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We have recovered millions and millions for our clients. Our firm handles injury and death cases involving tractor trailers and buses nationally, and a select number of other serious injury cases in Tennessee, Georgia and Washington. We are frequently hired by other law firms as consultants in accidents involving commercial vehicles. The lawyers in my firm have decades of experience handling tractor trailer, dump truck, logging truck, delevery truck, bus, car and motorcycle cases, as well as suing drunk drivers and the bars that serve them. We frequently handle wrongful death cases and cases involving amputations, brain damage, and spinal cord injuries to include paralysis.
Morgan Adams is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, has repeatedly been selected as a Mid-South SuperLawyer. a LawDragon 500 Finalist, and has been selected as one of the top 100 trial lawyers in the State of Tennessee since 2008. He has the highest lawyer rating (AV) from Martindale Hubbell.
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36 years | 419 cases
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2012
Morgan Adams is an amazing well-spoken Lawyer. From day one he kept my family and I inform about everything that would take place and that needed to be done. We also received follow up letters to confirm what was said. The entire case was dealt with respect and privacy, the firm never missed a beat. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 7, 2012
My Mom was rear-ended by a tractor trailer. The insurance company said they would take care of us and nothing happened. We hired Morgan and he found out how bad the trucking company was, proof the truck driver was speeding, proof the company destroyed vital evidence, and proof my Mom had a brain in...
Posted by JoAnn | August 2, 2011
Great truck accident lawyer. My husband was killed by a dump truck and I really apprecaited the kindness and compassion shown by Mr. Adams. He had an incredible presentation and taught the defense lawyer things about why his trucking company was responsible for the wreck. We ended up getting everythi...
Posted by anonymous | August 3, 2010
Down to earth, never talkedabove meand gave me great advice. Everything he told me came true and I will absolutely use him again for any problems I have.
Posted by Robert | June 30, 2010
I have already recommended Mr. Adams to my friends. I was extremely pleased with the speed with which my case was handled and the outcome. I was in a car wreck that will require surgery and Morgan got me the money to take care of my bills and the future surgery. I highley recommend anyone that needs ...
"Morgan is a fantastic lawyer. He has total expertise of the subject matter, and works his files harder than almost any lawyer I know. I worked with him closely on a complicated trucking accident wrongful death case, and he continually came up with excellent ideas throughout. As former chair of the truck lawyer litigation group for AAJ, I can say without reservation that Morgan is one of the brightest truck accident lawyers in the country."
"Morgan is a very intelligent, hard working lawyer and a fierce advocate for his clients. He is one of the foremost experts in the United States regarding interstate trucking law and regulations. I highly recommend him."
"Morgan Adams is a first rate lawyer who gives everything he has to his clients. I have lectured with him at Trial Lawyers seminars and have worked with him on trucking cases. He is constantly striving to do his best for his clients and has gotten great results. He is one of the best trucking lawyers in the country."
"Morgan is an outstanding advocate for his clients. His success in helping those critically injured or killed due to the negligence of others is known throughout the state of Tennessee."
"I endorse Morgan without hesitation. I contacted him on a complex trucking matter for his thoughts. He took 45 minutes with me on the phone and we discussed it in detail. While he basically assured me that my value on the case was correct, it was reassuring to hear it from Morgan. I later settled that trucking death case at pre-trial mediation for 2.85 million. This endorsement is the least I can do to say thank you for that time."
"I endorse this lawyer. Morgan is one of the best Trucking Lawyers in the Country. I have talked to him on several occations about my trucking cases he always has great advice and ideas."
"Morgan Adams handles truck wreck cases with passion, caring, and brilliance. He takes on difficult cases, actually seemingly impossible cases, and wins. I recommend him without reservation."
"Morgan and I have the unsual experience, despite practicing law in different states, of having shared the same wonderful law clerk, Jacquie. We also belong to some of the same organizations and both participate on listserves which also gives me some insight into Morgan's qualities and legal acumen. From all of this, I have come to the opinion that Morgan is probably one of the best trucking attorneys in the Southeast. If I have ever have a significant case that I need help with, his phone for assistance is one of the first calls I would make."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Morgan has distinguished himself as the “go to“ lawyer in trucking law. He lives it and breaths it. He works hard and is a family man. His heart is in the right place and you can’t go wrong by working with Morgan as a lawyer or a client."
"Morgan is an excellent lawyer. He has an awesome reputation among lawyers. He is a top shelf "trucking" attorney. Morgan generously gives freely of his time publishing articles for lawyer and bogging for the public. He is dedicated to helping people. He offers free consults and answers question on AVVO. His skill is reflected in his AVVO rating of 10! He is active in helping his community and with bar associations and trial organizations. He has served his country as an officer in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. He is a great person. I lend him my personal endorsement. Howard Spiva www.spivalaw.com"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have consulted with Morgan on my cases due to his expertise as a litigator. I have also learned new skills from Morgan when I listened to his seminar presentations. Morgan has excellent ideas and unique knowledge of certain issue, and is deserving of the highest rating."
"Mr. Adams is a zealous advocate for his clients and has become preeminent in the area of trucking litigation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have been in close association with Mr. Adams in the area of trucking litigation. I have benefitted from his experience in the field and am certain that his knowledge will greatly assist his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Morgan for many years and consider him to be among the best in his field. He is extermely knowedlgeable, selfless, and committed to his clients. You will not make a mistake having Morgan on your side."
"I have known Morgan for several years and have had the opportunity to work with him on seminars, case evaluations, and other legal projects. He is an extremely talented attorney with the knowledge, skills, and committment to serve his clients well. Morgan deeply believes in every case he handles, and he brings passion and enthusiasm to every case he undertakes."
"Morgan and I have collaborated on a number of national projects and cases in the trucking arena. He is an exceptional lawyer, always striving to stay on the cutting edge. He is totally dedicated to doing the best possible job for his clients. I highly endorse him."
"I first met Morgan when we attended a seminar together in Wyoming. I was immediately impressed, particularly by the fact that Morgan is always looking for ways to improve his knowledge of the law and skill in the courtroom. He has written extensively on the topic of truck wrecks and litigation, and brings his military discipline to his practice of law. Because of his superlative reputation, he is frequently asked to speak and teach other lawyers how to obtain the success he accomplishes regularly for his clients. Morgan continually searches for new ways to win his client’s cases, and I can state unequivocally that Morgan is the top lawyer in Tennessee handling trucking accident cases."
"I know Morgan from our mutual professional memberships and attendance at Advanced Continuing Legal Education courses around the country. Morgan is an excellent attorney who constantly strives to do better work for his clients. This tireless persistence pays off in results for his clients. Of equal importance, Morgan is honest and cares as deeply about his impeccable reputation as he does about the integrity of our profession. I endorse Morgan Adams without reservation."
"Morgan is extremely knowledgeable in the area of trucking accidents. We have given lectures to other attorneys together and worked on a trucking death case together. I am impressed by Morgan's attention to detail. He's quick to respond and a very likeable guy."
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Board Certified in Civil Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2014
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2013
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2012
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2011
LawDragon 500 National Finalist, LawDragon
2011
Top 100 Lawyers in Tennessee, The National Trial Lawyers
2010
Top 100 Plaintiff Lawyer, The American Trial Lawyers Association
2010
Wiedemann Wysocki Award, American Association of Justice
2010
LawDragon 500 National Finalist, LawDragon
2009
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2009
Top 100 Plaintiff Lawyer, The American Trial Lawyers Association
2009
MidSouth SuperLawyer for Personal Injury (Trucking), Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Top 100 Plaintiff Lawyer, The American Trial Lawyers Association
2008
MidSouth SuperLawyer for Personal Injury (Trucking), SuperLawyer
2007
Life Membership, Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America
2016 - 2016
Owner, Seattle Truck Law
1995 - 1997
Litigation Partner, Hatfield, VanCleave, Akers & Adams
1985 - 2006
Lieutenant Colonel, United States Marine Corps Reserve
2016 - Present
Academy of Truck Accident AttorneysBoard of Regents
2010 - Present
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
2007 - Present
Academy of Trial AdvocacyMember
2006 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2006 - Present
Melvin M. Belli SocietyMember
2005 - Present
The Taos GroupMember
2004 - Present
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Tennessee Trial Lawyers AssociationLife Member
1989 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1989 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
Academy of Truck Accident AttorneysPresident
2017 - 2018
Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group, American Association for JusticeVice Chair
2016 - 2017
American Association for JusticeTraumatic Brain Injury Litgation Group - Secretary
2015 - 2016
American Association for Justice, Traumatic Brain Injuries Litigation GroupTreasurer
2015 - 2016
American Association for JusticeChair - Bus Litigation Group
2009 - 2010
AAJ Interstate Trucking Litigation GroupChairman
2009 - 2011
American Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
2008 - 2012
The Justices Ray L. Brock, Jr.-Robert E. Cooper American Inns of CourtMember
2007 - 2010
Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaInner Circle
2002 - 2015
Tennessee Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
2002 - 2003
Chattanooga Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
1994 - 2006
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Resolved for over $2 million
Cases resolved for county record of $6.8 Million
Restitution was limited, by the Tennessee Law on recovery of non-economic damages, to $1,500,000
Case resolved after several meditations for $1,500,000
$18.7 Million Dollar Verdict
Settled for $5 Million Dollars
$9,250,000 - Record Verdict - State of Tennessee
Case resolved for $810,000, allowing lifetime income and a paid for house for my client.
Highest Settlement for a mild traumatic brain injury in Smith County, Tennessee
The Judge Granted The Plaintiffs Summary Judgment
Significant Confidential Settlement
1.05 Million dollar recovery for client.
Signifcant Confidential Settlement
Brain Injured Client Recovers in Trucking Case.
Sideswiped by a Tractor Trailer, Clients Recover
Hired by another lawyer to handle a trucking case.
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1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Investigating the Trucking Case
2013
Rules and Standards in Truck Accident Cases
2013
Cross Examination of the Truck Driver and Safety Director at Trial
2013
Trying Cases Out of State
2013
When a Million Isnt Enough - Broker and Shipper Liability
2013
The Records Custodian Deposition
2013
Trucking Litigation for the Careful Lawyer
2013
What Every Car Wreck Lawyer Needs to Know About a Truck Wreck Case
2013
Investigating the Case
2012
Daubert in the Offense
2012
Finding all the Defendants - and Insurance - in Trucking Cases
2012
Using Focus Groups in Trucking Cases
2012
Elderly and Pediatric Brain Injuries
2012
50 Critical Trucking Litigation Tips
2012
Daubert in Personal Injury Cases
2011
Various Presentations on Trucking Litigation
2011
Black Box and Event Data Recorders in Truck Accident Cases
2011
What Every Car Wreck Lawyer Needs to Know About a Truck Wreck Case
2011
Advantages of Limiting Your Practice to One Area: Trucking Litigation
2011
Critical Issues in Trucking Litigation
2010
Comprehensive Safety Analysis (CSA) 2010 and the Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) in Trucking Litigation
2010
20 Trucking Tips in 20 Minutes
2010
Experts in Trucking Cases
2010
Driver Distraction and Fatigue in Trucking Cases
2010
Rules of the Road in Distracted Driving and Hours of Service Cases
2010
Rolling Computers: Trucking in the 21st Century - Black Boxes, VORAD, Dash-Cams, GPS, and Other Technology Impacting Your Case
2010
MCS-90 Update
2010
The Gen Y Juror
2010
Moderator - Interstate Trucking Litigation
2010
Insurance in Tractor Trailer Cases - A MCS-90 Update
2010
Rules and Regulations Every Truck Lawyer has to Know
2010
CSA 2010 and Electric On Board Recorders in Trucking Cases
2009
Fire and Explosion, Roof Crush, and Truck Rollovers
2009
The Deadliest Truckers - Fatigued Drivers
2009
Examining Trucking Safety Directors
2009
Deposing Trucking Company Safety Directors
2009
What Every Car Wreck Lawyer Needs To Know About Truck Wreck Cases
2009
Cross Examining the Trucking Safety Director
2009
Avoiding Malpractice in Trucking Cases
2009
Referals, Favors, and Malpractice
2009
Moderator - Interstate Trucking Litigation Program
2009
Critical Issues In Trucking Cases
2008
Defense Medical Exams
2008
Tractor Trailer Rollovers - Keep the Shiny Side Up
2008
Essential Documents to Discover in a Trucking Case
2007
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
2007
The Truck Driver's Deposition
2006
Federal Motor Carrier Regulations in Tractor Trailer Collisions
2006
Cross Examination of the Trucking Company Safety Director
2005
The Basic Trucking Case
2005
Trucking Litigation Basics
2005
Advanced Trial Advocacy
2004
Advanced Workers Compensation In Tennessee
2003
The Average Weekly Wage in Worker's Compensatioon Cases
2002
Trial Practice Seminar
2001
How to Litigate Your First Civil Trial in Tennessee
1999
Trying the Soft Tissue Case
1999
Trying the Automobile Injury Case in Tennessee
1998
Trying The Wrongful Death Case
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