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When you’re injured at work, everything changes in an instant — your health, your finances, and your sense of security. At Hayes Law Firm, we understand how overwhelming this time can feel. Attorney Carole Hayes and her team have spent years helping injured workers across Greenville and Upstate South Carolina secure the compensation they need to recover and move forward with confidence.
You shouldn’t have to fight alone. Let us handle the paperwork, the deadlines, and the insurance companies — so you can focus on healing.
Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. Most employers in South Carolina must carry workers’ compensation insurance, which covers:
Unfortunately, the process isn’t always straightforward. Claims can be delayed, denied, or underpaid — often when workers need help most. That’s why it’s crucial to have an experienced advocate like Carole Hayes on your side. She knows the system, the laws, and the tactics insurers use — and she knows how to fight back effectively and compassionately. If you’ve been denied worker’s compensation, Carole Hayes and her team are the workplace accident attorneys’ you need.
Every workplace carries risks — from construction sites to offices. Our dedicated legal team helps clients across a wide range of industries and injury types, including:
If your job caused or contributed to your condition, you may be entitled to benefits—even if the injury built up over time rather than happening in a single accident.
The South Carolina workers’ compensation system provides several types of benefits for injured employees, including:
At Hayes Law Firm, we make sure your benefits reflect the full impact of your injury — not just what the insurance company is willing to offer
Many people wait until something goes wrong before talking to an attorney — but having an advocate early often leads to better results and less stress.
Choosing the right workplace accident attorney can make all the difference in your case. Here’s what sets Attorney Carole Hayes and her team apart:
At Hayes Law Firm, we take pride in offering the personal care of a small firm with the results of a seasoned legal team.
The first step after you have suffered an injury in the workplace is to report the injury immediately. One of the biggest mistakes people make after becoming injured on the job is neglecting to report their injury to their supervisor and have an official Accident Report filed. This Accident Report should include a detailed description of your injury and exactly what you were doing when you become injured. After completing your Accident Report, your employer will contact their Worker’s Compensation insurance provider, file a claim, and schedule an appointment for you to see one of their insurance provider’s approved doctors. Always ask for a copy of your Accident Report and any other documentation surrounding your injury!
Carole Hayes is committed to seeking justice and compensation for members of South Carolina’s working class who have been injured or disabled while on the job. For this reason, all consultations with Carole are completely free and you’ll never pay any attorney’s fees until she resolves your case. Carole’s first priority is, and will always be, your health and fighting to help you win your case!
No. South Carolina’s workers’ compensation system is “no fault,” which means you can receive benefits even if no one caused the injury intentionally. However, if your injury was caused by a third party while you were at work, there may be a third party cause of action. Those actions usually must be handled after the Worker’s Compensation claim has been properly resolved.
Usually, your employer chooses the initial doctor. However, we can help if you need a second opinion or specialist. In the vast majority of our cases, we do secure second opinions regarding permanent restrictions, and limitations in addition to permanent impairment ratings and future medical needs.
It is not uncommon to have a claim denied by an adjuster or an insurance company. That has no impact upon whether or not you have a viable claim. Our team will collect additional evidence and represent you before the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission.
You typically have up to two years from the injury date to file a claim. You are required by statute to give notice of the accident to a superior within 90 days of the accident having happened. There are certainly some caveats to this; however, this is the general rule and the sooner you give notice, the better.
