Atty. Richard Wayne Hay

Atty. Richard Wayne Hay

Richard Wayne Hay is a lawyer practicing products liability, personal injury, medical malpractice. Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Somerset Somerset 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Wayne Hay at a glance

Richard Wayne Hay is a Member based in Somerset, Kentucky, practicing at Hay & Knight, PLLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1981) and University of Kentucky (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Somerset, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Wayne Hay is a lawyer practicing products liability, personal injury, medical malpractice
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Richard practices at Hay & Knight, PLLC in Somerset, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Wayne Hay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Wayne Hay handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

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

Richard Wayne Hay is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Kentucky →

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.

Richard Wayne Hay is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Product Liability

Richard Wayne Hay is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Somerset are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Wayne Hay

Where is Richard Wayne Hay's law office located?
Richard Wayne Hay's law practice is located in Somerset, Kentucky. The firm is Hay & Knight, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Wayne Hay handle?
Richard Wayne Hay focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Richard Wayne Hay practiced law?
Richard Wayne Hay has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Richard Wayne Hay go to law school?
Richard Wayne Hay earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Richard Wayne Hay for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Wayne Hay 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 Richard Wayne Hay received?
Richard Wayne Hay's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1981
B.S.
University of Kentucky
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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