeable when it counted
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I was very satisfied with the overall professionalism from the Sumwalt Group. My emails were answered very promptly. Vernon Sumwalt was always very friendly and kind and willing to talk to me anytime I had questions.
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We cannot say enough about Mr. Vernon and his service! He handled a very long, complicated case with such ease, understanding and professionalism. Thankful and grateful for our experience with Mr. Sumwalt. He was extremely real about the expectations of our case. He proceeded with what others were unsure where to begin, and after a 20 year delay in helping our father we were lucky to have such a caring lawyer that explained the process, the roadblocks we could face and yet the hope that we had. We would recommend him a million times over!
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Vernon did an amazing job with answering all the questions I had no matter if it was a simple or a complicated question he had answers to everything. I definitely had a great experience and it was really nice speaking to him as he seems very genuine and wants to help. I would definitely recommend and if you are looking for someone to help with your case look no further!
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Vernon Sumwalt helped me immensely, his guidance and knowledge of the law, kept me from making a mistake. Some times you can be led astray by people who do not know the law, I was, and it was Vernon, who took the time to explain how the law would apply to my case. I was very satisfied with the end results of the case. H.S.Good
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The team at Sumwalt was very knowledgeable of NC worker comp law and quick to answer any questions we had. They went far beyond my expectations and made me feel comfortable during the workers comp process.They made sure I received every penny I was supposed to receive. I recommend contacting The Sumwalt Group with your workers comp needs.
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I have know Vernon Sumwalt for many years. I practiced in the field of Social Security disability over 40 years. I presented many continuing legal education seminars with Vernon. He is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys I have worked with. Further, he is well respected among his peers and the Courts. When I needed a lawyer to handle my husband’s personal injury case, Vernon was the lawyer I chose. If I had a client that needed a lawyer for Workers Compensation or personal injury, Vernon Sumwalt was my go-to lawyer. I trusted him for my husband’s case and for my clients. He gives his clients personal attention and works hard to provide a successful outcome. He is an honest, hard working individual who sincerely cares about his clients.
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We lost our dear son-in-law to a tragic work related accident in August, 2020. We chose the Sumwalt Group to handle the worker’s compensation claim after researching firms in the Charlotte area extensively. I was particularly impressed by the reviews Vernon received from his legal peers. From start to finish, our case was handled professionally and as expeditiously as possible. Most impressive was Vernon’s responsiveness to our inquiries as we navigated through the complexities of the worker’s comp claim process. His communication was beyond excellent. I would highly recommend the Sumwalt Group to anyone in need of the services they provide.
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This firm went above and beyond their duties to help me with my case even as they knew that the firm was not receiving any compensation. I would not hesitate to use this firm in the future.
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Very caring. Quick to return emails or phone calls. Felt like I was dealing with a friend .
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Years ago I had an issue that required the assistance of an attorney. I unfortunately had a lawyer that provided the wrong advice and left my family worse off. That experience taught me what to look for and expect in an effective attorney going forward. During our 1st consultation, it was clear to me that Vernon was engaged and knowledgeable. I was referred to Vernon and the Sumwalt Group by the president of my union following an on the job injury. Seeking Vernon’s counsel has truly proved to be the best decision I could’ve made. I don’t know why it seems as if the company goes out of their way to make this process difficult for the worker. Knowing what to say, when to say it and to whom to speak to regarding your workers comp claim can be the difference between your claim go through smoothly or going horribly wrong. I am thankful that Vernon made me feel as though I had a partner, helping me through this process.
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I just wanted to say thank you to The Sumwalt Group for taking care of everything during my time I was injured. They made sure the insurance company did what they were suppose to do and they got me a bigger settlement than I could have ever imagined. Thanks once again.
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I had a lengthy conversation with Mr. Sumwalt and he answered all of my questions with so much patience. I did not feel rushed in any way and I learned that he seemed to have extensive knowledge of the law. I chose not to hire an attorney at this time, but he offered tips for how I could negotiate for a higher settlement for my case on my own. That spoke volumes to me and I just have to give credit where credit is due. I HIGHLY recommend Mr. Sumwalt!
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Vernon was unlike any lawyer I have ever met. He surprised me at every turn at how responsive and helpful he was with Dave’s situation. We came out better than we expected. Vernon was honest, straightforward, and also caring. He was one of those miracles we were so grateful for. We highly recommend him as a lawyer.
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Great team to work with. Very professional. Got papers processed in a timely fashion.
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I was put in contact with Vernon from another lawyer.. my dad was seriously Ill from a work situation and the company was trying to avoid taking fault. Vernon listened to our story, our facts… after retaining Vernon my father passed from his injuries he got.. Vernon faught for him til the end.. doing all the research he could and staying in contact with us throughout the two years. I can’t thank him enough for his professionalism, and empathy towards us in the worst time of our lives. If you need a lawyer who truly fights for you, Vernon is the one to go to
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Highly recommended. Vernon’s knowledge, experience, professionalism and enthusiasm for the law led to a positive outcome. His team was great at communicating details and they shot me straight at all times. I knew I had made the right choice when a friend of mine whose wife works as a corporate attorney said oh yeah, he’s definitely good! I’m so thankful I was referred to his team!
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When you first meet Vernon Sumwalt, he greets you with an atmosphere of positive stimulation! It is an energy level that you feel free and open minded in communicating with him your issues! Vernon truly cares about your situation and analyzes the laws so that he can represent his clients very well to the best of his abilities! I would recommend Vernon to any one with legal issues to follow up with him. I am so thankful and elated that I did!
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They are very helpful and understanding. I would recommend them to anyone that needs their help.
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Anyone needing an attorney to handle a Workman’s Comp case should consider the Sumwalt Group Mr. Sumwalt not only has the vast knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the legal system but also demonstrated genuine concern and compassion. His patience and understanding made the difficult process tolerable. His staff also gets high marks for their professionalism and proficiency
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Absolutely 💯 would recommend Mr. Sumwalt and his staff. They know how to get it done. Very easy to talk with and they explain things so you can understand .
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I would HIGHLY recommend this law firm. Vernon has helped me throughout the process of my claim and injury with genuine concern for my health and welfare.
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Vernon and his associates battled with me every step of the way. I highly recommend this law firm.
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Vernon handled what could have been a very complicated situation with the utmost in professionalism and understanding. He was excellent at keeping me informed every step of the way and returned calls promptly. I would highly recommend his firm for their services and legal knowledge!