Steve Hayes, J.D. — Founder & Managing Attorney

Compassion • Commitment • Creativity • Personal Attention

Steve Hayes is a seasoned Charlotte personal injury attorney and workers’ compensation lawyer with over three decades of trial experience. Born in Winston-Salem, NC, in 1965, Steve has dedicated his career to advocating for accident victims throughout North and South Carolina.

Education & Early Career

• J.D., Campbell University School of Law (1991)

• B.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro (1988)

• Contributing author: Chapter on Ad Valorem Taxation, Minister’s Legal Desk Reference

Steve launched his practice in Charlotte in August 1991, focusing on personal injury litigation, workers’ compensation claims, and catastrophic injury cases.

Bar Admissions & Professional Associations

• Licensed to practice in North Carolina, South Carolina, and all federal courts

• American Bar Association

• North Carolina Bar Association

• South Carolina Bar Association

• Association of Trial Lawyers of America

• North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers

• South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association

• Mecklenburg Trial Lawyers Association

• Mecklenburg Medical Legal Society

His extensive bar memberships and leadership roles underscore Steve’s commitment to staying at the forefront of trial advocacy and legal innovation.

Practice Areas & Expertise

• Motor Vehicle Accidents: Car, motorcycle, and truck collisions

• Construction & On-the-Job Accidents: Skilled representation for workplace injuries and OSHA violations

• Wrongful Death Claims: Compassionate counsel for families coping with catastrophic loss

• Catastrophic Injuries: Advocacy for clients facing life-altering medical challenges

• Workers’ Compensation: Securing medical benefits, wage replacement, and vocational rehabilitation

Steve’s hands-on trial experience and in-depth knowledge of North Carolina’s contributory negligence rules make him a fierce advocate for fair compensation.

Recognition

Personal & Community Involvement

Steve is married to Jordan Denton Hayes and is a proud father to Ella, Gabriel, Madelyn, and Lillian. Outside the courtroom, he is actively involved in:

• Legal education and mentorship through the Mecklenburg Medical Legal Society

• Community outreach programs focused on traffic safety and injury prevention

• Local bar association events and pro bono clinics

Contact Information

For trusted, results-driven legal representation, contact Steve Hayes and the Charlotte NC Car Accident Lawyers Group:
Phone: 980-239-2275
Address: 7421 Carmel Executive Park Drive, STE 212, Charlotte, NC 28226
Website: charlottenccaraccidentlawyers.com

Whether you’ve been injured in a car crash, on the job, or in any accident caused by negligence, Steve Hayes and his team provide the personal attention, trial-tested expertise, and compassionate guidance you deserve.