
John W. Chandler Jr.
Truck Accident Attorney, Davis & Davis
John W. Chandler Jr. is a veteran trial lawyer at Davis & Davis who fights for people injured in tractor-trailer and commercial trucking crashes, bringing more than 40 years of courtroom experience to every case.
John's Story
With over four decades of dedicated legal practice, John W. Chandler Jr. is a formidable advocate and a battle-tested trial lawyer. Throughout his distinguished career, John has tried more than 100 civil cases to verdict across State and Federal Courts in Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, and beyond, building a reputation for relentless advocacy and exceptional courtroom prowess.
John’s commitment to securing justice for his clients is reflected in his proven track record. He has successfully secured numerous jury verdicts and settlements exceeding $1 million, demonstrating his ability to navigate high-stakes litigation and maximize compensation for those who have been deeply wronged or injured.
* Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
For the past ten years, John has dedicated his practice primarily to litigating complex tractor-trailer and commercial trucking collisions. This highly specialized area of personal injury law requires deep industry knowledge, an understanding of federal trucking regulations, and the tenacity to face well-funded corporate defense teams. John leverages his extensive trial experience to hold negligent parties accountable, providing strategic, compassionate, and unwavering representation to victims of severe trucking accidents.
Hurt in a crash with a commercial truck?
Credentials
Areas of Practice
Truck Accidents
Personal Injury
Railroad Crossing Accidents
Bar Admissions
Tennessee
Admitted 1978
Education
J.D., University of Tennessee College of Law
1978
B.A., University of Tennessee
1974
Professional Associations and Memberships
Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association
Tennessee Bar Association
Tennessee Bar Foundation
American Association for Justice
Former Chair, Railroad Law Section (as ATLA), 2000–2001
Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys
Honors & Recognition
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Who's Who in American Law
2016
Best Lawyers in America
2009
Pro Bono Award, Memphis Bar Association
1993
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
1985
Publications
Handling Motor Vehicle Accident Cases
West Group, 2001
Editor, Litigation Letter
Tennessee Bar Association, 1988–1991
Hurt in a Trucking Accident? Put 40+ Years of Trial Experience to Work
Trucking companies and their insurers start building their defense the moment a crash happens. Don't give them a head start. Whether you were hit by a tractor-trailer, a delivery truck, or another commercial vehicle, John and the attorneys at Davis & Davis are ready to investigate your case, stand up to the trucking company, and fight for what you're owed.
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