Stewart Poisson
Poisson, Poisson & Bower, PLLC • Wilmington, NC
Workers CompensationPersonal Injury
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Email
Phone
(910) 807-4030
Address
Wilmington, NC, 28401, US
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About
**Stewart Poisson** **Location:** Wilmington, NC **Firm:** Poisson, Poisson & Bower, PLLC **Practice Areas:** Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation Stewart Poisson is a seasoned attorney at Poisson, Poisson & Bower, PLLC, specializing in personal injury and workers' compensation law in Wilmington, North Carolina. With a deep understanding of both legal principles and practical courtroom experience, Stewart excels at guiding clients through the complexities of their cases to achieve optimal outcomes. He prides himself on his ability to communicate effectively with clients from all walks of life—whether they are experienced in legal matters or navigating the system for the first time. Stewart’s extensive experience includes handling workers' compensation cases at all levels, from administrative hearings to appeals before the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of North Carolina. His expertise is further enhanced by his role as an educator, teaching fellow attorneys on critical workers' compensation topics throughout the state. Notably, Stewart completed a year as the Chair of the Workers' Rights Section of the NC Advocates for Justice, reflecting his commitment to the advancement of workers' rights. In addition to workers' compensation, Stewart is well-versed in personal injury law, having successfully tried numerous jury trials and handled multiple appeals at the North Carolina Court of Appeals. He is particularly passionate about assisting individuals who have suffered injuries at work and may have third-party claims against negligent parties outside their employers. This unique dual expertise in both personal injury and workers' compensation law sets Stewart apart in the legal community, allowing him to provide comprehensive representation tailored to the needs of his clients. For dedicated legal support in Wilmington, NC, Stewart Poisson is a trusted advocate ready to fight for your rights and help you navigate the complexities of your case.
About Workers Compensation Law
Workers' compensation attorneys help injured workers obtain benefits for workplace injuries. They navigate the claims process and fight for fair compensation. Common matters include workplace injuries, occupational illness, denied claims, disability benefits.
Credentials
Education
N/A University of North Carolina School of Law JD, with honors
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2004 William T. Joyner Award for Excellence in Journal Writing, UNC Law Review 2002 Law Review, UNC School of Law
Publications
2016 Lexis Nexis Publishing North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Law: A Practical Guide to Success at Every Stage of a Claim (wrote Course & Scope chapter) 2013 Trialbriefs “Recent Cases Involving the Exclusive Remedy Provision of the Workers’ Compensation Act: Trivette v. Yount and Taft v. Brinley’s Grading, Inc. et al.” Trial Briefs (North Carolina Advocates for Justice, August 2013). 2004 North Carolina Law Review “Addressing the Impropriety of Statutory Caps on Pain and Suffering Awards in the Medical Liability System,” 82 North Carolina Law Review 759 (2004).
Associations
2016 - Present North Carolina Advocates for Justice Womens' Caucus Executive Committee 2016 - Present North Carolina Advocates for Justice Chair, Workers' Rights Section 2016 - Present North Carolina Advocates for Justice Board of Governors 2015 - Present North Carolina State Bar Member, Specialization Subcommittee on Workers' Compensation 2013 - Present North Carolina State Bar Ethics Committee, Advisory Member
Speaking
2016 Workers' Compensation & Workplace Torts “Workers’ Compensation Appellate Court Decisions since November 2015” 2016 Workers' Comp Roundtable “Proving Disability: How to Meet Your Burden” 2016 NCIC Educational Conference “Communications with Medical Providers per Section 97-25.6 of the General Statutes: What’s Allowed and What’s Not” 2016 Convention Panel Discussion, Most Important Workers’ Compensation Cases of the Year 2015 Workers' Compensation & Workplace Torts “Workers’ Compensation Appellate Court Decisions since November 2014”
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Updated: May 25, 2026