Carole Jean Hayes
About Carole
Biography
Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC is concerned about QUALITY not QUANTITY. We provide experienced and aggressive legal representation for people who have been injured. We are a small Law Firm that truly cares about individuals who have been hurt through no fault of their own. Call Carole at for a free consultation.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
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Licensed in South Carolina for 35 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1990
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Location
Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC
870 Cleveland St, Ste 2 D, Greenville, SC, 29601-4428
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Carole Jean Hayes's Reviews
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38 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Meredith | July 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Kind hearted and Aggressive!
I was injured on my job. My claim was denied, I was loosing income and doctor bills were piling up. I was referred to Carole by my neighbor who had used her for a car accident. Best advice I ever took! I got reimbursed for all of my expenses. We had many meetings together researching my doctors findi...
Carole Hayes
Replied last July 02, 2020Thank you for your review. I care because I got to know you as we went through the process together! I care because I realize how blessed I am to be in a position to actually be able to help people who have been wronged and injured. This is not a "job" to me; my profession is my life!
Posted by Della | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Awesome Attorney!!!
Carole Hayes was recommended to me by someone in NYC, for my workman compensation case, and she did not disappoint!!! Carole is a hard working attorney as well as compassionate. Carole kept me posted from beginning to the end. Outcome was extremely favorable!!!
Carole Hayes
Replied last October 23, 2018Thank you my friend! I will be here if you ever need anything in the future!
Posted by Adam | June 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Thank you Carole
When I hired Carole for my workmanship comp. case, I had no idea what I was doing. Being as this is hopefully my ONLY w/c case I'll ever go through! She put my anxiety to rest and made sense out of what was for me, a very confusing process. She worked hard on my case and it all turned out for the bes...
Carole Hayes
Replied last June 05, 2017Thank you Adam! We got through the process together, with small, successful steps!!
Posted by Tonya D | June 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Compassionation,Quality and Professional
I was looking for a lawyer... And i got the best one ... Thank you God for Mrs. Carole Hayes. I hired. Carole Hayes to represent me in a workman comp case. The moment i meet her i knew she would fight hard , get the job done and get me what i needed. She has went way beyond being just a lawyer. Mrs ...
Carole Hayes
Replied last June 05, 2017Thank you Tonya for the very kind words. I will always be here should you ever need anything.
Posted by Anjenette | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Goes the Extra Mile
My work denied my workers comp claim. I contacted Carole Hayes for assistance. The Hayes Law Firm team responded immediately and provided detailed steps I needed to take. During this time I had medical bills piling up and her team worked with the doctors to make a payment plan until workers comp w...
Carole Hayes
Replied last March 23, 2016Thank you so very much. If you ever have any questions, just give me a call. Even if I don't handle what you need, I will be more than happy to make you a referral.
Carole Jean Hayes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. she is a great individual and an exceptional attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer who is very knowledge in the areas of worker's compensation."
"Carole is a strong personal injury lawyer who is always ethical and has the best interests of her clients at heart. I recommend her for personal injury cases."
"I am happy to endorse Carole Hayes. She is a staunch advocate for the injured worker. She goes the extra mile to achieve a favorable result for her clients. She is certainly not afraid to face down an aggressive insurance defense attorney."
"I am a fan of Carole Hayes. She is knowledgeable about the law and experienced and passionate about representing her client's interests. She is a well respected member of the bar and an excellent attorney. We have worked together on different matters for 25 years, and I highly recommend her."
"I have known Carole for many years. She is always professional and a pleasure to work with. She has a great deal of experience handling workers' compensation claims."
"I would not hesitate to recommend Carole Hayes' services as a personal injury attorney. She is experienced, aggressive, diplomatic and learned in her field."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known her for over 20 years and she is one of the best lawyers in town. She is professional, thorough, and very intelligent. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carol is a very intelligent, aggressive, and compassionate attorney that works tirelessly to make sure her client gets everything they are entitled to under the law. She never puts her interest before her clients."
"Carole is a fantastic and highly experienced attorney. She fights extremely hard for her clients and knows their legal rights inside and out. I give her my highest recommendation."
"Carole is an outstanding advocate for injured workers. I have observed her work . She is an aggressive, skilled and compassionate lawyer. I recommend her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. You can trust Carole to be knowledgeable, caring, and well prepared."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1987
Graduated "With Distinction", George Mason University
1987
Alpha Chi, George Mason University
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Attorney, Hayes Law Firm
1989 - 1989
Law Clerk to Chancellor Judge Lewis, Shelby County General Sessions Court
Associations
2016 - Present
Federal Bar Association
2005 - Present
Martindale-HubbellBV
1997 - Present
Injured Workers' Advocates
1990 - Present
South Carolina Bar Association
1990 - Present
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Confidential Settlement
$500,000.00
$240,000.00 with life time medical benefits
$600,000.00
$201,000.00 with life time medical treatment
Education
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Sociology
Languages
English
Activity
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Sedgwick sent a settlement offer to close claim for my work related injury, what are my next steps?
10 Mar 2026
I broke my foot on the job, because of their neglect to fix the issue, I was wondering if I could sue the job ?
21 Jun 2024
13%impairment but I can only lift 7lbs?
21 Jun 2024