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When facing a serious injury, assisted living, nursing home, medical malpractice, or wrongful death case, the lawyer you choose makes all the difference.

My firm is not a high-volume, quick-settlement firm. Instead, I selectively handle serious cases, ensuring that every client receives personalized attention, detailed case preparation, and aggressive representation.

At the Law Office of Thomas G. Buchanan, we don’t take shortcuts. We give you straight answers and fight for serious results. Because in high-stakes cases, the right lawyer matters.

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The Right Lawyer Matters

Not all lawyers are the same. Many firms advertise aggressively, but few are real trial lawyers. The lawyer you hire should have proven trial results and be able to go the distance if negotiations fail.

The Wrong Lawyer:

  • Pushes for quick settlements to pay themselves, cover their overhead, and fuel their advertising.
  • Passes your case off to junior attorneys or paralegals.
  • Juggles too many cases, leading to minimal preparation and client interaction.
  • Recycles the same cookie-cutter strategies.

The Right Lawyer (Us):

  • Prepares for trial from day one, ensuring maximum leverage in settlement talks.
  • You work directly with Tom—a seasoned trial attorney with a track record of success.
  • Fewer clients = better results—we focus on quality over quantity.
  • Develops a customized strategy tailored to the unique details of your case.

Who does the work and presents your case matters. When insurance companies and corporate lawyers see our name on a case, they know they’re in for a fight.

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THE RIGHT CHOICE

What Makes Thomas G. Buchanan the Right Choice?

Attention to Every Detail and Trial-Ready Preparation

Many large firms treat cases as numbers—churning out quick settlements to keep their marketing machine running.

We don’t do that.

  • Every case is built for trial from day one—which results in stronger settlements and courtroom victories.
  • We work with top medical experts to build compelling, evidence-backed arguments.
  • We challenge corporate and insurance defense tactics—we do not back down.

Work Directly with a Seasoned Trial Lawyer

At many firms, the lawyer you think you hired is never actually involved in your case.

At a High-Volume Firm:

  • Your case is passed to junior lawyers, paralegals, or “case managers”.
  • The firm pushes for a fast settlement to pay themselves, even if it’s not enough to cover your losses.

At Our Firm:

  • Tom Buchanan personally handles every major aspect of your case.
  • We don’t settle for less than full compensation—if a full and fair settlement isn’t offered, we take the case to trial.

You’re Not Just Another Case Number

Many firms with huge advertising budgets treat clients like numbers in a spreadsheet. That’s not us or our firm.

  • You will know who is handling your case—and it won’t be a junior associate or paralegal.
  • You will have direct access to Tom Buchanan—not a case manager or lower-level attorney.
  • Your case will receive our full attention—we dig deep into the facts and fight relentlessly on your behalf.

Fewer Clients = Better Results

We don’t take every case that comes through the door.

  • Volume-driven firms juggle hundreds of cases, resulting in less attention, preparation, and weaker settlements.
  • Our firm limits the number of cases we take, so we can dedicate full resources to each case.

No Fee Unless We Win

We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning:

  • No upfront costs.
  • We only get paid if we recover compensation for you.
  • You can focus on healing while we focus on winning your case.

We Bring the Fight to the Defense

Companies and their lawyers know who we are. They understand that if they don’t offer full and fair compensation, they will face a serious trial battle.

We have taken on some of the largest corporate and insurance defense firms—and won.

Core Values

Core Values – The Foundation of Our Practice

At the Law Office of Thomas G. Buchanan, we hold ourselves to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Integrity & Honesty

We believe in being transparent, truthful, and direct with everyone, including our opponents. We tell clients the truth—even if it’s not what they want to hear—because honesty builds trust and gets results.

We do what’s right, even when it’s not easy.

Personal Attention

Unlike large firms that prioritize case volume over quality, we intentionally limit the number of cases we handle so that every client receives individualized, focused representation.

You’re not just a case to us—you’re a person with a real story, and we treat you that way.

Relentless Advocacy

We fight tirelessly for our clients. If a corporation or insurance company refuses to do what’s right, we hold them accountable in courtroom battles that they don’t want to face.

We do not let big companies intimidate our clients.

Thorough Preparation

Success in high-stakes cases isn’t about luck—it’s about preparation.

We conduct:

  • Extensive investigations
  • Exhaustive research
  • Thorough expert consultations
  • Jury-tested strategies tailored to fit your case

We dig into every fact, document, and piece of evidence to ensure we’re fully prepared to win your case.

Accountability

We expect healthcare providers and corporations to be accountable for their wrongdoing—and we hold ourselves to the same high standard.

OUR ATTORNEY

Meet Thomas G. Buchanan, Trial Lawyer

A Proven Fighter for Justice

Thomas G. Buchanan is a respected trial lawyer based in Little Rock, Arkansas, with a proven track record of winning high-stakes cases for individuals and families. He represents victims of nursing home and assisted living neglect, medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death, holding corporations, hospitals, and insurance companies accountable for their wrongdoing.

Meet Thomas G. Buchanan, Trial Lawyer

Recognized & Trusted

  • Outstanding Trial Lawyer of the Year Award in Arkansas.
  • AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (highest ethical and professional designation).
  • Superb Top-Rated Attorney Rating by Martindale Avvo.
  • Recognized as a Super Lawyer (top 5% of attorneys in Arkansas).
  • Respected by Peers — Attorneys across Arkansas and other states refer or consult Tom on serious cases.
  • Even major defense attorneys have sought Tom’s representation for their own family members.

Local Roots, National Experience

  • Arkansas Born and Raised – Tom grew up on a farm in Northwest Arkansas, where he learned the values of hard work, integrity, and accountability.
  • Big-Firm Background – Early in his career, Tom represented Fortune 500 companies at a nationally recognized firm in Dallas.
  • Exclusive Focus on the Injured – For over 20 years, Tom has dedicated his practice to representing seriously injured plaintiffs against corporations and healthcare providers.

Educator & Speaker

In addition to his work for clients, Tom has been invited to speak on a state and national level on law, medicine, and legal strategy to:

  • Healthcare professionals
  • Medical Students
  • Attorneys

Why Clients Choose Thomas Buchanan

  • Individualized attention – Clients are not just case numbers.
  • Meticulous case preparation – Every case is built for trial, ensuring maximum leverage in settlement negotiations.
  • Aggressive advocacy – Insurance companies and corporations know Tom won’t settle for less than his clients deserve.
  • Proven courtroom success – If a fair settlement isn’t reached, Tom is fully prepared to win in court.

Practice Areas

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When you entrust a loved one to a nursing home or assisted living facility, you expect dignity, safety, and competent care. Unfortunately, some facilities put profits over patient care, leading to neglect, preventable injuries, and death.

  • Falls & Injuries – Due to poor supervision, training, communication systems, and staffing.
  • Bedsores (Pressure Ulcers) – A clear sign of serious neglect.
  • Choking – Often results from improper meal preparation, lack of supervision, or failure to follow dietary restrictions.
  • Medication and Lab Errors – Wrong medications, overdoses, missed doses, and failure to communicate lab results.
  • Dehydration & Malnutrition – Common in understaffed facilities failing to monitor fluid and food intake.
  • Physical & Sexual Abuse – Often the result of poor employee screening and inadequate supervision.
  • Wandering (Elopement) – Especially dangerous for dementia patients.
  • Failure to Transfer to a Hospital – Some facilities delay emergency care to maintain occupancy and boost profit – egregious.
  • Bed Rail Injuries – Entrapment and asphyxia due to improperly used bed rails.

Doubting the level of care that a medical professional can provide is something no one should have to go through. Countless people place their health and well-being in the hands of doctors, surgeons, nurses, and other medical personnel every day. While most of these providers treat their patients with the best care, some engage in negligent conduct that actually does just the opposite of what the patient needs — their actions cause serious personal injury and even wrongful death.

  • Misdiagnosis & Delayed Diagnosis – Including cancer, strokes, and heart attacks.
  • Surgical Errors – Wrong-site surgeries, retained surgical instruments, and unnecessary procedures.
  • Medication Mistakes – Administering the wrong drug or dosage.
  • Anesthesia Errors – Failure to monitor a patient’s vital signs properly.
  • Failure to Obtain Informed Consent – Patients must be fully informed of risks and alternatives before procedures.

Our law firm focuses on handling serious injury cases including burn injuries, loss of limb injuries, brain damage, spinal cord injuries and other catastrophic injury cases. Our experience handling these cases help us to maximize the recovery for those who have been seriously harmed by the negligence of others.

  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) – Can result in cognitive, behavioral, and physical impairments.
  • Spinal Cord Injuries – Paralysis, quadriplegia, and life-altering mobility issues.
  • Severe Burns & Amputations – Often require extensive surgeries and lifelong rehabilitation.
  • Defective Devices & Unsafe Premises – When corporate negligence causes life-changing injuries.
  • Industrial & Construction Incidents – When corporate negligence causes life-changing injuries or death.

A wrongful death happens when someone loses their life as a result of the negligence or reckless act of a company or an individual. If you have lost a loved one in a wrongful death accident, we know this is a difficult time.

  • Loss Of Life
  • Loss Of Companionship And Emotional Distress
  • Punitive Damages Against Reckless Corporations

Case Results

Case Results

Our track record speaks for itself. Below are victories we've secured for our clients who suffered. While past results don't guarantee future outcomes, they demonstrate our commitment to achieving justice through aggressive litigation.

Jury verdict against nursing home

$5.2M

Jury verdict against nursing home for failure to properly assess nursing home resident and follow doctor’s orders.

Unanimous jury verdict against hospital

$3M

Unanimous jury verdict against hospital for failure to prevent deep tissue pressure injury leading to a stage IV pressure sore. Judgment paid in full within 14 days.

Wrongful death case involving medication

$1.5M

Wrongful death case involving medication errors and negligent failures to follow-up on lab results.

Wrongful death case involving negligent

$1.5M

Wrongful death case involving negligent failure to prevent dehydration, medication errors, and an infected pressure sore.

TESTIMONIALS

What Others are Saying

Our clients' experiences speak to our commitment to excellence in legal representation. Here's what they've shared about working with our firm.

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In-House Lawyer for Major Hospital and Healthcare System

"I can count on one hand the number of Central Arkansas attorneys I refer medical malpractice cases to, and Tom is one of them. Tom meticulously prepares to win at trial from Day One, leaving no stone unturned in his commitment to justice for his clients. His ability to understand and utilize complicated medical jargon while also crafting a compelling legal argument for a maximum payout is unparalleled in the field.

Tom's experience as a malpractice attorney means he easily hurdles the intrinsic legal barriers to filing and winning medical cases and anticipates obstacles that defense attorneys will raise. If you need a trial attorney who will fight tirelessly for you and bring an unmatched level of expertise to your case, Tom Buchanan is the lawyer to call."

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Judith Allen

"Amazing attorney who earned 100% of my trust. Tom is dedicated, highly experienced, and extremely committed to the best result possible. I am grateful for his help, guidance and work ethic. Thank you Tom!"

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Paula Lanham

"Thomas G. Buchanan has my sincere respect for the most professional representation ever. He stuck by me through the years in dealing with this very stressful case. I admire his composure, work ethic, the fact that he never sugar coated things and most of all excellent courtroom representation. I feel I have won my life back because of him, despite the circumstances. Thank you Tom for helping me through this tough time and being my voice when I didn't have one."

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James Lanham

"Really good lawyer"

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