Helping Our Injured Chattanooga Neighbors Since 1992
We’re Jay and Brent, and we have over 60 years of combined legal experience between the two of us. Our team of 11 attorneys at The McMahan Law Firm in Chattanooga is dedicated to protecting the rights of those badly hurt by another's negligence. Let us answer your questions, guide you through complex legal processes, and help you seek compensation for your injuries and losses.
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No Fee Unless We Win For You!
The Help
You Need
Many of our clients are at some of the hardest points in their lives. The McMahan Law Firm aims to provide support and answers to those in Tennessee and northwest Georgia who need it most, which is why our initial consultations are free of charge. We also never charge fees unless we win a case. You do not have to forgo competent legal services due to a difficult financial situation.
The Experience
You Deserve
Our Chattanooga personal injury law firm is made up of seasoned litigators with a diverse range of legal experience. After listening to the details of your particular case, we will let you know what options you may have to recover your losses. If you have a valid claim, we will find the right catastrophic injury attorney to partner with you and tip the scales toward fair compensation for your injuries.
A Reputation You
Can Count On
The McMahan Law Firm is Chattanooga’s largest personal injury law firm and Tennessee’s largest Social Security law firm with a real office, real lawyers, and real results—not a name on a door. Since we were founded over 30 years ago, we have been committed to bringing justice to personal injury claims. We have helped hundreds of clients win millions in settlements. Insurance adjusters know who we are, and their fight is over when we take on the case.
The McMahan Law Firm in Chattanooga
Whether you were hurt in an auto accident, injured on someone else’s property, lost a loved one too soon, or need help applying for benefits like SSDI or workers’ comp, you deserve a dedicated, trustworthy partner on your side to help you in your legal journey. The Insiders at The McMahan Law Firm in Chattanooga are here to advocate for your rights. It’s our mission to seek every dollar you could be owed for your medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering. We’ll go over every detail of your case with you, making sure nothing is missed, and we’ll guide you through this process to the very end.
Don’t wait to get the legal help you need. Get Jay and Brent on your case today. We’ll review your case, offering our professional legal advice on how to move forward, and we won’t charge you a penny unless you receive a settlement!
Choose Board Certified—Not Just Billboard
Advertising can make a law firm familiar, but it doesn’t tell you whether an attorney has demonstrated advanced qualifications in civil trial law. Board certification does.
Jay Kennamer, Brent Burks, and Herbert Thornbury are Board Certified Civil Trial Specialists through the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Board certification is voluntary and requires qualifications beyond those needed to practice law. Certification standards include substantial involvement in the practice area, peer review, additional legal education, and a written examination.
For an injured client, this distinction provides meaningful information when choosing a lawyer. It shows that an attorney’s civil trial knowledge and experience have been evaluated through an independent certification process—not simply described in an advertisement.
Why Trial Experience Matters Even If Your Case Settles
Many personal injury cases settle without a trial, but the strength of a settlement claim depends partly on whether the legal team is prepared to take the case further. Insurance companies evaluate the evidence, the damages, and the risk they would face if a lawsuit proceeds.
A board-certified civil trial attorney can prepare the case with that possibility in mind from the beginning. This may include preserving evidence, interviewing witnesses, documenting future losses, working with qualified professionals, and developing a clear account of how the catastrophic injury changed the client’s life.
Board certification doesn’t guarantee a particular result. It does, however, help injured people identify attorneys who have met recognized standards in civil trial advocacy.
The McMahan Law Firm’s Personal Injury Team
Chattanooga’s Most Prolific Plaintiff Law Firm
According to the Tennessee Jury Verdict Reporter covering the last 17 years.
Our Results Speak For Themselves!
The Personal Injury Claims Process in Tennessee
Filing a lawsuit for a personal injury claim with The McMahan Law Firm involves several steps to make sure your rights are protected and you receive fair compensation:
- Get a Free Case Review: We start by offering you a free case review to understand the details of your situation. If you are eligible to file a Tennessee personal injury claim, we will get to work immediately on your case.
- Gather Evidence and Build Your Case: Your attorney collaborates with you to gather evidence, including medical records, witness statements, and other relevant documentation that proves the losses you’ve suffered due to the other person’s reckless or careless behavior.
- Negotiate Fair Compensation: We skillfully negotiate with the insurance company to secure the fair compensation you may deserve for your injuries and losses.
- Take Your Case to Court (if Necessary): If a fair settlement cannot be reached through negotiation, we are prepared to take your case to court to advocate for your rights.
- Receive Your Settlement: Finally, you are offered your settlement and your attorney will give their legal advice on what you may choose to do. Accepting or denying the settlement will always be your decision. We even stick by your side to be sure your check comes on time.
An Insurance Claim Denial Is Not the End of the Road
Insurance claim denials can be common and disheartening, but they are not the final verdict. It’s important to remember that you have the option to appeal a denied claim. Time is of the essence, though–if you’ve received a claim denial, you have a limited time to file an appeal. Contact The McMahan Law Firm in Chattanooga to find out whether appealing a denied insurance claim is the right option for you.
Jay and Brent Are on YOUR Side
When it comes to getting the compensation you need to move forward, The Insiders at The McMahan Law Firm in Chattanooga have one clear goal: to seek the maximum settlement amount for every loss you’ve suffered. Having experienced personal injury attorneys like Jay and Brent on your side puts your case in a much better position to be awarded the maximum compensation than if you tried to face the insurance companies on your own. Our attorneys will be by your side every step of the way as they fight tooth and nail for justice and your full and fair settlement.
We are on a mission to protect the rights of the people of Chattanooga, Cleveland, Calhoun, and Dalton, so if you were injured in Tennessee or Georgia, get in touch today. Let us be your friend, ally, and local advocate for justice.