Judy Sanchez III
Sanchez Law Office
Smyrna, Tennessee · 32 Years Experience
About Judy Sanchez III
A Smyrna native, Judy Sanchez III brings 32 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, she worked for the Tennessee Workers' Compensation Board, giving her unique insight into how claims are evaluated. She now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Personal Injury
- Social Security Disability
Frequently Asked Questions
Judy Sanchez III works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Tennessee. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Judy Sanchez III handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Tennessee, including Workers Compensation, Occupational Disease, Death Benefits, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Tennessee, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Judy immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Judy Sanchez III's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 32 years of experience in Tennessee workers' comp law, Judy knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Judy Sanchez III primarily serves clients in Smyrna and the surrounding Tennessee area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Tennessee and were injured at work, contact Judy's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Western New England University School of Law
- Bar Tennessee State Bar, admitted 1994
- Mbr Tennessee Workers' Compensation Bar Association