About Lt. Col. Morgan G.

Morgan G — Adams is a seasoned personal injury attorney specializing in truck and bus accident litigation. He founded Truck Wreck Justice, PLLC, located at 1419 Market Street in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This firm is dedicated to representing victims of serious personal injuries and wrongful deaths resulting from commercial vehicle accidents. In addition to his Tennessee office, Adams operates Seattle Truck Law, PLLC, in Seattle, Washington, extending his services nationally to those affected by such tragedies. Admitted to the Tennessee State Bar in 1989, Adams is known as a leading attorney in his field. He earned his Juris Doctor from Georgia State University College of Law in the same year.

His academic journey began at Bowdoin College, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Affairs in 1985. These educational credentials laid the foundation for his successful legal career — This lets the attorney advocate for his clients. Throughout his career, Adams has achieved numerous accolades that highlight his expertise and commitment to his practice. He is a six-time recipient of the Mid-South Super Lawyers designation and has been recognized as a Top 100 Super Lawyer in Tennessee. In 2012, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association for Justice’s Trucking Litigation Group, marking him as the first and only recipient to date. These honors reflect his dedication to excellence in legal representation and his impact on the field of personal injury law.

His professional affiliations are extensive and demonstrate his commitment to the legal community. Adams served as the Chair of the American Association for Justice’s Trucking Litigation Group from 2009 to 2010 and has been a member of the AAJ Board of Governors. He is also a Life and Board of Governors Member of the Tennessee Association for Justice. These roles have allowed him to influence policy and advocate for the rights of injured individuals at both state and national levels. In addition to his legal practice, Adams has a distinguished military background. He served over 22 years in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

His military service has instilled in him a strong sense of discipline and commitment to service. Furthermore, Adams has authored chapters in several legal publications, including West Publishing’s "Handling Motor Vehicle Cases, 2nd Edition" and the American Bar Association’s "Truck Accident Litigation, 3rd Edition." His contributions to legal literature and his role as a national litigation consultant underscore his expertise in the field. Outside of his professional life, Adams is married to Kim Adams and is the father of three sons. His commitment to both his family and his clients reflects his dedication to service and advocacy.

Accepted Jurisdictions

U.S. Supreme Court
Georgia
9th Circuit
Washington
Tennessee
6th Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
Tennessee Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Tennessee Court of Appeals State Appeals Court
Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals State Appeals Court
Tennessee Circuit Courts State Trial Court
Tennessee Chancery Courts State Trial Court
Washington Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Washington Court of Appeals State Appeals Court
Washington Superior Courts State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Wrongful Death Truck Accidents Bus Accidents

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Settlement Negotiation

Certifications & Awards

Truck Accident Law

National Board of Trial Advocay

Civil Trial Advocay

National Board of Trial Advocacy

Professional Associations

Tennessee Association for Justice

Board of Governors Current

American Association for Justice

Chair, Interstate Trucking Litigation Group 2009 - Current