Experienced North Carolina Personal injury Attorney
Robert “Robby” Jessup, a partner at the Howard Stallings Law Firm, represents plaintiffs in serious injury and wrongful death cases. Throughout his career, Robby has helped many clients secure significant recoveries, including several dozen that were seven-figures or more. His work has earned him recognition as a member of The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Best Lawyers in America, and Super Lawyers.
Robby’s work with crime victims, including survivors of shootings, violent assaults, and childhood sexual abuse, has led to some of his cases being featured in national and local media, including appearing on an AMC/Sundance True Crime Series.
Born and raised in North Carolina, Robby earned his undergraduate degree (Religious Studies and Journalism) and law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduating cum laude with both. His deep connection to his home state and the people who live here drives his dedication to helping those who need it most.
Robby is admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, all Federal District Courts within North Carolina, and all North Carolina State Courts.
Living in Raleigh with his young daughter and wife (who is also an attorney), Robby enjoys taking family trips to the beach and salt-water fishing. His goldendoodle, Hobie, enjoys those trips too. Community involvement is important to Robby, and among other civic activities, he is a Board Member of the North Carolina Mock Trial Program, and a member of a local masonic lodge.
Personal Injury Litigation Experience
Robby is a seasoned civil litigator dedicated to representing individuals and families facing life-altering injuries or wrongful death. His practice centers on high-stakes personal injury matters in North Carolina, where each case demands a strategic approach and a tireless commitment to securing justice.
Crime Victim Representation
Violent crimes such as shootings, stabbings, and other assaults often cause severe injury or death, leaving victims and their families with immense physical, emotional, and financial burdens. Robby takes on these complex cases by:
- Pursuing Accountability: Holding assailants and any negligent third parties—including property owners or security providers—responsible for failing to maintain safe environments or prevent foreseeable violence.
- Advocating for Families: Supporting grieving families who have lost loved ones to violent crime, seeking damages for medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of support, and the profound emotional toll.
- Securing Compensation: Striving for substantial settlements or verdicts that address ongoing therapy, long-term care, and other significant needs arising from the incident.
Child Sexual Abuse Representation
For survivors of child sexual abuse, Robby delivers empathetic yet forceful legal advocacy, demanding justice and maximum compensation for life-altering harm. Whether the abuse involved a single perpetrator or an enabling institution, he works to ensure clients receive financial resources for their long-term care and healing.
Serious Premises Liability
When catastrophic injuries result from egregious property negligence—such as inadequate security measures, structural collapses, or other high-risk hazards—Robby pursues substantial compensation. He holds property owners and other responsible entities accountable for the severe harm they cause.
Trucking Accident Litigation
Commercial trucking accidents can lead to devastating trauma or fatalities. Robby leverages his in-depth knowledge of state and federal regulations to confront large trucking companies and their powerful insurers, seeking damages for extensive medical treatment, lifelong care, and lost earning capacity.
Catastrophic Car Accidents
Serious automobile collisions can upend entire families. Robby investigates all contributing factors—such as driver negligence, vehicle defects, or improper road maintenance—to ensure every liable party is held fully accountable. His aim is to secure comprehensive compensation for medical costs, lost income, and ongoing care needs.
Train Wreck Cases
Train accidents present a complex interplay of industry regulations, multiple liable parties, and catastrophic injuries or loss of life. Robby’s experience in navigating these intricate legal and regulatory challenges enables him to obtain justice and financial relief for those profoundly affected.
Plane Crash Litigation
Aviation accidents often have tragic consequences. Robby investigates potential causes—including pilot error, equipment failure, or negligent maintenance—and sues all liable entities to secure meaningful compensation for victims and their families.
Traumatic Brain Injury Advocacy
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can require extensive, specialized medical attention, especially when they affect newborns during birth. Robby fights to secure the financial resources necessary for comprehensive treatment, ongoing rehabilitation, and adaptive care.
Drunk Driving Accident Cases
When drivers choose to operate vehicles under the influence, the outcome can be catastrophic. Robby aggressively represents individuals and families harmed by drunk driving, working to hold intoxicated drivers—and sometimes the establishments that overserved them—financially responsible.
Motorcycle Accident Representation
Motorcyclists face heightened risks on the road, and collisions frequently result in severe injuries. Robby understands these unique dangers and advocates for high-value settlements or judgments that cover medical bills, lost wages, and long-term rehabilitative care.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accident Claims
Pedestrians and cyclists struck by vehicles often suffer grave injuries or fatalities. Robby pursues significant compensation from at-fault drivers and any other negligent parties, helping clients secure funds for intensive medical interventions and protracted recovery periods.
Boating and Watercraft Accident Cases
With North Carolina’s abundant waterways, boating accidents can become dire. Robby represents clients facing severe harm or wrongful death stemming from negligence, equipment malfunctions, or regulatory violations on the water, seeking the maximum possible recovery.
Roadway Defects and Construction Zone Accidents
Unsafe road conditions and negligent construction-zone practices can lead to life-altering collisions. Robby has the experience to bring high-value claims against entities like the NCDOT, navigating both court proceedings and the North Carolina Industrial Commission to secure substantial awards.
Wrongful Death Representation
When the unthinkable happens—such as a fatal car accident, catastrophic medical mistake, or deadly crime—Robby provides steadfast support to grieving families. His objective is to deliver a sense of justice and financial stability by holding all responsible parties accountable.
Medical Malpractice Litigation
Major medical errors, including surgical mistakes or severe misdiagnoses, have devastating consequences. Robby pursues compensation against health care providers that reflects the gravity of these injuries.
Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse Cases
Vulnerable seniors can sustain catastrophic harm when facilities fail in their duty of care. Robby demands accountability from nursing homes and caretakers who inflict or allow egregious neglect or abuse, helping families secure resources to protect and support their loved ones.
Bar Admissions
Supreme Court of the United States
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
United States District Court – Eastern District of North Carolina
United States District Court – Middle District of North Carolina
United States District Court – Western District of North Carolina
North Carolina Supreme Court
North Carolina Court of Appeals
All North Carolina Superior & District Courts
Professional Affiliations
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
National Crime Victims Bar Association
American Association for Justice
North Carolina Bar Association
Wake County Bar Association
