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Nashville Police Officer Files Suit Claiming City Retaliated Over Her Rape Accusation

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 19, 2018
A Nashville police officer filed a federal discrimination lawsuit Friday against the Metro Nashville government and a police department commander, alleging the government and commander retaliated against her after she accused another officer of sexually assaulting her. The Tennessean reports that Officer Monica Blake’s lawsuit also claims that Commander Janet Pardue discriminated against her by dealing a more severe punishment to Blake than what was given to other white, male officers for the same infraction.

Haslam Names Sockwell to 22nd District Judicial Position

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018
Gov. Bill Haslam today appointed Christopher V. Sockwell of Lawrenceburg as Circuit Court Judge for the 22nd Judicial District, replacing Judge Robert Jones, who retired in October. The 22nd Judicial District includes Giles, Lawrence, Maury and Wayne counties. Sockwell, 55, has practiced with Boston, Holt, Sockwell & Durham in Lawrenceburg since 1993. He has  also served as City Judge and City Attorney for Ethridge since 2001. Sockwell earned his law degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law and was previously a high school math teacher and baseball coach in Nashville.

CLE Criminal Law Forum 2018

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018

Stay on top of the trends and developments in this ever-changing area of the law. Join your colleagues Dec. 7 at the Tennessee Bar Center for the Criminal Law Forum. Address essential, timely topics such as how criminal law and immigration law intersect, DNA analysis, mindfulness and well-being by a former judge designed to enrich your practice and expertise in criminal law.

Questions Arise with Recent South Dakota Inmate Execution

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018
A national advocacy group is asking questions following a recent execution via lethal injection in South Dakota, where transcripts revealed his last words were “Is it supposed to feel like that?” The Associated Press reports that the Death Penalty Information Center is questioning the process of the Oct. 29 execution of Rodney Berget, asking for details about the drug used, including its manufacturing process and age. The organization does not take a position on capital punishment but is critical of the manner of its administration. 

ACLU to Host ‘Constitution Uncorked’ in Nashville on Nov. 29

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018
The ACLU of Tennessee will host its annual “Constitution Uncorked” fundraiser on Nov. 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Noah Liff Opera Center in Nashville. This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award honorees are the former State Representative Johnnie R. Turner and advocate Sallie Levine, who will be recognized for their achievements and commitment to civil rights in the state. The program will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the ACLU in Tennessee.

Former Senate Minority Leader Ben Atchley Dies at 88

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018
Former state Sen. Ben Atchley, who served as Senate Minority Leader during his time in the legislature, died yesterday Knoxnews reports. He was 88. A veteran of the U.S. Navy and a former Southern Bell lineman, Atchley was first elected to the Tennessee House in 1972 and to the Tennessee Senate shortly after in 1976. Nicknamed "Gentle Ben," he retired in 2004 after serving 32 years with a reputation of resolving differences between lawmakers. A graveside service will be held at New Prospect Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 4920 Prospect Rd. in Knoxville on Sunday at 1 p.m. Following a graveside service, the family will receive friends at Graystone Presbyterian Church, 139 S. Woodlawn Pike, from 2:30 p.m., with a Celebration of Life service to follow at 4 p.m. Memorials may be made to Graystone Presbyterian Church or the charity of your choice.

ABA Throws Support Behind Fair Housing Improvement Bill

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018
American Bar Association President Bob Carlson is applauding a bill that would expand the protections of the Fair Housing Act to prevent discrimination based on a person’s lawful source of income, The ABA Journal reports. Carlson praised the bill in a letter to its sponsors, Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch of Utah and Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia. The bill, called the Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2018, would bar housing discrimination based on income source or veteran status. Last year, the ABA House of Delegates adopted a policy urging the implementation of such legislation and opposing prejudice against people who rely on government support to make ends meet.

Federal Judge Denies Delay in Death Row Inmate's Execution

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018
U.S. District Judge William L. Campbell today denied a request to delay death row inmate David Earl Miller's execution while his lawsuit arguing for a firing squad is pending, Knoxnews reports. The ruling suggests the state's next execution could move forward as scheduled on Dec. 6, as long as the state allows phone access for Miller's defense attorney during the execution. Miller is scheduled to die for the 1981 murder of 23-year-old Lee Standifer in Knoxville.

Submissions Now Accepted for 2019 Silver Gavel Awards

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018

The American Bar Association is now accepting submissions for the 2019 Silver Gavel Awards, which recognize work in media and the arts that have been exemplary in helping to foster the American public’s understanding of law and the legal system. Entries must be submitted by Jan. 7. Visit the ABA's website for more information.

Wayne County Student Sues School for Requiring GOP Campaign Gear

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 15, 2018

A Wayne County High School student has sued a state representative and the school district after students were instructed to wear shirts advertising the representative’s campaign on a recent trip to the state Capitol, The Nashville Post reports. The student, who filed the suit anonymously in federal court this week, alleges that “the school’s requirement that students wear clothing espousing political opinions is unconstitutional.” Byrd, who earlier this year faced calls to resign his post from fellow Republicans over accusations of sexual misconduct with teenage girls he coached in basketball, easily won re-election last week.

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