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 […]
The Supreme Court Ruled Against Large Employer Mandatory Vaccine or Testing
THE SUPREME COURT HAS SPOKEN Large employers have been awaiting the decision and it is here. The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked President Joe Biden’s vaccine and testing requirement aimed at large businesses, but it allowed a vaccine mandate for certain health care workers to go into effect nationwide. Employers who had decided to not […]
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 […]
The Supreme Court Suspends Jury Trials Again
The Tennessee Supreme Court issued an “Order Extending State of Emergency and Suspending Jury Trial”. Citing the recent significant increase in COVID-19 cases in Tennessee, and the Court’s receipt of a number of reports of failures to comply with the approved comprehensive written plans of judicial districts by judges, attorneys, and litigants, including in some […]
Take Photos After Your Car Accident
Take Photos After A Car Crash The aftermath of a car accident can be scary and stressful. When you are sitting in a wrecked car and staring through a shattered windshield, knowing what to do next can seem overwhelming. Your first priorities should be to check your condition and the condition of the others involved, call the […]
Tennessee Governor Signs COVID-19 Liability Measure Into Law
PROTECTION FOR BUSINESSES AND SCHOOLS Gov. Bill Lee has signed into law sweeping protections for businesses, schools and nursing homes against coronavirus lawsuits. Governor Lee stated on Monday this legislation is historic and argued the law would protect businesses from frivolous lawsuits. Tennessee was one of the first states to begin reopening in late April. […]
WHAT LAWYERS DO DURING THE PANDEMIC
Life for everybody has changed. The practice of law has changed. From the “how” we do it to the “what” we are doing, it has changed. Our clients have different needs that we continue to meet. From advising employers how to respond when an employee tests positive for the coronavirus to counseling employees afraid of […]
NEW WILLIAMSON COUNTY ORDERS
WILLIAMSON COUNTY FACE MASK ORDER AND JURY TRIAL POSTPONEMENT On Monday, July 6, 2020, Williamson County Mayor, Rogers Anderson, issued an executive order requiring all Williamson County residents to wear a face mask in public in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Mayor Anderson’s order also requires businesses and facilities to post signage informing […]
BAN ON EVICTIONS LIFTED/TN STATE OF EMERGENCY EXTENDED
TN BAN ON EVICTIONS LIFTED/STATE OF EMERGENCY EXTENDED/SUSPENSION OF IN-PERSON COURT PROCEEDINGS EASED On May 26, 2020, the Tennessee Supreme Court released an Order extending Tennessee’s state of emergency and modifying the prior suspension of in-person court proceedings in all state and local courts. Some main points of the Court’s new order are: Ban on […]
