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Tennessee Man Sues Waffle House Over Assault Incident

2/23/2026

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In 2024, Gregory Lynn Hall, a Tennessee man, filed a $300,000 lawsuit against Waffle House after an incident he says involved a security guard assault.
Hall alleges the guard used bear spray, stunned him with a stun gun, and zip-tied him, causing severe injuries and mental distress.
Waffle House says Hall was rude and refused to leave.
The security guard reportedly acted outside employment guidelines.
Hall was taken to Metro General Hospital.

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Story summary

In 2024, Gregory Lynn Hall, a Tennessee man, filed a $300,000 lawsuit against Waffle House after an incident he says involved a security guard assault.
Hall alleges the guard used bear spray, stunned him with a stun gun, and zip-tied him, causing severe injuries and mental distress.
Waffle House says Hall was rude and refused to leave.
The security guard reportedly acted outside employment guidelines.
Hall was taken to Metro General Hospital.