Eric L. Buchanan, President + Partner

Eric@buchanandisability.com
Phone(877) 634-2506

Eric Buchanan

Biography:

Eric Buchanan represents disabled individuals and policyholders nationwide in ERISA and non-ERISA disputes, focusing on disability insurance, long term disability (LTD), life, and health insurance. Eric has been recognized with a Martindale-Hubbell “AV” rating since 2007, the peer rating for the highest level of professional excellence, and has represented hundreds of clients in federal court cases pursuing disability and insurance benefits. He regularly teaches other attorneys on topics such as ERISA, disability law, social security law, and related insurance matters.

Leadership Positions:

Eric has served as a leader in multiple organizations, including as President of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA) from 2015-2016, chair of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Social Security Disability Section from 2007-2008, and chair of the  AAJ ERISA Health and Disability Litigation Group from 2006-2007. Eric also served as past chair Tennessee Bar Association Disability Section from 2005-2006 and as past president of the Chattanooga Trial Lawyers.

Publications & Presentations:

Eric regularly speaks at national conferences such as the American Association for Justice (AAJ), National Organization of Social Security Representatives (NOSSCR) National Disability Conference, AAJ Social Security Disability Conference, and the American Conference Institute (ACI) annual disability insurance seminar.  For a list of many of Eric’s lectures at legal conferences, click here.

Hobbies & Interests:

EEric has served on the board of the Boy Scouts Cherokee Area Council and as a district chair for the Friends of Scouting annual fundraising luncheon. He has also served on the board of the local YMCA camp, Camp Ocoee.

Outside of his legal work, Eric is passionate about education, public speaking, and civic engagement. He hosts several podcast channels, including Secrets from the ERISA Vault, Constitutional Deep Dives, Celebrate America 250, and Policy Pitfalls Power Plays, where he discusses disability insurance, constitutional history, American history, and consumer insurance issues.

Eric also regularly speaks to professional and community groups on legal, historical, and constitutional topics. On May 5, 2026, he will be speaking to the Col. Benjamin Cleveland Chapter of the Tennessee Society, Sons of the American Revolution, which meets monthly in Cleveland, Tennessee.

When not helping clients, recording podcasts, speaking, or working to improve his firm, Eric and his wife enjoy golf and spending time with their Labrador retrievers.

“Easy to speak with…”

Easy to speak with and understands the disability laws better than others. Keeping you posted and explaining what each step will be and what is expected. Familiar experiences with these insurance companies did not scare or intimidate Eric Buchanan. He won for me and I am humbly grateful for him!!

Karen M.

“I would highly recommend Eric Buchanan and Associates…”

Eric Buchanan and Associates have been handling my LTD case for over 5 years. They are always on top of any issues or questions. The entire staff are both professional and responsive by phone or email. I would highly recommend Eric Buchanan and Associates for disability claims!

Scott S.

“I found Eric to be extremely knowledgeable…”

Eric Buchanan and Associates recently handled a disability case for me. I couldn’t have picked a better law firm. My case was settled much quicker than I had expected and my award was substantially larger than I thought was even possible. Eric Buchanan and Associates has my highest recommendation!

David G.