Federal Jury Awards Former Putnam County Worker $333,349 Over Service Dog Retaliation Claim
Verdict follows four-day trial in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee (case number 2:24-cv-00083) alleging retaliatory discharge over a request to bring a certified service dog to work. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Aug. 31, 2026) — Gary Massey Injury Lawyers, [...]
Tennessee’s Motorcycle Helmet Laws: How Non-Compliance Affects a Claim
Most motorcyclists are aware that Tennessee requires helmets, but few realize the significant impact this choice can have on the outcome of a crash. Tennessee law mandates helmet use for all motorcycle riders and passengers, regardless of age or experience. While the [...]
Falls in TN Nursing Homes: When Is It Negligence and Who Is Responsible?
You trusted a nursing home to keep your loved one safe, but now they’re in the hospital with a broken hip after a fall. Was it just an accident, or was it preventable? Research indicates that nearly half of nursing home residents [...]
Gary Massey Injury Lawyers Helps Secure Astounding $3.3 Million Verdict
In 2024, Gary Massey Injury Lawyers played a critical role as co-counsel in a complex medical malpractice case that resulted in a significant In 2024, Gary Massey Injury Lawyers worked as part of a legal team in a complex medical malpractice case [...]
PRESS RELEASE: Gary Massey Injury Lawyers Secures $8.5 Million Whistleblower Victory
Chattanooga Law Firm Wins Substantial Settlement for Former Healthcare Worker in Retaliation Case Chattanooga, Tenn. (Aug 06, 2025) — Gary Massey Injury Lawyers is pleased to announce a significant legal victory in Knox County Circuit Court—an $8,565,833 jury award for a former [...]
Truck Accidents on I-24 and I-75: Maximizing Your Compensation
Interstates 24 and 75 keep Chattanooga’s economy moving with daily commercial traffic, but they’re also among the region’s most dangerous roads for truck accidents. Between the heavy traffic, high speeds, and nonstop flow of 18-wheelers, these roads have become hotspots for serious [...]
How to Stay Safe as a Motorcyclist During Tennessee’s Peak Tourism Season
Every summer, Tennessee’s scenic roads and top tourist spots fill with vacationers, but for motorcyclists, that means more traffic, distractions, and risk. While tourism boosts the local economy, it also increases the chances of dangerous situations on the road, especially near hot [...]
What Types of Compensation Can I Get for My Truck Accident-Related Injuries?
When a semi-truck crashes, the impact can be catastrophic, especially for people in smaller vehicles. Unfortunately, these crashes are all too common, including in the Volunteer State. In 2022, the Tennessee Highway Patrol reported 14,130 truck crashes, which amounts to 1 in [...]
Why You Should Avoid Talking About Your Car Accident Case on Social Media
Sharing updates about your life on social media is second nature for many people. But if you’ve been in a car accident, those seemingly harmless posts can seriously damage your personal injury claim. At Gary Massey Injury Lawyers, our Chattanooga car accident [...]
Who Can I Sue After Being Injured in a Crash With a Semi-Truck?
When a semi-truck crash causes serious injury, most people assume the truck driver is the only one at fault. Distracted driving, risky maneuvers, or driving while tired are all major causes of truck accidents, but liability in these cases often extends much [...]
What Are My Options for Compensation After a Hit-and-Run in Chattanooga?
Getting hit by another driver is stressful enough. But the situation becomes even more overwhelming when that driver speeds off without stopping. You’re left injured, shaken, and unsure of what to do next. You don’t know who hit you. You don’t have [...]
What To Know About Accidents Involving Out-of-State Semi-Trucks
Highways and interstates around Chattanooga see a constant stream of semi-trucks transporting goods across state lines. Dubbed Freight Alley, the city sits at the crossroads of I-24 and I-75, with more than 33 million tons of freight expected to pass through by [...]
