Who We Are: North Carolina & South Carolina Personal Injury Advocates
At the Workers’ Compensation Law Firm, Prior, Criner & Edwards PLLC, we handle cases for those injured in a work accident, due to someone else’s vehicle negligence, or from personal injury. Our firm, based in Wilmington, North Carolina, serves clients across North Carolina and South Carolina. With decades of combined experience working as trial lawyers, representing injured people and their families, our attorneys possess the ability to provide proven legal solutions, one-on-one personalized attention, and steadfast advocacy from the moment they take your case to its conclusion. Our law firm is built on trust, mutual respect, and a tenacious pursuit of the right result for our injured clients.
Our Mission: Caring, Clarity, and Results
Our mission is simple: to advocate for the rights and recovery of injured people across the Carolinas. It is often very stressful to endure the legal process after being injured. Our philosophy is that no one should have to go through this process alone at any stage. From your initial questions to documents to be signed, to complex negotiations, and litigation when necessary, our lawyers take the heavy lifting out of your case, so you can focus on what really matters: healing and getting better. That is why we think everyone should have clear and candid information and advice and an attorney who cares about protecting your rights and interests. We view our clients as more than just file numbers; in fact, many are our neighbors, friends, and people in our communities.
What Makes Us Different: Experience, Integrity, and Reputation
When you select Prior, Criner & Edwards PLLC, you choose a law firm that has earned a reputation for quality legal care and service. Our litigators are peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence and ethics, having been awarded the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating, being named to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and being selected to Super Lawyers. We were also named one of the best local firms by Expertise.com. Our attorneys’ extensive knowledge of workers’ compensation, personal injury and auto accident law allows us to handle complex cases confidently and competently. Our clients appreciate our responsiveness, clarity, and how they have always felt their case was priority number one.
Comprehensive Injury Services
We offer a full range of comprehensive legal services for injury victims in North and South Carolina. In particular, we handle:
- Workers’ compensation claims involving traumatic injuries, occupational diseases, and repeated trauma
- Personal injury cases arising from negligence or inadvertence
- Car accidents and personal injury claims related to automobile collisions
- Mediation and alternative dispute resolution
- Prescriptive, free initial consultations and case evaluations
We offer a hands-on, client-centered approach that guides you at every stage – when filing a claim, negotiating a settlement with an insurance company, or going to court.
Meet Our Lawyers: Leaders In Workers’ Compensation & Injury Law
Our lead attorneys have decades of collective experience and a collective belief in justice:
- Frank Prior has more than 25 years of civil litigation experience helping injured workers and litigating personal injury matters. He is an experienced and well-regarded mediator who has presided over thousands of settlements for workers, attorneys, and insurance companies throughout the Carolinas. His broad knowledge of federal and state law, along with approachable demeanor, makes him a go-to facilitator for clients in difficult situations.
- Sherman Lee Criner is licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina and has a robust legal background with mediation training, educational presentations, and civic and business organizations. Sherman has also been a leader in the marriage equality movement. Clients appreciate his ability to clearly communicate complicated legal concepts in a way that they can easily understand. His strategic insight and steadfast commitment allows Sherman to earn respect from both peers and clients.
- Ashley M. Edwards is a North Carolina lawyer and certified mediator in North Carolina and South Carolina. In addition to representing hundreds of clients through injury and compensation claims, Ashley also works as a neutral mediator assisting attorneys, insurance companies, and private parties. Her caring personality and attention to detail ensure that each client gets the level of service and advocacy he or she deserves.
Our lawyers have mediated and litigated thousands of cases and collectively have a strong desire to see that every client gets heard.
Our Promise To You: Personalized Service & Transparency
We know that every injury and every client is different. That’s why we start by listening to your story, answering your questions, and creating an individualized legal strategy for your needs. We make it a priority to keep you informed and involved at every step of the process. From your free initial consultation to the end result, you will have a dedicated advocate in your corner. We are known for our straightforward, compassionate communication, and our clients tell us time and again that they feel supported at every turn. At Prior, Criner, & Edwards PLLC, you are never just a file-you are family.
How We Do Business: No-Cost Consultations & Accessible Attorneys
Starting a case with our firm is quick and risk-free. We offer a free initial consultation to every new client. The details of your case will be evaluated, your rights and options will be explained, and the right course of action will begin. In the majority of personal injury and workers’ compensation cases we accept, we do so on a contingency-fee basis – no attorney fee to you unless we obtain a recovery for you. As your advocates, we talk you through your claims process and negotiate settlements with insurers. If necessary, we take your case to court. At every phase, you will hear straightforward advice and receive the benefit of constant communication and support.
We Serve North Carolina & South Carolina: Local Roots, Cross-State Reach
The firm is conveniently located at 508 Market St Wilmington North Carolina 28401, but we handle cases all across the Carolinas. Our Wilmington personal injury attorneys are licensed and certified to represent your case all across both North and South Carolina. This broadens our ability to handle different types of cases and support you no matter what jurisdiction your injury happened in. Whether it’s Wilmington, Raleigh, Charlotte, Charleston or anywhere in between, our lawyers serve as experienced, hometown representation with a regional focus.
Why Prior, Criner & Edwards PLLC is Your Best Choice
Choosing a law firm is an important step. Here’s Why So Many Clients Choose Prior, Criner & Edwards PLLC:
- Decades of cumulative legal experience with proven results
- Peer and industry recognition for legal ability and ethics
- Personal, focused client service – your case gets our full attention
- Devotion to compassionate communication and client education
- Thorough support from consultation to resolution
- Free consultations and straightforward advice at every step
Injured people and families rely on us when it matters most. We are honored to be the firm they choose.
How To Reach Us: Free Consultation for Getting Back On Track
If you or a family member have been involved in an employment situation, an automobile incident, or any ordeal brought on by the actions of another person, let us be of service to you. Call Prior, Criner & Edwards PLLC today at (910) 341-3202 or (910) 251-0004, or stop by our office at 508 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401 and schedule a free consultation. You can also fill out the online form available through our website, and our legal professionals will promptly reach out to you. Schedule to meet with Frank, Sherman or Ashley today for a review of your unique circumstances so that we can fight to secure the compensation that you are entitled to. We look forward to answering all of your questions and serving as your advocate from beginning to end.