Atty. Derek Matthew Hays

Atty. Derek Matthew Hays

Mr. Derek Matthew Hays is a lawyer practicing personal injury, car or automobile accidents, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law.

Lawrenceville Lawrenceville 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Matthew Hays at a glance

Derek Matthew Hays is an Attorney based in Lawrenceville, Georgia, practicing at Derek Hays Injury Law. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1997). Educated at John Marshall University (J.D., 1996) and University of Alabama (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Lawrenceville, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derek Matthew Hays is a lawyer practicing personal injury, car or automobile accidents, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Derek practices at Derek Hays Injury Law in Lawrenceville, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Matthew Hays's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Matthew Hays handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Derek Matthew Hays is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Georgia →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Derek Matthew Hays is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Georgia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Derek Matthew Hays is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Derek Matthew Hays is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Derek Matthew Hays is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lawrenceville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Matthew Hays

Where is Derek Matthew Hays's law office located?
Derek Matthew Hays's law practice is located in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The firm is Derek Hays Injury Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Matthew Hays handle?
Derek Matthew Hays focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Derek Matthew Hays practiced law?
Derek Matthew Hays has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Derek Matthew Hays go to law school?
Derek Matthew Hays earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Derek Matthew Hays for a consultation?
You can contact Derek Matthew Hays directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Derek Matthew Hays received?
Derek Matthew Hays's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall University
- 1996
B.A.
University of Alabama
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1997

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