Richard E Hayber
Hayber Law Firm • Hartford, CT
Employment & LaborEmployment LawPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
rhayber@hayberlawfirm.com
Phone
(860) 791-1294
Address
Hartford, CT, US
Professional
About
**Richard E. Hayber, Attorney at Law** **Location:** Hartford, CT **Firm:** Hayber Law Firm **Practice Areas:** Employment Law, Personal Injury Attorney Richard E. Hayber is a dedicated advocate for employees throughout Connecticut, specializing in employment law and personal injury cases. With a steadfast commitment to protecting the rights of hardworking individuals, Attorney Hayber focuses on addressing serious workplace injustices, including wrongful termination, discrimination, workplace harassment, and disputes over unpaid wages and commissions. His mission is clear: to empower employees and safeguard their careers against unlawful employer practices. Bringing a wealth of experience, Richard has represented clients from diverse occupations, ranging from waitstaff and custodians to teachers and corporate executives. His unique ability to connect with clients and understand their challenges stems from his innate passion for standing up for the underdog—a quality that has defined his legal career. Inspired by personal experiences and the resilience of his clients, he embodies the belief that advocacy is essential in the face of adversity. “I have always stood up for people in my life,” Richard recalls, reflecting on a formative moment in high school when he challenged a bullying coach. This commitment to speaking out continues to fuel his practice today. A former client's reminder of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s powerful words, "Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter," resonates deeply with him and serves as a guiding principle in his work. Richard E. Hayber is a proud graduate of Trinity College in Hartford and the University of Connecticut School of Law. He is an active member of the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) and the Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association (CELA), further demonstrating his dedication to advancing employee rights. For compassionate and effective legal representation in employment law and personal injury matters, clients can trust Richard Hayber to advocate fiercely on their behalf.
About Employment & Labor Law
Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.
Credentials
Education
1992 University of Connecticut School of Law Juris Doctor 1985 Trinity College Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2013 Super Lawyer, Connecticut Super Lawyers 2012 Client's Choice - Employment Law, AVVO 2012 Super Lawyer, Connecticut Super Lawyers 2011 Super Lawyer, Connecticut Super Lawyers
Publications
2014 CTpost.com Court tells Daily Voice to pay up! 2011 Connecticut Bar Association, Labor and Employment Quarterly EMPLOYMENT CLASS ACTIONS IN THE WAKE OF AT&T MOBILITY, LLC V. CONCEPCION – HAS THE RUMOR OF THEIR DEMISE BEEN GREATLY EXAGGERATED? 2008 Connecticut Law Tribune More Employers must follow ADA policy 2008 Connecticut Law Tribune Employers must discuss possible accommodations with more workers 2008 Compensation Quarterly Accommodating the Claimant's Permanent Restrictions, Is There a Duty?
Associations
2005 - 2008 Hartford County Bar Association Committee Member 2001 - 2008 National Employment Lawyers Assocation Member 2001 - 2008 Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association Member 1992 - 2008 Connecticut Bar Association Member
Speaking
2018 Roundtable Discussion Model Rule 8.4 Model Rule of Professional Conduct 8.4 2013 CELA's Wage and Hour Meeting The Basics and Recent Developments of Wage/Hour Law 2013 2013 Labor and Employment Law Conference Wage and Hour Litigation 2010 The Rise in Wage / Hour Litigation The Rise in Wage / Hour Litigation 2010 Connecticut Bar Association Annual Meeting The Practice of Labor and Employment Law in the Current Economy:
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Updated: May 25, 2026