I have kids and have set off many fireworks. It is fun. However, there is a risk to people and property when you light something up. Neighbor relations are invaluable. So think before you aim that firecracker. Fireworks are dangerous. The explosions and fire destroy property and people can be injured. In some states, and […]
JUNETEENTH FEDERAL HOLIDAY
We receive questions about holidays from our business clients all the time. The next federal holiday is Juneteenth. This year, it is celebrated on June 20, 2022 for employment purposes. Juneteenth celebrates when slaves were freed, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect. Recognition of Juneteenth gained traction after the […]
NEW LAWS IN TENNESSEE
On July 1 the following new laws will take effect in Tennessee: HB 1895: Allows the state to withhold money from schools if they don’t use a student’s sex at the time of birth for sports participation. SB 2153: Bans transgender females from participating in higher education female sports. HB 0210: Local school systems now have […]
KHA’S FLORIDA OFFICE HELPS TENNESSEE CLIENTS
KELLI HAAS LOVES HELPING TENNESSEE CLIENTS WITH FLORIDA INTERESTS It’s no secret Kelli Haas loves practicing in both her Brentwood, Tennessee and Sandestin, Florida offices. Kelli was first licensed in Florida and has formed her law practice to be able to practice from both offices. A growing trend that Kelli loves is helping her Tennessee […]
MANDATORY VACCINATIONS IN EMPLOYMENT LAW
KHA’s business/employer clients have asked whether they can require employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19. Employers have an obligation to ensure that their employees have a healthy and safe work environment. Failing to do so could lead to an employee complaint or lawsuit against the company. Can an employer require employees to be vaccinated? The […]
KHA CONTINUES ACCESSIBILITY TO CLIENTS
There is a lot going on right now. There is some potential uncertainty again for businesses and schools regarding new mandates. Do not forget that we have been here before and we can weather any storm. Whatever it may be: employee policies, business practices, liabilities, school issues, financial assistance, KHA is here for you. I […]
GOVERNOR LEE LIFTS BAN ON SCHOOL SPORTS EFFECTIVE FEB 1
SCHOOL SPORTS BAN LIFTED AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 2021 With the decline in COVID cases in Tennessee, Governor Lee lifts the ban on school sports attendance so that more than immediate family can attend school sports. This is great news for cheer, dance, friends, and family. Thank you Governor Lee. We are here to help […]
SECOND ROUND PPP BEING RELEASED NEXT WEEK
If you applied for the first round of the PaycheckProtection Program, you may be entitled to apply for, and receive funds, for the second round. You need to show a 25% reduction in net income for at least one quarter in 2020. Gather your information, contact your financial institution that processed your first PPP, and […]
The Tennessee Supreme Court and Governor Issue New Covid Orders
SUPREME COURT UPDATED ORDER The Tennessee Supreme Court has issued an updated order governing court practices during the pandemic as follows: (1) The suspension of all jury trials is extended through the close of business on Friday, February 26, 2021, subject only to exceptions which may be granted by the Chief Justice on a case-by-case […]
AFTER WE FILED THE LAWSUIT, OUR CLIENTS WERE APPROVED!
KHA CLIENTS WIN Update – Last night our clients were approved for their second site. At KHA we get results. You don’t always have to sue to get results, but sometimes it helps. Congratulations to Great White Express and James and Debbi Whitlock for their second site approval. HISTORY OF THE CASE Our clients are […]
