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also known as Richard Hastings
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I have written over 10 books on accident and injury law and my articles on mediation, negotiation, and settling cases with insurance companies have been published by the Connecticut Law Tribune and the New York State Trial Lawyers magazine, Bill of Particulars. I have written and produced hundreds of articles and videos on a variety of subjects involving accident and injury law.
One book which I co-authored with a former insurance adjuster called, Adjuster Secrets: Attorney and Adjuster Tips and Techniques The Guarantee Larger Settlements, was sold to personal injury lawyers across the country for as much as $799 a book.
I also teach attorneys across the country on how to get more money for their clients' personal injury cases. Find out why accident and injury lawyers have paid tens of thousands of dollars to learn this information by contacting me today.
I have made it a priority to expand my understanding and command of negotiation and alternative dispute resolution by receiving training from the following institutions and organizations: Teaching Mediation at the Harvard Law School; Advanced Dispute Resolution Training at the University of Windsor Faculty of Law, Toronto, Canada; Advanced Negotiation Training at the Harvard Law School; Advanced Mediation Training at the Quinnipiac University School of Law; Facilitative Mediation Training at the Center for Mediation in Law; Advanced Mediation Training at the Harvard Law School; and Negotiation Training through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Michigan.
I have been named a Connecticut Super Lawyer and a New England Super Lawyer. I have an AV Rating, its highest rating, from Martindale Hubbell and am listed in its Bar Registry of Preeminent Attorneys. I have received many other awards and national recognition that are listed on my profile under awards.
I have collected millions of dollars for my clients in cases including motor vehicle accidents, defective products, wrongful death, dog bite incidents, general accident cases, slip and fall incidents, breach of contract claims, unfair trade practice cases, construction litigation, will contests, and general litigation matters.
I am the author of the books “How to Find a Great Lawyer”, “How to Explode Your Practice”, “Understanding and Improving the Value of Your Personal Injury Case”, " The Crash Course on Personal Injury Claims in Connecticut", "The Crash Course on Child Injury Claims", "The Crash Course on Motorcycle Accident Cases"," The Crash Course on Dog Bite Injury Claims", "The Crash Course of Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest Claims", “What You Need to Know About Connecticut DUI.” I have co-authored the book "A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing" which went to number one on 's insurance category on the book's launch date and "Ready, Aim, Influence" which is an international best seller.
I am a member of the National Academy of Best Selling Authors and am a listed as an expert on America's Premier Experts.
I am a graduate of the University of Connecticut (Business Administration) and Fordham University School of Law.
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42 years
42 years
42 years
Free Consultation
$0 first 60 minutes
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1984
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Posted by Brenda | January 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Have used for 2 accidents and will use again if need be. I have not been disappointed once with anything this office has done. Everyone is amazing.
Posted by Suzanne | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Richard P. Hastings has provided legal support for me and my extended family on multiple occasions — always in a very caring and highly professional manner. His vast knowledge and generous nature are a winning combination.
Posted by kellyD | February 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I was hit by a car in a parking lot and the SUV wheel run over my foot. After 3 broken bones, many back and forth at the hospitals and doctors, almost a year lost of work and a terrible first lawyer; finally I found Richard Hastings Law Firm. They did a wonderful work and got a fantastic settlement ...
Posted by Michael | November 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney
After my accident, I did my due diligence in searching for an attorney to represent me. I picked Richard Hastings to represent me because of numerous positive reviews I have found on internet. And he, indeed, did not disappoint. Outstanding attorney!!! More so because, it was my first time ev...
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Posted by Carla | May 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I considered handling my own car accident case because it seemed relatively straight forward but contacted attorney Richard Hastings for advice. He was able to get me far more than the insurance company offered me. If I have any similar situation in the future, I will immediately contact Attorney Has...
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Mr. Hastings is an exceptionally thoughtful and caring attorney. His concern for the well being of his clients is always fully on display and by the answers he offers on Avvo, it is clear that he has a masterful understanding of the nuances of medical malpractice. I enthusiastically endorse this attorney."
"I endorse Richard Hastings. I've read his answers to AVVO posts over the last year and he gives good advice and sees all the issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hastings provides great advice to those in need. He takes time out of his day to answer questions on AVVO and point people in the right direction."
"Mr. Richard is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered his primary area of practice over the course of his professional experience. His sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of his cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for his services."
"Richard is a fellow PI attorney with an excellent reputation in the legal community. His answers on Avvo are well-reasoned and thoughtful. I would not hesitate to refer all of my Connecticut PI work to him."
"Clear, effective, compassionate - words that best describe attorney Hastings. He is a knowledgeable attorney with great communicative skills and excellent grasp on evidence and law, substance and procedure of personal injury cases. He fully endorse him, without any hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is an excellent lawyer and highly regarded in the legal community for his skill and experience."
"Richard is well known for his advocacy skills and his ability to get the most favorable outcome for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hastings is a fine lawyer with extensive experience in trial law and with wide knowledge about the local area and legal environment. He is responsive to his clients and their needs are his preeminent concern."
"I endorse Mr. Hastings. As evidenced by the number of questions he has answered on Avvo, he has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through his many work experiences that he is a stellar attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I am an attorney who also handles nursing home abuse and neglect cases and can tell you that Mr. Hastings is very knowledgeable in this area of practice"
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in CT, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
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2018 Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
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2018 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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AV Preeminent Peer Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Top Attorneys In Connecticut, Connecticut Magazine
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2017 Client Champion Gold, Martindale-Hubbell
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America's Most Honored Professionals 2017 - Top 1%, Americas Most Honored
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2017 AV Preeminent Attorney - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell
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10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in CT, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
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Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2017, Avvo
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The 200 Outstanding Lawyers of Fairfield County, Fairfield Living
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
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Top 100 Litigation Lawyer in the State of Connecticut for 2016, American Society of Legal Advocates
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AV Preeminent Peer Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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America's Top 100 Attorneys For CT, America's Top 100 Attorneys, LLC
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Nation's Top Attorneys, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2016
"10 Best" Attorneys for CT in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
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10.0/10.0 Rating, AVVO
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Top Lawyers, Fairfield Magazine
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
The 200 Outstanding Lawyers of Fairfield County, Greenwich Magazine
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The 200 Outstanding Lawyers Of Fairfield County, Greenwich Magazine
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals 2016 - Top 1%, Americas Most Honored
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Nation's Top Attorneys, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
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Teaching Negotiation Symposium, Harvard Law School- Program on Negotiation
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"10 Best" Attorneys for CT in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Top Rated Lawyer for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability, Martindale-Hubbell
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Top Lawyers, Greenwich Magazine
2015
Top Lawyers, Westport, Wilton, Weston Magazine
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
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Top Rated Lawyers in Connecticut, Martindale-Hubbell
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Certificate of Completion- Advanced ADR Workshop, Windsor Law School
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40 Hour Mediation Certificate, Quinnipiac Law School Dispute Resolution Center
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"10 Best" Attorneys for CT in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
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AV, Martindale-Hubbell
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers in CT, National Trial Lawyers Association
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Top Lawyers, Greenwich Magazine
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Top Lawyers, Fairfield Magazine
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Top Lawyers, New Canaan Magazine
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Top Lawyers, Stamford Magazine
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Top Lawyers, Westport, Wilton, Weston Magazine
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10.0/10.0 Rating, AVVO
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Top Rated Lawyers, American Lawyer Magazine
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Who's Who in America 2015, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
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America's Most Honored Professionals, The American Registry
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CT Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
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New England Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
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Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
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Business Method Patent Pending, United States Patent and Trademark Office
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AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Top Lawyer, Westport, Weston, Wilton Magazine
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Top Lawyer, Fairfield Magazine
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Top Lawyer, Stamford Magazine
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Top Lawyer, New Canaan Magazine
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Top Lawyer, Greenwich Magazine
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CT Super Lawyer, Law and Politics Magazine
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New England Super Lawyer, Law and Politics Magazine
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Top Rated Lawyers, American Lawyer Magazine
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers in CT, National Trial Lawyers Association
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10.0/10.0 Rating, AVVO
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New York Area's Top Rated Lawyers, ALM
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Lawyer, Fairfield Magazine
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Top Lawyer, Westport, Weston, Wilton Magazine
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Top Lawyer, Stamford Magazine
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Top Lawyer, New Canaan Magazine
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Top Lawyer, Greenwich Magazine
2012
CT Super Lawyer, Law and Politics Magazine
2012
New England Super Lawyer, Law and Politics Magazine
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
New York Area’s Top Rated Lawyers, ALM
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in CT, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
10.0/10.0 Rating, AVVO
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Seller List - #1 Insurance Category, Amazon.com
2011
Member, National Academy of Best Selling Authors
2011
Member- Expert, America's Premier Experts
2011
Law and Politics Magazine, Connecticut Super Lawyers
2011
Connecticut Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2011
New England Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2011
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
10.0/10.0 Rating, AVVO
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Top 3 Published Author in Medical Malpractice Law, Ezine.com
2010
Top 5 Published Author in Personal Injury Law, Ezine.com
2010
Member, Sanford's Who's Who
2010
10.0/10.0 Rating, AVVO
2010
Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Expert Author in Personal Injury Law, Ezine.com
2009
Expert Author in Medical Malpractice Law, Ezine.com
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Certificate of Participation - Advanced Negotiation, Harvard University School of Law - Program on Negotiation
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Certificate of Participation - Mediation Workshop, Harvard University School of Law - Program on Negotiation
2006
Certificate of Participation - Mediation, Center For Mediation in Law
2005
Businessman of the Year Award, National Republican Congressional Committee
2003
Distinguished Toastmaster, Toastmasters International
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1988 - Present
Managing Partner, Hastings, Cohan & Walsh, LLP
1900 - Present
Partner, Hastings, Cohan & Walsh, LLP
1984 - 1988
Associate, Offices of Norman J. Voog
1984 - 1988
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1984 - 1988
Connecticut Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1984 - 1988
American Bar AssociationMember
1984 - 1988
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
$600,000 settlement at pretrial conference
Confidential
Payment of combined policy limits of $500,000
$85,000 lump sum payment
$150,000 lump sum payment
$325,000
Policy limits of $1,000,000
Confidential
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Executive Certificate in Conflict Management
2016
Negotiation for Executives
2015
Certificate Teaching Negotiation
2014
Center on Dispute Resolution Mediation Certificate
2014
Certificate- Advanced Alterntive Dispute Resolution
2008
Advanced Negotiation Certificate
2007
Mediation Training Certificate
2006
Collaborative Mediation Certificate
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JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BS - Bachelor of Science
1979
BA
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Ready, Set, Goals!
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Professional Development
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Effective Presentations
2003
Business Development
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International Speech Contest
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Richard earned significant contribution points in 2018.
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06 Jan 2020
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18 Sep 2018
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01 May 2018
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